438 Watson St, Davidson, NC 28036
FOR RENT

$1,900/mo

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,177 sqft

438 Watson St, Davidson, NC 28036

Cost and fees breakdown
Price may not include required fees and charges.

Home Highlights

Apartment
No Pets
Dishwasher
Washer, Dryer
Forced Air, Fireplace & Central Air
$1,900 deposit

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 438 Watson St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Dishwasher included
Steps away from Davidson College, Brick House Tavern, Downtown, Shops & Restaurants, You Wont Find A Better Location Than This! Building Is Equipped With An Elevator. This Unit Has Primarily Been A Rental Property To College Students. There Are A Mixture Of Students And Owner Occupants That Live In The Complex Now. People Literally Hunt The Rental Units In This Building! Property Just Became Available as Summer Students Recently Vacated.

*SHORTEST OFF-CAMPUS WALK TO DAVIDSON COLLEGE - BE AT YOUR MORNING CLASS IN A FEW MINUTES.
*PERFECT SETUP FOR 3 ROOMMATES.
*ESSENTIALLY A ALMOST A SHARED PARKING LOT WITH THE BRICKHOUSE TAVERN AND THE HURT HUB AT DAVIDSON.
 *QUICK, EASY WALK TO THE VILLAGE & THE NEWLY RENOVATED SADLER SQUARE WITH EXCITING NEW TENANTS TO INCLUDE HARRIETS HAMBURERS, SEEMINGLY OVERZEALOUS ICE CREAM, COPAIN BAKERY, & MORE.
*NICE EVENING WALK TO DOWNTOWN DAVIDSON'S MANY RESTAURANTS, BOUTIQUES, AND THE POPULAR KING CANARY BREWERY.
*WATER, SEWER & TRASH INCLUDED IN THE RENT.
*ENJOY YOUR BALCONY IN THE EVENING.
*WASHER/DRYER, STOVE, REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER, DISHWASHER INCLUDED
*AVAILABLE NOW.
*UNIT RECENTLY VACATED.

Owner pays for water, sewage, & trash.
Lease: Mid Aug 2026 - Mid May 2027
No smoking property.
Building tenancy is primarily Davidson College students.
Relatively small building consisting of 13-16 units.

Details for 438 Watson St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Fireplace, Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 monthDeposit: $1,900

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Policies and fees

Pet policy

Dogs
Not allowed
Cats
Not allowed
Report this Listing

Nearby homes

Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Rental Market Trends in Davidson

Last updated Oct 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,947/mo
Average rent
$2.46K
$295MoM
Available listings
54
View rental market trends in Davidson, NC

Around this home

What Locals Say about Davidson

This October

Trick-or-Treat Score

Built from what locals say about this neighborhood.
  • 83% say there are sidewalks
  • 81% say there's holiday spirit
  • 60% say neighbors are friendly
Trulia Trick or TreatStart Ghost Hunt
At least 67 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say it's quiet

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say there are community events

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Lots of open space for digs to run and play."
    0
    Flag
  • Stefanie B.
    "Very safe and friendly. Everyone has dogs and are always out walking them. I love this area. I won’t be leaving it anytime soon. "
    0
    Flag
  • Smhudson20
    "Davidson has a small town feel and has a college, but it is near Charlotte and Lake Norman. There are nice parks, tennis courts, walking paths, theater, disc golf, movie theaters, good schools and great restaurants . I recommend it as a great place to live for people of all ages."
    0
    Flag
  • Kendra H.
    "It feels very safe and very relaxed. Old soda shops and historic buildings make for a nice feel. Everyone is very friendly and the crime rate is close to 0."
    0
    Flag
  • Ray.jennifer
    "I’m new to the area so I don’t know what they should know other than I think it’s a safe area. The crime rate is very low."
    0
    Flag
  • Cip M.
    "Christmas Parade ... And pretty much that’s it. A bunch of snob old sour people that nothing make them happy! Stay away from this area! "
    0
    Flag
  • Jeff B. A. V. S.
    "We just moved here so we are still discovering what the area is like. It is very quaint, though, and extremely convenient to all sorts of needs/interests. We’re looking forward to checking out the local restaurants, farmers market, and the free concerts on the town green. The library is cute but could use an expanded section for young readers (8-16 age group). Love that the whole town is mostly centered on a small downtown area and very walkable. "
    0
    Flag
  • Rob N.
    "Friendly people. Festive, respectful community. Folks take pride in their homes. Lots of fun right here and a short drive to everywhere! "
    0
    Flag
  • Evansh1
    "I moved from Ohio blindly to Davidson. I lucked out picking a saw area. But renting an apartment in this area and the surrounding areas is so much more expensive than Ohio. I am in no position to buy a home so I feel stuck. "
    0
    Flag
  • DeerHunter
    "Beautiful neighborhood, tree-lined and quiet - great for family or empty nesters OR seniors.... Great for walks with the family, well kept, VERY safe."
    0
    Flag
  • Joy C.
    "Davidson is a beautiful town. It may be a college town, but it's quiet and charming. Davidson is also a great place for families with access to excellent public schools. "
    7
    Flag
  • Patricia C.
    "Davidson is a family friendly little town, about 15 miles north of Charlotte. Most of neighborhoods are walking distance from the charming downtown, where there are restaurants and stores and concerts and Farmers' Market from Spring to Fall. "
    2
    Flag
  • Elaine S.
    "This is a beautiful, safe neighborhood with many different housing types and therefore a variety of ages. We are assigned to Davidson Elementary. Lots of social activities and amenities. Our neighborhood trail connects to the Carolina Thread Trail thought the West Branch Nature Preserve. You can walk all the way to downtown Davidson! Grocery, drug store, fitness are just one mile away at Renaissance Square. About 5 miles to Northcross Shopping Center. We are in between I-77 and I-85 so you can choose."
    0
    Flag
  • Carole K.
    "Davidson is a wonderful family/college town with restaurants, shops, convenient location. The center of Davidson revolves around Main Street, where there is a library, town hall, coffee shop, restaurants and the Town Green, scene of many family activities inclu.ding the Concerts on the Green during the summer"
    3
    Flag
  • Bowdenj131
    "Amazing historic community with the lovely Davidson College for a backdrop. Walk the paths through Davidson and hear the tower clock chime on the hour and half hour. Grab a coffee at Summit and sit outdoors for a free concert and wonderful meal. Davidson has it all and even more that a small town can offer. "
    3
    Flag

Local Legal Protections

LGBTQ • Source of Income

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 13, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,900
Mar 5, 2018
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3358645
Sold
$180,000
Feb 19, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$175,000
Jan 16, 2007
Source: N/A
Sold
$170,000

Frequently asked questions about 438 Watson St

  • What income do you need to rent 438 Watson St?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $70K per year to rent 438 Watson St in Davidson, NC at $1,900/mo.
  • What's the average rent in Davidson?
    The average rent in Davidson is $2,455 per month.
  • How does the rent for 438 Watson St compare to similar 3-bedroom apartments in Davidson?
    438 Watson St in Davidson, NC rents about 24% below the area average for 3-bedroom apartments in Davidson ($2,493/mo).
  • What do residents say about Davidson?
    Residents describe Davidson, NC as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See apartments for rent in Davidson, NC.
  • Does 438 Watson St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 438 Watson St in Davidson, NC has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 438 Watson St have parking?
    Yes, 438 Watson St in Davidson, NC has on-site parking.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$68,400 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

New Rentals Nearby

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

22 pet-friendly rentals in Davidson, NC

Explore by feature - Garage

18 rentals with a garage in Davidson, NC

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

36 rentals with air conditioning in Davidson, NC

Explore by feature - Pool

15 homes with a pool in Davidson, NC

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

42 rentals with a washer/dryer in Davidson, NC

Explore by feature - Outdoor Space

8 rentals with an outdoor space in Davidson, NC
438 Watson St, Davidson, NC is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,177 sqft apartment. 438 Watson St was listed for rent for $1,900/month on Jul 13, 2026.