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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland

1526 Edgar DrCharleston, IL 61920

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Sugar Creek Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sugar Creek Crossing

211 Joanie LnRobinson, IL 62454
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property at 321 A St

321 A St

CharlestonIL61920
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Newton Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Senior Housing

201 Eaton StNewton, IL 62448
Senior Living
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property at 205 North St

205 North St

RaymondIL62560

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Watson, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Watson, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW priced from $421. Rider Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
RESERVE AT LAKEVIEWOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$421
Rider Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$500
The Millennium Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$505
McKay Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$548
Melrose and Brooklyn Heights Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$585
Arthur Ave Apartments1x11BR,1BA$610
Stones Crossing ApartmentsNice one bedroom efficiency apartment1BR,1BA$625
Moundford Terrace1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$655
Southern Meadows Senior Living1 Bed Apt1BR,1BA$750
Royal HeightsRoyal Heights 2 Bed w/ Study & 1.5 Bath3BR,1BA$835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, IL and Nearby

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $0.41 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Millennium Apartments in the starting from $505. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the Unit 84 Model at Centralia Estates starting at $1,099 with a $0.90 price per square foot . 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.
The Millennium Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.41
Centralia EstatesUnit 843BR,2BA$0.90
McKay Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.55
West Mound Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.99
2474 N FlorianUnit 112BR,1.5BA$1.06
Royal HeightsRoyal Heights 2 Bed w/ Study & 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.95
Arthur Ave Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.97
Moundford Terrace1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
RESERVE AT LAKEVIEWOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.69
Rider Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.92

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Getting Around Watson, IL

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

23 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watson Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Apartment is $421 at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watson is starting from $507 at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW.

What is the most affordable Watson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Watson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Millennium Apartments and starts from $505.

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