
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watkins, MN from $600 (19 Rentals)
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1035 Division St E
Watkins, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watkins?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Watkins Studio Apartments | $944 | $760 | $1,125 |
Watkins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $770 | $2,115 |
Watkins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $880 | $2,920 |
Watkins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $1,015 | $3,045 |
Watkins 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Watkins Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watkins, MN is a Studio unit found at Sunny Ville in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood priced from $760. Swisshelm Village Apartments in the East Saint Cloud neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $880. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watkins apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sunny Ville | Studio | Studio,1BA | $760 |
Swisshelm Village Apartments | Two bedroom/ Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
Park Meadows | Stearns | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Clover Hill | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Pioneer Pointe | 2 Bed-1 | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, MN and Nearby
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $1.42 price per square foot Emerald 2 BD + Den - 2.5 BA Model at The Preserve at Stone Gate in the starting from $2,345. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom (Premium-L) Model at Sommersby Village Townhomes starting at $2,095 with a $1.36 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Watkins apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Preserve at Stone Gate | Emerald 2 BD + Den - 2.5 BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
Sommersby Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom (Premium-L) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
Sunny Ville | Two Bedroom/Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Cedar Pointe Apartment Homes LLC | 2BD/2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Clearwater Residential Suites | 2 Bedroom 1 3/4 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
Edgewater Apartments | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Clover Hill | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Park Meadows | Stearns | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Pioneer Pointe | 2 Bed-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Oaks on 20th | 1bed/1bathroom with Pantry | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Getting Around Watkins, MN
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watkins Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watkins?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watkins is at Sunny Ville listed at $760.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watkins Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watkins Apartment is $895 at Park Meadows.
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 $880 at Swisshelm Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Watkins Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watkins Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Swisshelm Village Apartments and starts from $1,015.
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