
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Watson Oaks Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL (34 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Watson Oaks area of Lakeland that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Bridgewater Grand

Audubon Oaks

The Loop at Wedgewood

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Arbor Glen Apartments

Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes

The Landings at Long Lake

The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments

The Retreat at Lakeland
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4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit King Jacuzzi Suite

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit Double Studio Renovated

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit King Studio Renovated

4645 N Socrum Loop Rd, Unit King Room

341 Santiago Ct

5865 Daughtery Downs Loop

734 Fox Lake Dr

7530 Gunstock Dr

901 Pearly Ridge Ln
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6213 Doe Cir E

7915 Ridgeglen Cir W

6859 Hunters Crossing Blvd

8006 Brookeshire Dr

263 Leelon Rd

6032 Norton Rd

141 Fernery Rd

5438 Limestone Ln

8638 Gibson Oaks Dr

2274 Geneva Dr
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8328 Wilder Pnes Ave

204 Leelon Rd

The Park at Palazzo

Sterling Place
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 | $1,844 | $1,439 | $2,249 |
| Watson Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $975 | $2,083 |
| Watson Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $1,375 | $2,178 |
| Watson Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,543 | $2,346 |
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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 $1,515 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Arbor Glen Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,411. 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 | $1,515 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 3.4/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,411 |
| Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes | 3.2/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,150 |
| The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments | 3/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,317 |
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 $1,150. 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 | $1,150 |
| The Retreat at Lakeland | A1 | $1,288 |
| Audubon Oaks | ROYAL OAK | $1,300 |
| The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments | Monet | $1,317 |
| The Landings at Long Lake | 1x1 | $1,325 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | Napa | $1,411 |
| The Loop at Wedgewood | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $1,449 |
| Gibson Oaks | A1 | $1,495 |
| The Shore Luxury Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | $1,685 |
| Bridgewater Grand | 2 Bedroom | $1,782 |
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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 2.5 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 2.5 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 $1,628.
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 $1,651 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 821 sq ft.
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