
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watertown, WI from $400 (54 Rentals)
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1424 E Main St

Audubon Park Apartments, LP

Hillcrest Apartments

Lumin Terrace

205 Sunnyfield Ct

Audubon East

Watertown Park Apartments, LLC

Audubon Park Landing, LLC

Watertown Square
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River Mill Senior Residences

Heritage Apartments

WaterTown Meadows

Highland Village Senior Apartments (55+)

Colonial Manor Watertown

904 Fox Creek Dr

Oconomowoc School Apartments

Fairview Senior Apartment Homes

KESTREL RIDGE

Hawthorne Apartments
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Knowlton Woods Apartments

Washington Manor Apartments

Grace Manor Apts., LLC

MEADOWVIEW APARTMENTS

Tamarack Apartment Homes

Morningside Orchard Apartments

Pondview Apartments

MARSH VIEW ESTATES

FALCON POINT APARTMENTS

203 E Lake Park Pl
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Parquelynn Village

Worthington Apartments

Summer Ridge

Rock Creek Apartments

Hackney House Apartments

The Locklyn

The Preserve at Prairie Creek

Wells Street Station

The Ponds

Tamarack Gardens-Distinctive 55+ Community
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The Preserve Apartments

Whitman Place Apartments

Norden Range Apartments

106 W Stroud St

Monroe Street Apartments

173 N Monroe St

Washington Heights Apartments

405 Stark St

Browns Court Apartments

215 N Spring St
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Watertown, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watertown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown Studio Apartments | $1,484 | $1,479 | $1,490 |
| Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $519 | $3,707 |
| Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $617 | $6,337 |
| Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $822 | $7,340 |
| Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $1,001 | $1,001 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Watertown, WI
Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Watertown, WI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Watertown Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord Estates | $1,992 | $870 | 45 |
Cheapest Available Watertown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watertown, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at Watertown East Apartments in the Concord Estates neighborhood priced from $870. Hawthorne Apartments in the Jefferson County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watertown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown East Apartments | Garden Style | 2BR,1BA | $870 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 1 Bedroom With Balcony Lower | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Knowlton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| River Mill Senior Residences | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | B1 SR - B1 SR | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Lumin Terrace | 8 - Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Morningside Orchard Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment (Upper) | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Tamarack Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Pondview Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Monroe Street Apartments | 3x2 Medium | 3BR,2BA | $1,326 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown, WI and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at KESTREL RIDGE in the in the Columbia County neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath. Model at Rock Creek Apartments starting at $1,549 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Brookstone Meadows 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| KESTREL RIDGE | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath. | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Monroe Street Apartments | 3x2 Medium | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| The Ponds | 2 Bed 1 Bath (3)(6) | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Tamarack Gardens-Distinctive 55+ Community | 2 Beds 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Tamarack Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Parquelynn Village | Oakwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Pondview Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Knowlton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Watertown East Apartments | Garden Style | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watertown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment is $995 at Hawthorne Apartments.
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 $870 at Watertown East Apartments.
What is the most affordable Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Watertown East Apartments and starts from $984.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.