
New Apartments for Rent in Watsonville, CA (8 Rentals)


Tabasa Gardens

Blackbird Homes

153 E Riverside Dr
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6 Alton Way

Sparrow Terrace

The Terrace

Pippin Orchards
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Watsonville, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watsonville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Watsonville Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| New Watsonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $1,775 | $2,200 |
| New Watsonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $3,095 | $3,350 |
| New Watsonville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $3,500 | $4,000 |
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Watsonville Overview
Watsonville, CA is a gorgeous town that is located in Santa Cruz County. Because of the beautiful weather, delicious food, and friendly people, many people are interested in looking for Watsonville apartments. This location has reasonable traffic, beautiful blue skies, and plenty of jobs for people of all backgrounds. For those who are looking for apartments in Watsonville, there are a few points to keep in mind.
Why live in Watsonville, CA?
There are numerous reasons why people decide to live in Watsonville, CA. First, the weather is beautiful. The summers are never too hot and the temperatures rarely get below freezing during the winter. Second, there isn’t much traffic in Watsonville, however, Watsonville is still relatively close to San Jose and San Francisco. Finally, what really makes the town of Watsonville is the friendly people.
Watsonville, CAPopulation: 53,920
Ranked #724
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Watsonville, CA
Watsonville High School
Cesar E. Chavez Middle School
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.