
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Waterville, IA from $500 (39 Rentals)
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LINTON VILLAGE

The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes

Haven on Main

533 W Cherry St, Lancaster, WI 53813

WEDGEWOOD COMMONS

Grandview Lofts

Cliffside Apartments

The Hub on 6th
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The Millennial

Badger West Residences

Gund Brewery Lofts

C & C Residences

Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC

Riverview Apartments

Elliott Arms Apartments

Rock Avenue Apartments
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Prairie Bluff Apartments

Briar Grove Apartments (Building D)

Lawler School Lofts

St. Vallerie Apartments

Arrow Ridge

1820 Radford Rd

131 S Vine St

109 W Oak St

302 Royal St
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Main Street Apartments

Collective on 4th

12 6th Ave NE

1132 Vine St

2030 Chaney Rd

703 3rd St SE

320 E 26th St

River Bluff Apartment Homes

Bluffview Apartments
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714 2nd Ave NW

110 1st St NW

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterville Studio Apartments | $925 | $775 | $1,150 |
| Waterville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $500 | $1,949 |
| Waterville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $875 | $2,855 |
| Waterville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $825 | $2,268 |
| Waterville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Waterville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterville, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at LINTON VILLAGE priced from $640. 533 W Cherry St, Lancaster, WI 53813 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| LINTON VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $640 |
| 533 W Cherry St, Lancaster, WI 53813 | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Grandview Lofts | Studios | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 5th Ward Residences | STUDIO w/Alcove | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Badger West Residences | Ori Flex Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| C & C Residences | Ori Shift Studio | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| WEDGEWOOD COMMONS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterville, IA and Nearby
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterville area is the $0.47 price per square foot 4 BR Model at The Vine in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $635. The second greatest value Waterville apartment is the 1135 State 3 BR Model at 1125-1135 State Street starting at $600 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine | 4 BR | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| 1125-1135 State Street | 1135 State 3 BR | 3BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| The Residences @ 1027 | 2 Beds/2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Arrow Ridge | Two Bedroom (A2) | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| LINTON VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Cliffside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 533 W Cherry St, Lancaster, WI 53813 | 2B / 1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterville is at Grandview Lofts listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterville Apartment is $725 at 533 W Cherry St, Lancaster, WI 53813.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterville is starting from $640 at LINTON VILLAGE.
What is the most affordable Waterville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lawler School Lofts and starts from $1,017.
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