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1715-1735 Edgewood RdCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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233 Harnett St NwCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Watkins, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watkins Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Watkins, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Shamrock Apartments in the Young's Hill neighborhood priced from $555. Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watkins apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shamrock ApartmentsShamrock small 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$555
Goldfinch Meadows1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$575
Southview ApartmentsSouthview 1 bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$600
Crestwood Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$689
The Retreat on 6thBungalow1BR,1BA$699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, IA and Nearby

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Westdale Meadows in the starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the 2 Beds 1 Bath Model at Cypress Pointe starting at $950 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Downtown Cedar Rapids neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watkins apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westdale Meadows2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.02
Cypress Pointe2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Jacolyn Corner Condos ApartmentsFirst and Second Floor With Balcony2BR,1BA$1.08
Crestwood Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.76
Raintree Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.94
Westgate ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Westcove2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Pheasant Run ApartmentsThe Hummingbird1BR,1BA$1.00
Shamrock ApartmentsArrowridge small 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
The Retreat on 6thBungalow1BR,1BA$1.08

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Getting Around Watkins, IA

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22 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watkins Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watkins Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watkins Apartment is $555 at Shamrock Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watkins Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watkins is starting from $689 at Crestwood Ridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Watkins Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Watkins Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crestwood Ridge Apartments and starts from $829.

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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