
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Watson Oaks Neighborhood of Lakeland, FL (44 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Watson Oaks area of Lakeland that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Bridgewater Grand

The Park at Palazzo

Audubon Oaks

Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes

The Landings at Long Lake

The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments
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The Retreat at Lakeland

7973 Princeton Manor Cir

808 Bryson Loop

8070 Diamond Creek Ln

266 Glenridge Loop N
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412 El Dorado St

225 Tracy Way

317 El Dorado St

1009 Hidden Dr

8725 Scandinavia Blvd

122 Oak Run Dr

6519 Baikal Pl

2479 Caspian Dr

248 Leelon Rd

711 W Daughtery Rd
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121 Shannon Dr

5940 Hilltop Ln E

858 Fox Lake Dr

515 Sandstone St

5457 Limestone Ln

6519 Baikal Pl

1019 Penguin Pl

5612 Aral Dr

2479 Caspian Dr

8453 Monterey Pne Wy
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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 | $1,590 | $1,395 | $2,305 |
| Watson Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $900 | $1,932 |
| Watson Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,299 | $2,183 |
| Watson Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,594 | $2,306 |
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There are currently 44 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 $1,485 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,250. 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 | $1,485 |
| Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes | 3.6/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,250 |
| The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments | 3/4 | City of Lakeland | $1,183 |
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 Monet Model at The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,183. The second cheapest Watson Oaks Pet Friendly apartment is the Naples 1 Bed unit at Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes starting at $1,250. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Watson Oaks apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments | Monet | $1,183 |
| Reserve at Lakeland Apartment Homes | Naples | $1,250 |
| The Retreat at Lakeland | A1 | $1,260 |
| The Loop at Wedgewood | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,314 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | Napa | $1,318 |
| The Landings at Long Lake | 1x1 | $1,325 |
| Audubon Oaks | LAUREL OAK | $1,460 |
| The Shore Luxury Apartment Homes | The Horizon | $1,485 |
| Lakeland Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Home with 995 Square... | $1,534 |
| Bridgewater Grand | 2 Bedroom | $1,836 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWatson Oaks, Lakeland, FL
Ranked #14
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 2.5 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
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Watson Oaks?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Watson Oaks is at 204 Leelon Rd listed at $800.
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 $1,630.
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 $1,631 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 828 sq ft.
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