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233 Harnett St NW
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233 Harnett St NW

233 Harnett St NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Valley High
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1715-1735 Edgewood RdCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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401 Canton St NWShellsburg, IA 52332
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3507 Queen Dr SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Watkins, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watkins Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Watkins, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Shamrock Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood priced from $555. Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watkins apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shamrock ApartmentsShamrock small 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$555
Goldfinch Meadows1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$575
Apache Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$595
Southview ApartmentsSouthview 1 bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$625
CR Legacy2x23BR,2BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, IA and Nearby

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $0.91 price per square foot WND2x2C Model at Windsor on the River in the in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood starting from $1,090. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the 2x2 Model at CR Legacy starting at $695 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the Corridor Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watkins apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windsor on the RiverWND2x2C2BR,2BA$0.91
CR Legacy2x23BR,2BA$0.72
Cedar River Bluffs Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Westgate ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Westcove2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.01
Shamrock ApartmentsArrowridge small 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Union at Wiley1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.24
Southview ApartmentsSouthview 1 Bedroom Updated!1BR,1BA$1.14
Apache Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99
Goldfinch Meadows1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.13

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22 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watkins Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watkins Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watkins Apartment is $555 at Shamrock Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watkins Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watkins is starting from $715 at Apache Park.

What is the most affordable Watkins Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Watkins Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at CR Legacy and starts from $695.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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