
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Watkins, IA (52 Rentals)


The Retreat on 6th

Rose Cottage Villas

Cedar River Tower Apartments

Prairie Reserve

Westgate Apartments

Cypress Pointe

Raintree Apartments

Jacolyn Corner Condos Apartments

Riverview Place
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Shamrock Apartments

Stone Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Campus View and Kirkwood Court

Cedar River Bluffs Apartments

Alexandra Apartments

Westdale Meadows

The Avenue

Prairie Bend Apartments

Heartland Commons

Pheasant Run Apartments
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Apache Park

The Malory Apartments

Union at Wiley

Ashton Flats

Cedar River Bluffs Townhomes

Anderson Greene I

3200-3201 G Ave NW

Edgewood

Cedar Rapids 2 bd

Anderson Green I
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Goldfinch Meadows

1209 O Ave Pl NE

527 9th St SW

74 Northwood Dr

124 10th St SW

920 F Ave NW

826 16th St SE

802 Camburn Ct SE

3100 O Ave NW

2222 1st Ave NE
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713 7th Ave SW

526 7th Ave SW

522 8th St SW

233 Harnett St NW

Crestwood Ridge Apartments

Westcove North

117-129 Harbet Ave NW

Valley High

Urban Edge Apartments

Kimberly Square
Watkins, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watkins?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkins Studio Apartments | $725 | $705 | $745 |
| Watkins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $849 | $470 | $1,295 |
Watkins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,046 | $450 | $1,725 |
| Watkins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $425 | $2,249 |
| Watkins 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $1,295 | $1,423 |
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Largest Available Watkins and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Watkins, IA is found at Ashton Flats in the Young's Hill neighborhood and is 1,028 square feet priced from $1,237. Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,020 square feet and currently listed start at $775. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Watkins:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Flats | The Benton 60% | 1,028 Sq Ft | $1,237 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | Medium 2 BR/ 1 BA | 1,020 Sq Ft | $775 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Arrowridge large 2 bedroom | 972 Sq Ft | $855 |
| Cedar River Bluffs Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 960 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| Cypress Pointe | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 925 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Prairie Bend Apartments | Classic | 922 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $975 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 855 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Campus View and Kirkwood Court | Kirkwood Court 2 Bedroom - Premium - Joint Lease | 800 Sq Ft | $920 |
| Apache Park | 2 bedroom | 0 Sq Ft | $715 |
Cheapest Available Watkins and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 10, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Watkins, IA is the 2 bedroom Model starting from $715 at Apache Park in the Young's Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Watkins 2 Bedroom is the Shamrock medium 2 bedroom Model at Shamrock Apartments starting at $755 in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Watkins is currently $1,046. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Watkins:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Park | 2 bedroom | $715 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock medium 2 bedroom | $755 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | Small 2 BR/ 1 BA Flat | $760 |
| Campus View and Kirkwood Court | Kirkwood Court 2 Bedroom - Premium - Joint Lease | $920 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | $975 |
| Cypress Pointe | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $995 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $995 |
| Prairie Bend Apartments | Classic | $1,145 |
| Ashton Flats | The Benton 60% | $1,237 |
| Cedar River Bluffs Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | $1,525 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Watkins Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Watkins Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Watkins is $1,046.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Watkins Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Watkins is a 1,028 square feet unit starting from $1,237 at Ashton Flats.
What is the average size for Watkins 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Watkins is currently 936 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!