Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watson Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $800 (16 Rentals)
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916-918 Watson 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 | $1,813 | $1,395 | $2,275 |
| Watson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,225 | $1,495 | $2,885 |
| Watson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $1,799 | $3,375 |
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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 Furnished on Flint priced from $939. 916-918 Watson Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Watson apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furnished on Flint | Studio 2 | Studio, | $939 |
| 916-918 Watson Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1161 DAISY AVE | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 2135 Santa Fe Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, CA
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $2.90 price per square foot 1610 W Cameron St Model at 1610 W Cameron St in the in the Watson neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at LB0985 (Rubs) (Imp.) starting at $2,250 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Downtown Long Beach 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1610 W Cameron St | 1610 W Cameron St | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| LB0985 (Rubs) (Imp.) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Renaissance at City Center Apartments | 2Bedroom2BathroomC | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2135 Santa Fe Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 445 W 11th St, Unit #445 | 445 W 11th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Union South Bay | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 1036 E O St, Unit 1 | 1036 E O St | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 1161 DAISY AVE | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 2232-2234 Santa Fe Ave. | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watson?
The cheapest apartment in Watson is 1161 DAISY AVE which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in Watson costs $2,412.
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 9 regular apartments in Watson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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