
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Watkins, IA (54 Rentals)


Windsor on the River

The Retreat on 6th

Cedar River Tower Apartments

Westgate Apartments

Cypress Pointe

Jacolyn Corner Condos Apartments

Raintree Apartments

Shamrock Apartments

Alexandra Apartments
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Stone Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Cedar River Bluffs Apartments

Riverview Place

Campus View and Kirkwood Court

Westdale Meadows

Prairie Bend

Heartland Commons

The Avenue

Ashton Flats

Pheasant Run Apartments
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The Malory Apartments

Union at Wiley

Cedar River Bluffs Townhomes

Prairie Reserve

Edgewood

3212 Wilson Ave SW

2535 Ellis View Ct NW

3200-3201 G Ave NW

Northview Apartments

Goldfinch Meadows
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Anderson Green I

1003 8th Ave

74 Northwood Dr

4016 Westover Rd SE

1012 D Ave NW

2417 E Ave NE

116 27th St NE

200 8th Ave SW

143 Ellen Ln SW

655 35th St NE
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80 I-80

2217 St Andrews Dr

145 Birch Ct

233 Harnett St NW

Crestwood Ridge Apartments

Westcove North

117-129 Harbet Ave NW

Valley High

Anderson Greene I

Urban Edge Apartments
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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 | $757 | $740 | $775 |
| Watkins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $466 | $1,700 |
Watkins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $485 | $2,700 |
| Watkins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $640 | $2,534 |
| Watkins 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,914 | $1,688 | $2,140 |
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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 Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood and is 1,020 square feet priced from $780. 2535 Ellis View Ct NW in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 970 square feet and currently listed start at $995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Watkins:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldfinch Meadows | Medium 2 BR/ 1 BA | 1,020 Sq Ft | $780 |
| 2535 Ellis View Ct NW | 970 Sq Ft | $995 | |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 857 Sq Ft | $905 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 855 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Northview Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 830 Sq Ft | $925 |
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 2 Bedrooms | 750 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
Cheapest Available Watkins and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 26, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Watkins, IA is the Small 2 BR/ 1 BA Flat Model starting from $765 at Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Watkins 2 Bedroom is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at The Malory Apartments starting at $905 in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Watkins is currently $1,222. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Watkins:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Goldfinch Meadows | Small 2 BR/ 1 BA Flat | $765 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | $905 |
| Northview Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | $925 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $995 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | $1,100 |
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 2 Bedrooms | $2,500 |
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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 $1,222.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Watkins Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Watkins is a 1,020 square feet unit starting from $780 at Goldfinch Meadows.
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