Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watson Oaks Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL from $800 (7 Rentals)

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204 Leelon Rd
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204 Leelon Rd

204 Leelon RdLakeland, FL 33809

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Watson Oaks, Lakeland, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watson Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watson Oaks area of Lakeland, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes priced from $1,250. The Retreat at Lakeland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,294. Here are the most affordable Watson Oaks apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve at Lakeland Apartment HomesNaples1BR,1BA$1,250
The Retreat at LakelandA11BR,1BA$1,294
The Loop at Wedgewood1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson Oaks, FL

As of October 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watson Oaks area is the $1.31 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Bridgewater Grand in the in the Watson Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,598. The second greatest value Watson Oaks apartment is the LAUREL OAK Model at Audubon Oaks starting at $1,550 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Bradford Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watson Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridgewater Grand1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Audubon OaksLAUREL OAK2BR,2BA$1.45
The Park at PalazzoVenus1BR,1BA$1.54
Lakeland Landing Apartments2 Bedrrom 2 Bath Apartment Home with 872 Square...2BR,2BA$1.78
The Landings at Long Lake1x11BR,1BA$1.56
Arbor Glen ApartmentsNapa1BR,1BA$1.83
The Retreat at LakelandA11BR,1BA$1.60
The Preserve at Lakeland Hills ApartmentsDali1BR,1BA$1.91
The Loop at Wedgewood1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.86
Reserve at Lakeland Apartment HomesNaples1BR,1BA$1.86

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Watson Oaks, Lakeland, FL

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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Lakeland. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watson Oaks Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Oaks Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Oaks Apartment is $1,250 at Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watson Oaks is starting from $1,350 at Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Watson Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Watson Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments and starts from $1,522.

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