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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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Cheap Watsonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,700 | $2,400 |
Cheap Watsonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,024 | $3,379 |
Cheap Watsonville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,895 | $3,895 | $3,895 |
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Cheapest Available Watsonville Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Paloma Del Mar - Senior Community 55+ | E | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watsonville, CA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watsonville area is the $4.83 price per square foot 48 College Rd Model at 48 College Rd in the starting from $3,379. The second greatest value Watsonville apartment is the E Model at Paloma Del Mar - Senior Community 55+ starting at $1,700 with a $2.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Watsonville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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48 College Rd | 48 College Rd | 2BR,1BA | $4.83 |
Paloma Del Mar - Senior Community 55+ | E | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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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 Cheap Watsonville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watsonville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watsonville Apartment is $1,700 at Paloma Del Mar - Senior Community 55+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watsonville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watsonville is starting from $2,024 at Paloma Del Mar - Senior Community 55+.
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