
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Watson Oaks Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL (46 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Watson Oaks area of Lakeland that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Bridgewater Grand

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Arbor Glen Apartments

The Loop at Wedgewood

Audubon Oaks

Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes

The Landings at Long Lake

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The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments
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The Retreat at Lakeland

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit Double Studio

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit King Jacuzzi Suite

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit Double Studio Renovated

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4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit King Room

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit 2 Bedroom Apartment

6515 Baikal Pl

5717 Daughtery Downs Loop
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8425 Split Creek Cir

5829 Daughtery Downs Loop

428 Corona Del Mar St

2423 Caspian Dr

720 Patricia Pl

6218 Manitoba Dr

6233 Vintage Dr

4048 Chelsea Ln

5850 Lake Grove Dr
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5865 Daughtery Downs Loop

734 Fox Lake Dr

7530 Gunstock Dr, Unit 2205

6859 Hunters Crossing Blvd

6264 Great Bear Dr

721 W Socrum Loop Rd

605 Hennessee St

165 Shannon Dr

124 Rosalynn Cir
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202 Village View Ln

8039 Ridgeglen Cir E

907 Swann Dr

5513 Maggiore Blvd

6006 Crane Dr

1011 Winifred Way

8328 Wilder Pnes Ave

204 Leelon Rd

The Park at Palazzo
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Watson Oaks, Lakeland, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watson Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,799 | $1,499 | $2,099 |
| Watson Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $975 | $1,975 |
| Watson Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $1,375 | $2,242 |
| Watson Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,542 | $2,342 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Watson Oaks Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
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Most Pet Friendly Watson Oaks Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Watson Oaks area of Lakeland, FL that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Shore Luxury Apartment Homes with prices starting from $1,525 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Arbor Glen Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,348. Here are the most Pet Friendly Watson Oaks apartments for rent in Lakeland, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shore Luxury Apartment Homes | 4/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,525 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 3.6/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,348 |
| Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes | 3.4/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,250 |
| The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments | 3/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,410 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Watson Oaks
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Watson Oaks of Watson Oaks is the Rimini Model at Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,250. The second cheapest Watson Oaks Pet Friendly apartment is the A1 1 Bed unit at The Retreat at Lakeland starting at $1,288. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Watson Oaks apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes | Rimini | $1,250 |
| The Retreat at Lakeland | A1 | $1,288 |
| The Landings at Long Lake | 1x1 | $1,325 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | Napa | $1,410 |
| The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments | Matisse | $1,410 |
| The Loop at Wedgewood | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $1,449 |
| Audubon Oaks | GRAND LAUREL OAK | $1,485 |
| The Shore Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | $1,525 |
| Bridgewater Grand | 1 Bedroom | $1,563 |
| Gibson Oaks | C1 | $1,975 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with young ones? Amongst all of the communities in Lakeland, Watson Oaks has now become known as one of our preferred submarkets for families, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and having the best-regarded schools available.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? this residential area is a highly-rated residential submarket for its parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This residential neighborhood has a reputation as one of the best-regarded communities for families with pets, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Watson Oaks Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Watson Oaks Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Watson Oaks is $1,668.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Watson Oaks Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Watson Oaks is a 1,853 square feet unit starting from $1,563 at Bridgewater Grand.
What is the average size for Watson Oaks Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Watson Oaks is currently at 892 sq ft.
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