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Rental Market Trends in Watsonville, CA

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Watsonville, CA is $1,663/month.

Rent in Watsonville is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,663/month

Average Rent

678 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.9%

Change / Year

21

Available Apartments

Watsonville rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Watsonville average $1,510 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Watsonville average $1,663 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Watsonville average $2,094 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Watsonville average $2,375 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,510/month
451 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,663/month
678 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,094/month
847 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,375/month
883 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,330/month
1,393 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Watsonville, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.9%, which averages out to $15 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Watsonville, CA

August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Watsonville, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
38% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Watsonville, CA?

Because the average rent in Watsonville is $1,663, you’ll want to make about $5,543 per month or $66,516 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Watsonville, CA

21 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Watsonville, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Watsonville, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Watsonville We Think You'll Love

Gonda Street Apartments

Gonda Street Apartments

113-119 Gonda St,
Watsonville, CA 95076

3 Beds | $3,000

103 E Beach St

103 E Beach St

103 E Beach St,
Watsonville, CA 95076

Studio | $1,000 - $1,500

344 Pennsylvania Dr

344 Pennsylvania Dr

344 Pennsylvania Dr,
Watsonville, CA 95076

2 Beds | $3,350

2967 Freedom Blvd

2967 Freedom Blvd

2967 Freedom Blvd,
Watsonville, CA 95076

2 Beds | $3,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Watsonville?

The average rent in Watsonville is $1,663 per month, which is roughly the same as the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Watsonville?

The average rent for a house in Watsonville, CA is $4,330 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Watsonville?

Rents in Watsonville, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.9% year-over-year and $15 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Watsonville?

In Watsonville, CA, 38% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Watsonville Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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