3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Watsonville, CA (30 Rentals)
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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 |
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Watsonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
Watsonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $2,024 | $3,379 |
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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
H. A. Hyde Elementary
Pajaro Valley High
Rolling Hills Middle
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Getting Around Watsonville, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Watsonville Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Watsonville Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Watsonville is $1,700.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Watsonville Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Watsonville is a square feet unit at .
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