2220 Gale Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watson Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $800 (63 Rentals)
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1045 Daisy Ave Apartments
1045 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)
3010-3028 Santa Fe AveLong Beach, CA 90810
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445 W 15th St, Unit 15
445 W 15th StLong Beach, CA 90813
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1029 Magnolia Ave
1029 Magnolia AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1121 Daisy Ave, Unit 14
1121 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1121 Daisy Ave, Unit 15
1121 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
944 Maine Ave
Long BeachCA90813
417 W 10th St
Long BeachCA90813
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1765 Magnolia AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1121 Daisy Ave, Unit 04
1121 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
2458 Chestnut Ave
Long BeachCA90806
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2135 Santa Fe Ave.
2135 Santa Fe AveLong Beach, CA 90810
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1146-1152 Magnolia AveLong Beach, CA 90813
3348 Santa Fe Ave
Long BeachCA90810
3820 Cedar Ave
Long BeachCA90807
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CityView Apartments 62+ Community
3333 Pacific PlLong Beach, CA 90806
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Chestnut Terraces
1853 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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1916 Magnolia Ave
1916 Magnolia AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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Cedar North Apartments
1895 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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1495 Cedar Ave
1495 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1415 Cedar Ave
1415 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90813
2240 Chestnut Ave
Long BeachCA90806
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937 Magnolia Ave
937 Magnolia AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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Daisy Apartments
1151 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1981 Chestnut Ave
1981 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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2014 Chestnut Ave
2014 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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1208 Daisy Ave
1208 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1167 Daisy Ave
1167 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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3374 Santa Fe Ave
3374 Santa Fe AveLong Beach, CA 90810
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1019-1027 Cedar Ave
1019 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1210 Chestnut Ave
1210 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1019-1027 Cedar Avenue Apartments
1027 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1424 Chestnut Avenue
1424 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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424 17th St
424 17th StLong Beach, CA 90813
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1233 Daisy Ave
1233 Daisy AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1741-1749 Cedar Ave
1741-1749 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1439 Cedar Ave
1439 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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Magnolia Apartments
1153-1161 Magnolia AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1601 Cedar Ave
1601 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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3610-3620 Santa Fe Ave
3610-3620 Santa Fe AveLong Beach, CA 90810
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1036 Chestnut Ave
1036 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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HENDERSON
1970 Henderson AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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19th St Apartments
1315 W 19th StLong Beach, CA 90810
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985 N Park Cor
985 N Park CorLong Beach, CA 90813
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2133 Chestnut Ave
2133 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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Cedar Court
1843-1865 Cedar AveLong Beach, CA 90806
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1211 Magnolia Ave.
1211 Magnolia AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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1600 Chestnut Ave
1600 Chestnut AveLong Beach, CA 90813
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$1,395Studio Apartments Available Now
916-918 Watson Ave
916-918 Watson AveWilmington, CA 90744
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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 | $1,633 | $1,250 | $2,473 |
| Watson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,550 | $2,950 |
| Watson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $1,850 | $3,750 |
| Watson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Watson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,067 | $4,067 | $4,067 |
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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. Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Watson apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| 916-918 Watson Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1147 Broad Ave. (El Portal) | STUDIOS | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 424 17th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| 132 E. I St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| 2519 E. Monroe St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 633 Broad Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 1439 Cedar Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| HENDERSON | Deluxe 1bd, 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, CA
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $2.75 price per square foot 1016 N Pioneer Ave Model at 1016 N Pioneer Ave, Unit B in the in the Wilmington neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Daisy Studios starting at $2,095 with a $1.23 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. |
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| 1016 N Pioneer Ave, Unit B | 1016 N Pioneer Ave | 5BR,5BA | $2.75 |
| Daisy Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1024 N Pioneer Ave, Unit #2 | 1024 N Pioneer Ave | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.82 |
| 2070-2080 Magnolia Ave. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| 2135 Santa Fe Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 1723 Cedar Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Harbor Apartments | Deluxe 2bed 1ba ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIA... | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
| 2133 Chestnut Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 1439 Cedar Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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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 $1,675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watson?
The cheapest apartment in Watson is 424 17th St which is listed at $1,575, while the average apartment in Watson costs $4,825.
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 6 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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