Cheap Homes for Rent in Watson Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)

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Watson, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

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 $893. 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Watson apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Furnished on Flint0BR/0.5BAStudio,$893
1045 Daisy Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
1001-1007 Banning Blvd.StudioStudio,1BA$1,575
1424 Chestnut Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
1161 DAISY AVE1x11BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, CA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $2.15 price per square foot 1530 Henderson Ave Model at 1530 Henderson Ave in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 2135 Santa Fe Ave. starting at $1,795 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Watson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1530 Henderson Ave1530 Henderson Ave2BR,1BA$2.15
2135 Santa Fe Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.04
1534-1548 W. 20th St.2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.77
1885 Chestnut Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.21
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.99
211-221 W. G St.2 Bed 1 Bath Large2BR,1BA$3.19
1161 DAISY AVE1x11BR,1BA$2.75
2232-2234 Santa Fe Ave.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.92
1424 Chestnut Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.32
1001-1007 Banning Blvd.StudioStudio ,1BA$3.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Watson

What type of rentals are currently available in Watson?

There are currently 475 Apartments for Rent in Watson, CA with pricing that ranges from $893 to $4,846. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Watson ranging from $1,595 to $11,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Watson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Watson ranges from $1,595 to $11,995 with an average monthly rent of $5,108.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Watson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Watson range from $2,295 to $4,065, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $6,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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