1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MN (40 Rentals)

The Stax of Long Lake

Juniper
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Victoria Flats

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Lakecrest Apartments

Bayview Apartments

Lake Jonathan Flats

AbleLight Village

One West Drive

Bay Pointe Apartments

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Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka

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Clover Field Marketplace

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Watertown, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watertown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Watertown Studio Apartments | $1,320 | $1,000 | $1,530 |
Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $655 | $2,797 |
Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,407 | $782 | $7,500 |
Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $1,180 | $9,395 |
Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,212 | $3,114 | $3,350 |
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Largest Available Watertown and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Watertown, MN is found at The Mist on Lake Minnetonka in the Outlying Hennepin Far Western Suburbs neighborhood and is 1,260 square feet priced from $2,295. Greenwood Manor in the Laketown Colonial Townhomes neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,120 square feet and currently listed start at $1,415. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Watertown:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Mist on Lake Minnetonka | 1 Bed 2 Bath with Den | 1,260 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
Greenwood Manor | One Bedroom B | 1,120 Sq Ft | $1,415 |
Rowe | Classic + | 998 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
Springs at McKnight Lake | 1 BR Grand Overlook | 947 Sq Ft | $1,740 |
Juniper | Oliver | 939 Sq Ft | $1,926 |
The Stax of Long Lake | Holbrook | 844 Sq Ft | $1,925 |
Highland Shores Apartments | Floorplan G | 830 Sq Ft | $1,530 |
The Otto | 1G | 814 Sq Ft | $1,543 |
The Carver Apartments | The Oakwood | 778 Sq Ft | $1,738 |
Granite Works Apartments | A1 One Bed - Riverview | 771 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
Cheapest Available Watertown and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 02, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Watertown, MN is the One Bedroom Model starting from $675 at Howard Lake Apartments in the Wright Far Western Suburbs neighborhood. The second most affordable Watertown 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom 1 bath Model at Riverwalk Apartments starting at $929 in the Highland Ridge neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Watertown is currently $1,714. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Watertown:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Howard Lake Apartments | One Bedroom | $675 |
Riverwalk Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $929 |
Christmas Lake Manor Apartments | One Bathroom/ One Bedroom | $1,080 |
Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka | The Marina | $1,095 |
Lakecrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,299 |
Rowe | Serenade | $1,395 |
Greenwood Manor | One Bedroom B | $1,415 |
The Otto | 1A.1 | $1,425 |
Juniper | Mabel | $1,510 |
Morse Manor | One bedroom, one bathroom | $1,525 |
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Best Local Schools in Watertown, MN
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Getting Around Watertown, MN
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Watertown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Watertown with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Watertown is at Howard Lake Apartments listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Watertown Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Watertown is $1,714.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Watertown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Watertown is a 1,260 square feet unit starting from $2,295 at The Mist on Lake Minnetonka.
What is the average size for Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Watertown is currently 767 sq ft.
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