
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watertown, CT from $700 (62 Rentals)
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1106 Main St

118 Pullen Ave

Greenbriar Hills Apartments

Grove Court

1469 Thomaston Ave

Liberty Court

135 W Main St

196 Hillside Ave

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Lakeside of Cheshire
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Josephine Towers Senior Living

58 Kellogg St

31 Frederick St

247 Willow St

62-70 Main St

62-70 Main St

115 Clay St

1243 W Main St

Piping Rock Apartments

Eastwood Terrace
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Rivers Edge Apartments

Scott Gardens Apartments

Highland Ridge

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39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 2

221 Willow St

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78 Chestnut Ave

40 Whitewood Rd

Meridian Apartments

Summit Ridge Estates

22 Wyman St
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146 Chestnut Ave

219 Woodlawn Terrace

11 Ridgewood St

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Bristol Properties Apartments

16 Byron St

22 High St

16 Byron St

260 Pine St

Woodbury Knoll

20 Shagbark Rd
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236 Hillside Ave

154 Plaza Ave

15-17 Ridgewood St

Waterbury Plaza Apartments

Westview Apartments

369 - 375 Grandview Ave

Lamda Rho Apartments

Bunker Hill

364 Colonial Ave

Northwood Apartments
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Watertown, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watertown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Watertown Studio Apartments | $1,505 | $1,085 | $1,704 |
| Cheap Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $950 | $2,517 |
| Cheap Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,300 | $3,127 |
| Cheap Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $1,450 | $2,450 |
| Cheap Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $1,450 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Watertown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watertown, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Grove Court in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood priced from $950. Liberty Court in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watertown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Liberty Court | One Bedroom HMA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Lakeside of Cheshire | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| Josephine Towers Senior Living | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,292 |
| 1243 W Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Ramblewood Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Piping Rock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Eastwood Terrace | The Yorkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | Essex | Studio,1BA | $1,408 |
| Meridian Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown, CT
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $1.53 price per square foot 3Beds Model at 223 Meadow St in the in the The Village at Oxford Greens neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 39 Chestnut Ave Model at 39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,450 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watertown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 223 Meadow St | 3Beds | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| 39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 2 | 39 Chestnut Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Oxford Commons | Chelsea 3-Bdrm/Affordable | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Middlebury Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| 78 Chestnut Ave | 78 Chestnut Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 701 Main St, Unit Apt 1-4 | 701 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Eastwood Terrace | The Yorkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Piping Rock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 1243 W Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watertown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watertown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watertown is at Lakeside of Cheshire listed at $1,260.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment is $950 at Grove Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watertown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watertown is starting from $1,600 at 1243 W Main St.
What is the most affordable Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Commons and starts from $1,875.
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