
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watson, MO from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Tarkio Village Apartments

Fountain Apartments

Forest Cove

Nottingham Court Apartments

Park Avenue Apartments

Fontainebleau Apartments

University Point
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Timber Creek Apartments

Bellevue Gardens Apartments

625 Main St

Timbercrest

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Pinehill Park

Fontenelle Hills

Tregaron Oaks
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Oak Creek Apartments

Summit by Broadmoor

Chadwick Apartments

South Ridge Apartments

Maplewinds I & II

610 S 7th St

606 S 7th St

Maryville Meadows
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303 W Lowell Ave

2419 F St

2411 Harlan St

Arbor Village

Clarinda West Apartments

Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments)

Woodland Park - Red Oak

1010 N 16th St
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2243 Franklin St

Arbor View Apartments

Chateau Bellevue

2912 Van Buren St

Britain Towne

1216 S 2nd St

2608 S Wayne St

Gold Coast Apartments
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5703 S 14th St

Brent Village
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 | $1,144 | $871 | $1,320 |
| Watson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $540 | $2,534 |
| Watson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $640 | $2,916 |
| Watson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $800 | $3,642 |
| Watson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $1,290 | $1,390 |
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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 Parkway Village Apartments priced from $540. Tarkio Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $540 |
| Tarkio Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| University Point | VO 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Forest Cove | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Timbercrest | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson, MO and Nearby
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watson area is the $1.00 price per square foot Two Bed - Upcoming Availability Model at Burr Oaks Place in the starting from $1,246. The second greatest value Watson apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath 2nd Floor Model at Midland Heights Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Gretna 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 - Upcoming Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Midland Heights Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Chateau Bellevue | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| University Point | VO2X1R | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Forest Cove | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Timbercrest | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Parkway Village Apartments | Two Bedroom (updated) | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 $540 at Parkway Village 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 $690 at Parkway Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Watson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Cove and starts from $800.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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