
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Watson, MO from $400 (41 Rentals)
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Fountain Apartments

Forest Cove

Nottingham Court Apartments

Fontainebleau Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

Cornhusker Creek

Bellevue Gardens Apartments
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Tregaron Oaks

Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing

Pinehill Park

Chadwick Apartments

Timbercrest Apartments
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72877-72638 638 Ave

1423 Harlan St

Maplewinds I & II

Parkway Village Apartments

Maryville Meadows

303 W Lowell Ave

Arbor Village

Red Oak 48-(City View Apartments)
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Woodland Park - Red Oak

407 H St

Arbor View Apartments

Clarinda West Apartments

Park Avenue Apartments

Chateau Bellevue

1712 S Wayne St

400 S Water St
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702 N 6th St

1216 S 2nd St

5703 S 14th St

Gold Coast Apartments

Brent Village

901 James Pkwy

3702 Gayle Ave

1116 S 2nd St
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402 W Eldora Ave
Watson, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Studio Apartments | $1,159 | $871 | $1,572 |
| Watson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $550 | $2,182 |
| Watson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $700 | $2,559 |
| Watson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $875 | $2,834 |
| Watson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $1,290 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Available Watson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watson, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Nottingham Court Apartments in the Cass County neighborhood priced from $675. Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Cornhusker Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Oak Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Timbercrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| Pinehill Park | 1 Bed/1Bath - Breakfast Bar - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Gold Coast Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, MO and Nearby
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $0.94 price per square foot Two Bed/One Bath Model at Burr Oaks Place in the in the Mills County neighborhood starting from $1,181. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Bellevue Gardens Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Bellevue 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burr Oaks Place | Two Bed/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Fontainebleau Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Tallgrass Apartments | Ranch Style/2 Bedoom 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Midland Heights Apartments | Two Bed, Two Bath, 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Chateau Bellevue | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Timbercrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Cornhusker Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Oak Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing listed at $871.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watson Apartment is $675 at Nottingham Court 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 $795 at Clarinda West Apartments.
What is the most affordable Watson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bellevue Hills Apartment Homes and starts from $1,600.
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