
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watauga, TN from $600 (17 Rentals)
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Greenwood Farms Apartments

Homestead Properties

Axis on Roan
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Presswood Court

River View Townhomes

Brandy Mills Apartments

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1410 E Lakeview Dr

411 Highland Ave
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409 Hamilton St

711 E Fairview Ave
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 | $1,319 | $675 | $2,615 |
Watauga 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $875 | $2,655 |
Watauga 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $1,125 | $2,575 |
Watauga 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $675 | $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. Axis on Roan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. 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 |
Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
River View Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Sterling Hills | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watauga, TN and Nearby
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watauga area is the $0.96 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Burlington Mill Apartments in the in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Watauga apartment is the 4x4 Super Deluxe Model at Student Quarters Johnson City starting at $680 with a $0.52 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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Burlington Mill Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
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 |
Colonial Apartment Complex | 2/1.5 no Garage | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
106-108 W Mountain View Rd | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Park Place Apartments | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
The Harbor | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
Twin Hills | TwinHills 1B 1.5B G | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWatauga, TN
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,050 at 106-108 W Mountain View Rd.
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.
Expert Rental Resources
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