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Watkins, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watkins Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Watkins, MN is a Studio unit found at Sunny Ville in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood priced from $760. Swisshelm Village Apartments in the East Saint Cloud neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $880. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watkins apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sunny VilleStudioStudio,1BA$760
Swisshelm Village ApartmentsTwo bedroom/ Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$880
Park MeadowsStearns1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, MN and Nearby

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $1.36 price per square foot Emerald 2 BD + Den - 2.5 BA Model at The Preserve at Stone Gate in the starting from $2,245. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom (Premium-L) Model at Sommersby Village Townhomes starting at $2,095 with a $1.36 price per square foot . 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.
The Preserve at Stone GateEmerald 2 BD + Den - 2.5 BA2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Sommersby Village Townhomes2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom (Premium-L)2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Sunny VilleTwo Bedroom/Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.21
Grand Gateway Apartment HomesB42BR,1BA$1.36
Natures Edge Apartments2 Bedroom Plus Den2BR,1BA$1.01
Cedar Pointe Apartment Homes LLC2BD/2BD2BR,2BA$1.36
Park MeadowsClemens3BR,1BA$1.25
Edgewater Apartments2A2BR,1BA$1.23
The Oaks on 20th1bed/1bathroom with Pantry1BR,1BA$1.44
GatewoodOrchid1BR,1BA$1.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about Watkins

What type of rentals are currently available in Watkins?

There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Watkins, MN with pricing that ranges from $760 to $3,045. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Watkins ranging from $500 to $3,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Watkins?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Watkins ranges from $500 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,721.

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