
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watson, MN from $300 (65 Rentals)
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Beardsley Apartments

North Valley Apartments

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Suite Liv'N - Willmar

Eastside Acres

Westfield Apartments

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Nature's Edge Apartments

Suite Liv'n - Marshall

Red Skye Lofts

Circle Pines Apartments
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Nexus Apartments

625 14th Ave

Ghent Housing

10th Avenue Apartments

Runestone Grand Apartments

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Pheasant Run Apartments

Henry Hill Apartments

Edgeview Apartments

Lakeland Apartments

Granite Manor/Runestone
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Stone Meadow Apartments

Block 100

East Point Village Apartments

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Valleyside Townhomes

Sterling Manor Apartments

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The Preserve on 24th

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Block 25 Lofts

Thunder Hawk Apartments

710 18th St S

Clara City Community Haus
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Clinton Community Housing

Lyon County Apartments

330 4th St SW

806 W 5th St

River Ridge Apartments

Morning Sun Apartments

Heritage Apartments- Morris

Carolina Village

Erickson Meadowview Apartments

Grove Heights Townhomes
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Lake Place II

Scotland Green Apartments

Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

539 Pacific Ave SW

Home Rite Apartments

North Villa Apartments

Wildwood Apartments

318 S 3rd St

308 S 3rd St

316 S 3rd St
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Watson, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Studio Apartments | $999 | $745 | $1,195 |
| Watson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $525 | $1,915 |
| Watson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $625 | $2,420 |
| Watson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,150 | $1,900 |
| Watson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $1,350 | $1,795 |
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Cheapest Available Watson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watson, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at RC Square Apartments in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood priced from $625. North Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
| North Valley Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Suite Liv'N - Willmar | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Eastside Acres | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $761 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Red Skye Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 1505 Becker Ave SE | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, MN and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $1.33 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Thunder Hawk Apartments in the starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at RC Square Apartments starting at $625 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunder Hawk Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Runestone Grand Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Red Skye Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Cardinal Estates | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Circle Pines Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 1505 Becker Ave SE | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watson is at North Valley Apartments listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Apartment is $725 at Wildwood Apartments.
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 $625 at RC Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Watson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Suite Liv'N - Willmar and starts from $1,150.
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