
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgewater, IA from $500 (50 Rentals)
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1209 Maple St

Summit House Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

Woodland Park - Fontanelle

SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

Country Court Apartments - Waukee

Windfield West

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Fountain Terrace
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Center Stage

The Commons at Greenway Park

Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek

Regency Villa of Harlan

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

The Pitch

Fireside at Waukee

Lift at Jordan Creek

Glenwood Villas

Cherry Creek
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The Lofts at Kettlestone Central

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Twin Eagles East

Stratford Pointe

Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street

Cascades at Jordan Creek

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Vesta Village by Kading

Sunrise Meadows

Launch Townhomes

Gustin Flats
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Converge NW

Woodland Park - Adair

City View Apartments

Woodland Park - Red Oak

Clarinda West Apartments

940 27th St

Regency Villa of Atlantic

Adel Village Apartments

Woodland Park - Griswold

The Bridges
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107 N 1st St

310 S 11th St

SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS

800 State Street

523 S 11th St

606 Main St

1320 SE Florence Dr

1340 SE Florence Dr

202 S 11th St

112 Court St
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Bridgewater, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bridgewater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater Studio Apartments | $965 | $575 | $1,528 |
| Bridgewater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $545 | $2,534 |
| Bridgewater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $750 | $2,283 |
| Bridgewater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $945 | $2,735 |
| Bridgewater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Bridgewater Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgewater, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1209 Maple St priced from $550. City View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bridgewater apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1209 Maple St | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
| Woodland Park - Fontanelle | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Fountain Terrace | Neptune | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| Regency Villa of Harlan | Regency Villa 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $917 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgewater, IA and Nearby
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bridgewater area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Bridgewater apartment is the Platinum Pointe - 3 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe Townhomes starting at $2,600 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bridgewater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberline Ridge | Timberline | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Platinum Pointe Townhomes | Platinum Pointe - 3 Bed | 3BR,3BA | $1.08 |
| Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes | Solana | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.05 |
| Vesta Village by Kading | Cottage - 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Windfield West | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Cherry Creek | Glenwood-Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 1209 Maple St | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bridgewater Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bridgewater Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bridgewater Apartment is $550 at 1209 Maple St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bridgewater Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bridgewater is starting from $755 at Summit House Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bridgewater Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bridgewater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments and starts from $945.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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