
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, OR from $600 (40 Rentals)
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The Vicinity

Queen Anne

Rivergreen Landing

McKinney Lane Apartments

Park Plaza

Aspen Place Apartments

Parkside Apartments
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Crystal Lake Apartments

Meadows Apartments

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Veri at Timberhill

Parkview Manor Apartments

Villa Chateau Apartments

1335 North

Timber Ridge Place Apartment Homes
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Somerset Place

The Lodges

Hickory Lake

The Banks

Riverbend Apartments

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Creekside Meadows

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Plumtree Apartments
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Mountain View at Rivergreen Apartments

311 Spaulding Ave

163 E Grant St

1319 9th Ave

Wolf Ridge

560 W Ash St

1675 S Second St

The Park at Fifth
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Knox Butte Apartments

540 W Maple St

785-795 W Rose St

1515-1525 David Dr

212 Grove St

153 E Ash St

1640 Lawnridge St SW

530 Harrison St
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Waterloo, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterloo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Studio Apartments | $1,489 | $1,255 | $1,699 |
| Waterloo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $695 | $2,059 |
| Waterloo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $999 | $2,550 |
| Waterloo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $1,599 | $2,715 |
| Waterloo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,900 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Waterloo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterloo, OR is a 2 Beds unit found at The Vicinity priced from $999. Queen Anne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,052. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterloo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vicinity | 2.S | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Queen Anne | One Bedroom - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,052 |
| McKinney Lane Apartments | Chestnut | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
| The Park at Fifth | 1 Bed 640-710 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Park Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Aspen Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Outside Gate | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Villa Chateau Apartments | 2/1.5 A | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Veri at Timberhill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1335 North | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, OR and Nearby
As of May 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterloo area is the $1.78 price per square foot 3x2 Standard Model at Cascade Ridge in the starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Waterloo apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath - 50085 Model at Salem Crossings starting at $1,625 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Clover Ridge Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterloo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Ridge | 3x2 Standard | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Salem Crossings | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath - 50085 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| Conifer Place | Two Bed Two Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Crystal Lake Apartments | 2BR 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Meadows Apartments | MEA 2X1 W/STACKABLE WD | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Hickory Lake | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Villa Chateau Apartments | 2/1.5 A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Queen Anne | One Bedroom - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Aspen Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Outside Gate | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterloo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterloo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterloo is at McKinney Lane Apartments listed at $1,255.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment is $1,052 at Queen Anne.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterloo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterloo is starting from $999 at The Vicinity.
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