Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watauga, TN from $500 (10 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watauga?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Watauga 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $550 | $2,020 |
Watauga 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $799 | $2,130 |
Watauga 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $1,125 | $2,450 |
Watauga 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $615 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Watauga Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watauga, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Watauga Square in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood priced from $817. Presswood Court in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watauga apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Watauga Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Sterling Hills | Garden_First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watauga, TN and Nearby
As of April 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watauga area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at The Villas at Lavinder Lane in the in the Outer Bristol neighborhood starting from $1,419. The second greatest value Watauga apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome Model at Universal at Mockingbird Lane starting at $1,659 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watauga apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Villas at Lavinder Lane | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
Universal at Mockingbird Lane | 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
Student Quarters Johnson City | 4x4 Super Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $0.52 |
Twin Oaks Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
Apex Johnson City | 2 Bed x 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
Park Place Apartments | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Doe Ridge Apartments | 2BR/2BA 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
Monarch 815 | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Old Gray Manor | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Getting Around Watauga, TN
Walk Score®
7 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
9 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watauga Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watauga Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watauga Apartment is $817 at Watauga Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watauga Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watauga is starting from $950 at Old Gray Manor.
What is the most affordable Watauga Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watauga Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Twin Oaks Apartments and starts from $1,225.
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