1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Waterville, IA (35 Rentals)

WEDGEWOOD COMMONS

Elliott Arms Apartments

Arrowhead Apartments & Townhomes

RIVER BEND ESTATES

PDC Eco Cottages
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The Residences at Belle Square

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The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes

Briar Grove Apartments (Building D)

Sunrise Valley Apartments

LINTON VILLAGE
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Prairie Bluff Apartments

415 Market St

Washburn On The Park

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117 6th Ave SW

1220 Moore St

1745 John F Kennedy Rd
Waterville, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waterville Studio Apartments | $924 | $452 | $1,085 |
Waterville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $407 | $2,229 |
Waterville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $525 | $2,349 |
Waterville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $537 | $2,575 |
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Largest Available Waterville and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waterville, IA is found at Valley View Townhomes and is 1,000 square feet priced from $1,119. 5th Ward Residences has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 781 square feet and currently listed start at $1,143. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Waterville:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Valley View Townhomes | One Bedroom Plus Den | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,119 |
5th Ward Residences | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath Nook | 781 Sq Ft | $1,143 |
Prairie Bluff Apartments | 1B/1B | 762 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
Michael Heights | 420-401 | 750 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
Main Street Apartments | 1x1 | 730 Sq Ft | $819 |
The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath (ages 55+) - 80% Income Limit | 679 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 662 Sq Ft | $935 |
Grand River Station | 1B/1B | 643 Sq Ft | $1,169 |
Collective on 4th | 1 Bedroom | 601 Sq Ft | $474 |
Cliffside Apartments | One Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $829 |
Cheapest Available Waterville and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 11, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waterville, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $474 at Collective on 4th in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood. The second most affordable Waterville 1 Bedroom is the 1X1-V Model at Main Street Apartments starting at $759 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Waterville is currently $1,107. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Waterville:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Collective on 4th | 1 Bedroom | $474 |
Main Street Apartments | 1X1-V | $759 |
Cliffside Apartments | One Bedroom | $829 |
Bluffview Apartments | 3715-204 | $925 |
Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $935 |
Elliott Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | $980 |
Prairie Bluff Apartments | 1B/1B | $1,000 |
The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath (ages 55+) - 80% Income Limit | $1,095 |
Valley View Townhomes | One Bedroom Plus Den | $1,119 |
Roosevelt School Apartments | A1 | $1,137 |
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Getting Around Waterville, IA
Walk Score®
13 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
8 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Waterville Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Waterville with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Waterville is at Collective on 4th listed at $474.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Waterville Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Waterville is $1,107.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Waterville Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Waterville is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,119 at Valley View Townhomes.
What is the average size for Waterville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Waterville is currently 692 sq ft.
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