
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, WI from $600 (53 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Waterloo.


Hawthorne Senior Apartments

Knowlton Woods Apartments

Anna Street Apartments

Monroe Street Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

Freedom Ring Apartments

The Baehron

KESTREL RIDGE

Canterbury Court Apartments
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The Wildwood at Main

Cannery Square Apartments

Eleven41 Main

Gateway Commons

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Vineyard Apartments of Cambridge

Colorado Commons - 143 N Wildwood St

Bird Apartments

Sky Ridge Senior Apartments and Townhomes

The Crest at Cardinal Heights

Tamarack Apartment Homes
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Authentix Cottage Grove

Prairie Grove

512 S Main St

The McHenry

Artisan Square

Catalyst on Main

Tamarack Trails

Stonewood Rental

Rolling Prairie

Apartments on Main
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School Street Apartments

Whistling Ridge Senior Apartments

Van Buren East

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The Edge at Cottage Grove Commons

Monarch on Main

Summer Ridge

The Barrel Yards of Cambridge

Hillcrest Apartments

Crosstown of Sun Prairie

Conservancy Pointe
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Hickory Pointe

Sundale Townhomes

Rock Creek Apartments

Tamarack Gardens-Distinctive 55+ Community

Pondview Apartments

Browns Court Apartments

6578 Lake Rd

131 N Fair Oaks Ave

124-208 S Bird St

203 E Lake Park Pl
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Waterloo, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterloo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Studio Apartments | $1,244 | $750 | $1,500 |
| Waterloo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $895 | $2,315 |
| Waterloo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,075 | $2,800 |
| Waterloo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,300 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Available Waterloo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterloo, WI is a Studio unit found at The Baehron in the Liberty Square neighborhood priced from $895. Canterbury Court Apartments in the Liberty Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterloo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baehron | Studio Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Canterbury Court Apartments | 1110 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Knowlton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Wildwood at Main | Mallard 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
| Anna Street Apartments | LARGE SECOND FLOOR | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Crest at Cardinal Heights | E | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Colorado Commons - 143 N Wildwood St | 1x1-B5A | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| The McHenry | Workforce Housing - A8 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Catalyst on Main | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| School Street Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, WI and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterloo area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at KESTREL RIDGE in the starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Waterloo apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Pondview Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Brookstone Meadows 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| KESTREL RIDGE | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Pondview Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| School Street Apartments | 3 bedroom x 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Wildwood at Main | Badger 80% | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Prairie Grove | B | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Anna Street Apartments | LARGE SECOND FLOOR | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The McHenry | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Knowlton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Colorado Commons - 143 N Wildwood St | 1x1-B5A | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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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 The Baehron listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment is $1,050 at Canterbury Court Apartments.
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 $1,075 at Knowlton Woods Apartments.
What is the most affordable Waterloo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterloo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at School Street Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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