
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watson, MN from $300 (63 Rentals)
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415 12th Ave E, Unit Main Level Private Room 1

Beardsley Apartments

RC Square 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
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Cardinal Manor Apartments

10th Avenue Apartments

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Red Skye Lofts

Nexus Apartments

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Somerset Properties

Ghent Housing

Circle Pines Apartments

Runestone Grand Apartments

Thunder Hawk Apartments

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Pheasant Run
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318 14th Ave E, Unit B

Henry Hill Apartments

Lakeland Apartments

Stone Meadow Apartments

Granite Manor/Runestone

401 E Thomas Ave, Unit 3

Block 100

1100 Elizabeth Ave SE

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Valleyside Townhomes

East Point Village Apartments
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Sterling Manor Apartments

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The Preserve on 24th

Edgeview Apartments

710 18th St S

Clara City Community Haus

Clinton Community Housing

Lyon County Apartments

330 4th St SW

806 W 5th St

River Ridge Apartments
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Morning Sun Apartments

Heritage Apartments- Morris

Carolina Village

Erickson Meadowview Apartments

Grove Heights Townhomes

Lake Place II

Scotland Green Apartments

Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

Home Rite Apartments

Wildwood Apartments
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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 | $1,020 | $745 | $1,195 |
| Watson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,065 | $595 | $1,855 |
| Watson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $625 | $2,420 |
| Watson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $1,150 | $1,960 |
| Watson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,350 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Watson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watson, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 512 Vernon Ave priced from $595. Beardsley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 512 Vernon Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| North Valley Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 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 |
| Nature's Edge Apartments | 1B1B MKT | 1BR,1BA | $769 |
| Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Cardinal Manor Apartments | One Bedroom - Handicap Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, MN and Nearby
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $0.85 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Handicap Model at Paris Park Townhomes in the in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood starting from $1,180. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the Three Bedroom - Somerset Model at Somerset Properties starting at $1,350 with a $1.10 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Park Townhomes | Two Bedroom, Handicap | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| Somerset Properties | Three Bedroom - Somerset | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Runestone Grand Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Cardinal Estates | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Red Skye Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Cardinal Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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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 $595 at 512 Vernon Ave.
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 $695 at 512 Vernon Ave.
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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