Apartments For Rent in Watsonville, CA
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Watsonville, CA 95076 - NEW - 1 DAY AGO
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What Locals Say about Watsonville
Review Highlights
Watsonville: coastal small-town ease with dog-friendly paths, markets, beaches, and mild weather. People love the friendly feel, walkability, beaches, parks, and quick 10–15 minute drives. They dislike heavy Santa Cruz traffic, some homelessness, noise, and few big-box options.
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Average Rent Trends in Watsonville, CA
Rent in Watsonville, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $3,085 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,300 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,350 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,300 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,250 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,150 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,200 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,295 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,200 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,350 |
| May 2026 | $3,200 |
| Jun 2026 | $3,200 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,295 | $3,140 | $3,995 | $4,450 | $3,100 |
| Townhomes | — | $3,889 | $4,017 | $3,200 | $3,889 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,295 | $2,950 | $3,650 | $4,000 | $2,395 |
| Houses | $2,150 | $2,700 | $3,995 | $4,450 | $3,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Watsonville, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Watsonville, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Watsonville, CA is $2,696 per month. This is about 38% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Watsonville, CA?The average rent of a house in Watsonville, CA is $3,800 per month. This is about 95% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Watsonville, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Watsonville, CA is $3,889 per month. This is about 99% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Watsonville, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Watsonville, CA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $2,950 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Watsonville, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Watsonville, CA was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $3,350 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Watsonville, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Watsonville, CA is $2,295 per month. That is about $345 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Watsonville, CA?There are 58 available rental listings in Watsonville, CA.
- What are some zip codes in Watsonville, CA?
- What are some cities near Watsonville, CA?Some nearby cities include: Aromas, Moss Landing, Aptos, Castroville, Capitola. These cities may have more rental options to explore.