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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • New Construction
  • Pet Friendly

Location

425 Watson Pky N, Guelph, ON N1E 0T9, CAN|Grange Hill East
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Property Overview

The Watson Residences earns strong marks overall, with a high expert rating, excellent price and amenity scores, and a convenient location that adds to its appeal. It also stands out for its value for money, extensive photo gallery, and pet-friendly outdoor spaces, while offering a verified level of quality and trustworthy property details.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
The Watson Residences is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1-Bedroom1 bed1 bath616 sqft$1,981 /mo1 unit available
2-Bedroom2 bed1 bath1,073 sqft$2,384 /mo1 unit available
2-Bedroom + Den2 bed2 bath1,153 sqft$2,459 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Watson Residences

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCentral Heat
Ensuite BathroomHigh-End Finish Throughout
PatioUtilities Included
Vinyl Plank FloorsWalk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherDishwasher Available
FridgeIn-Unit Laundry
Individual ThermostatsMicrowave
Stainless Steel AppliancesStove
Washer In-Suite

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Controlled AccessDogs OK
ElevatorEV Charging
Fitness CenterNo Smoking Allowed
Onsite LaundryRecreation Room
Resident LoungeResidents Lounge

Grounds

Exercise RoomGarage Parking
Outdoor SpaceShared Children's Playground
Storage

Services

On-Site Management

Neighborhood

Close to TransitConvenience Store
Parks Nearby
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Covered Lot

Garage Lot

Surface Lot

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built2024
Lease terms12 months
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About The Watson Residences

HomeApartments in GuelphGrange Hill East The Watson Residences

Brand New Studio, 1, 2 & 3 Bed Rental Apartments in Guelph Over 90% Leased - Don't Miss Your Chance! FREE Rent Until Oct 1st & FREE Utilities for a Year & Ask About Our Special Offer!* *Please check the details of the Net Effective Rent on the website: [https www thewatsonresidences com ](https www thewatsonresidences com ) Discover the inviting, walkable neighbourhood on the lush green edge of Guelph at The Watson! The Watson Residences offer spacious studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments, as well as 1, 2 & 3-bedroom dens, in the charming community of Guelph. These rental homes seamlessly blend tranquillity with convenience. Enjoy open-concept living featuring upscale finishes, spacious layouts, and private outdoor patios or balconies. Relax with nearby trails or dive into the vibrant city life. The Watson is perfect for growing families, students seeking room rentals near the University of Guelph, and anyone looking for spacious, thoughtfully designed housing in Guelph. Elevate your lifestyle with condo-style amenities, including a fitness center, pet spa, social room, outdoor BBQ area, and playground, all in a welcoming community setting. Contact us today to book a tour! Suite Features - Sleek vinyl flooring - Upscale finishes - Private balconies and patios - Full-size stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher) - Quartz countertops - In-suite laundry - Open-concept layouts - Built-in closet organizers - Spacious bathrooms - SMART thermostats Building Features - Fully equipped gym - Outdoor resting area - Dog run - Social lounge with kitchenette - Bike storage - EV chargers *Terms & Conditions Apply This property is professionally managed by Kipling Property Management Firm. The Watson is surrounded by modern amenities, including transit, community centres, restaurants, schools, and much more. It’s the perfect place to experience both nature and city life. From your home at The Watson, nature is your next-door neighbor. Just steps from Grange Park and Pollinator Park, you’ll have hundreds of acres of greenspace to explore.


Year Built: 2024

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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.0
/10
Excellent
The Watson Residences is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The Watson Residences
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Watson Residences offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Watson Residences stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Watson Residences is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The Watson Residences to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Watson Residences is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Watson Residences compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Grange Hill East

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% lower than 1-bedrooms in Grange Hill East.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Watson Residences to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Grange Hill East.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Grange Hill East
Guelph
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Guelph
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,078
September 2024$2,047
October 2024$2,025
November 2024$2,025
December 2024$2,023
January 2025$2,008
February 2025$2,038
March 2025$2,008
April 2025$1,990
May 2025$1,936
June 2025$1,942
July 2025$1,971
August 2025$2,009
September 2025$2,001
October 2025$1,986
November 2025$1,965
December 2025$1,974
January 2026$1,976
February 2026$1,969
March 2026$1,889
April 2026$1,902
May 2026$1,879
June 2026$1,865
July 2026$1,900
August 2026$1,930
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Grange Hill East
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$2,389
March 2025$2,385
April 2025$2,379
June 2025$2,099
July 2025$2,381
August 2025$2,393
September 2025$2,399
October 2025$2,399
November 2025$2,355
December 2025$2,262
January 2026$2,319
February 2026$2,388
March 2026$2,399
April 2026$2,336
May 2026$2,299
June 2026$2,284
July 2026$2,296
August 2026$2,265

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 425 Watson Pky N?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$79,240/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,240 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,981.
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Getting around Guelph near 425 Watson Pky N

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 425 Watson Pky N, Guelph

Groceries

0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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