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Arsenal Apartments
652 Arsenal StWatertown, NY 13601
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206 Franklin StWatertown, NY 13601
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234 Coffeen StWatertown, NY 13601
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215 Washington StWatertown, NY 13601
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505 Washington StWatertown, NY 13601
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1204 Superior StWatertown, NY 13601
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Colonial Manor Apartments
22500 Colonial Manor RdWatertown, NY 13601
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Palmer Street Apartments
224 Palmer StWatertown, NY 13601
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424 College HtsWatertown, NY 13601
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172 Clinton StWatertown, NY 13601
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Hycliff Apartments
510-542 N Hycliff DrWatertown, NY 13601
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Ontario Village Apartments
1269 Coffeen StWatertown, NY 13601
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Riverview Urban & Industrial Lofts
497 Newell StWatertown, NY 13601
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The Carlisle
273 Paddock StWatertown, NY 13601
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State Street Apartments
278 State StWatertown, NY 13601
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Maple Court Apartments
540 Kieff DrWatertown, NY 13601
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Coffeen Heights Apartments
1100 Coffeen StWatertown, NY 13601
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Huntington Heights
1620 Huntington StWatertown, NY 13601
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Starwood Apartments
845 Starbuck AveWatertown, NY 13601
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21825 Heather Acres DrWatertown, NY 13601
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Heritage Apartments
522 Washington StWatertown, NY 13601
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402 Stone St
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8 E Church St
AdamsNY13605
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Watertown, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watertown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Watertown Studio Apartments | $851 | $520 | $1,450 |
| Cheap Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,064 | $720 | $1,650 |
| Cheap Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,296 | $650 | $1,950 |
| Cheap Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $850 | $1,970 |
| Cheap Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $1,566 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available Watertown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Watertown, NY is a Studio unit found at Arsenal Apartments in the Watertown neighborhood priced from $520. The Solar Building in the Watertown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watertown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Arsenal Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $520 |
| The Solar Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| City View Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
| The Apartments at Madison Barracks | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Kelsey Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Washington Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Palmer Street Apartments | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| College Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown, NY
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $0.78 price per square foot Town Home Model at Hycliff Apartments in the in the Watertown neighborhood starting from $1,320. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Garden Model at Parkstead Watertown at Thompson Park starting at $1,497 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Watertown 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. |
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| Hycliff Apartments | Town Home | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| Parkstead Watertown at Thompson Park | 3 Bed 2 Bath Garden | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Emerald Acres II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.01 |
| Parkstead City Center | 2 Bed 1 Bath Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Palmer Street Apartments | Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| College Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| City View Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Riverview Urban & Industrial Lofts | 1 bedroom loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Solar Building | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
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If you are looking for a beautiful location in New York to call home, then you may want to take a closer look at Watertown, NY. Watertown, NY is the county seat for Jefferson County. It is located just south of Thousand Islands, near Lake Ontario. It is named after its numerous waterfalls near the Black River. It was an early industrial and manufacturing center during the 19th century. Now, there are plenty of apartments in Watertown, NY that are available. If you are interested in Watertown apartments, learn more about this beautiful city below!á
Why live in Watertown, NY?
There are a lot of great places to live in New York, however, a lot of people continue to flock to Watertown, NY, calling this city home. There are several reasons why so many people choose to live in Watertown, NY. First, the cost of living in this area is relatively low. When compared to locations such as Buffalo and New York City, money goes farther in Watertown, NY. In addition, a lot of people like the idea of living close to a major lake. Lake Ontario is very close to Watertown, NY. Finally, there are a lot of people who love the weather in Watertown, NY. For those who love the snow and hate the humidity, Watertown, NY may be a welcome respite.á
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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 Arsenal Apartments listed at $520.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment is $720 at The Solar Building.
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 $650 at City View Apartments.
What is the most affordable Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kelsey Creek Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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