
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watson Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $820 (95 Rentals)
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1121 Daisy Ave, Unit 15

1029 Magnolia Ave

417 W 10th St

1765

1121 Daisy Ave, Unit 04

3820 Cedar Ave

1146

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1837 W Columbia St, Unit 1837
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3348 Santa Fe Ave

3661 Webster Ave

443 W 11th St, Unit 443

443 W 11th St

2232-2234 Santa Fe Ave.

2277 Maine Ave

2070-2080 Magnolia Ave.

2629 Baltic Ave

2629 Baltic Ave

1957 San Francisco Ave
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Chestnut Terraces

1916 Magnolia Ave

Cedar North Apartments

445 W 15th St

LB1495 (NEW)

937 Magnolia Ave

Daisy Apartments

1981 Chestnut Ave
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1208 Daisy Ave

1167 Daisy Ave

3374 Santa Fe Ave

LB0325 (RUBS)

1019-1027 Cedar Ave

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2133 Chestnut Ave

1210 Chestnut Ave

1424 Chestnut Avenue

424 17th St
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1233 Daisy Ave

Cedar

1841-1845 Chestnut Avenue

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LB1415

LB2464 (RUBS)

1741-1749 Cedar Ave

1439 Cedar Ave

Magnolia Apartments

1601 Cedar Ave
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Watson, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Studio Apartments | $1,768 | $1,250 | $2,575 |
| Watson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $1,595 | $2,895 |
| Watson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $1,950 | $3,695 |
| Watson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,000 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Available Watson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watson area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments priced from $1,250. LB1495 (NEW) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Watson apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| LB1495 (NEW) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 1147 Broad Ave. (El Portal) | STUDIOS | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| LB0325 (RUBS) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| 2133 Chestnut Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 1001-07 Banning Blvd., 339-351 Opp St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| 633 Broad Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| LB1415 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 1841-1845 Chestnut Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Spanish Style Living In Long Beach! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, CA
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $1.23 price per square foot 0BR/1.0BA Model at Daisy Studios & Lofts in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the 1 Bedrooms Model at Carson Terrace Senior Apartment starting at $1,771 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Carson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daisy Studios & Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| Carson Terrace Senior Apartment | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| LB1471 RUBS (New) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 1723 Cedar Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| 1959 Cedar #1-6 | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.19 |
| 2133 Chestnut Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| LB0325 (RUBS) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| LB1415 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 1439 Cedar Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| LB1495 (NEW) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Watson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Watson is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watson?
The cheapest apartment in Watson is LB0325 (RUBS) which is listed at $1,490, while the average apartment in Watson costs $2,760.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watson?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Watson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Watson?
Cheap apartments in Watson have an average cost of $1,756 which is $1,004 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watson.
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