Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watauga, TN from $500 (22 Rentals)
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431 W G St

427 W G St

207 E Poplar St

409 W 8th Ave

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719 Rockingham Rd
Watauga, TN Local Guide

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 | $1,251 | $550 | $1,800 |
Watauga 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $799 | $1,985 |
Watauga 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,721 | $1,125 | $2,499 |
Watauga 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $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. Greenwood Farms Apartments in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. 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 |
Greenwood Farms Apartments | Large 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Twin Oaks Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
Sterling Hills | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watauga, TN and Nearby
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watauga area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4x4 Super Deluxe Model at Student Quarters Johnson City in the in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood starting from $680. The second greatest value Watauga apartment is the With Garage Model at Pleasant View Apartments on Carroll Creek starting at $1,650 with a $1.35 price per square foot . 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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Student Quarters Johnson City | 4x4 Super Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $0.52 |
Pleasant View Apartments on Carroll Creek | With Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
Apex Johnson City | 2 Bed x 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
106-108 W Mountain View Rd | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Park Place Apartments | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Monarch 815 | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Stoneybrook Heights Apartments | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Twin Oaks Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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 $915 at Twin Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Watauga Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watauga Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Charleston Square Townhomes and starts from $1,295.
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