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- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $2,805–$5,895Rent Pricing
- 593–1,214Square Feet
Rent Specials
Move in by 7/7 and receive one month FREE! Offer available on select units, minimum 10-month lease term. Leasing terms and conditions apply. See a leasing consultant for details.
About The Merc
At the Merc, our architecture and design are a reminder of the historic character of downtown Waltham, while also providing exciting, modern, energy-efficient, sustainable living. We're pleased to offer a robust amenity package, including a 24-hour fitness center with TechnoGym and Peloton equipment, outdoor gathering spaces with state of the art grills and fire pit, clubroom and lounge space for gathering with friends and neighbors, individual and group workspaces, and much more. The ground floor shops further enhance the neighborhood and living experience of residents.
The Merc is located in the Bank Square Neighborhood and 02453 Zip code of Waltham, MA. This community is professionally managed by Northland
Unique Features and Amenities
- 24-hour Fully Equipped Fitness Center
- Access Controlled Community
- Air Conditioner
- Balcony*
- Billiard Room
- Cable/satellite
- Ceramic TIle Bathroom Floors
- Close to Bentley University & Brandeis University
- Clubroom with Catering Kitchen
- Corporate Short Furnished Homes
- Corporate Short Furnished Units
- Dog Wash Room
- Dry Cleaning Pickup and Drop-off
- Electric Car Charging (See Office for Details)
- Energy Star Appliances
- European style cabinetry
- Expansive windows
- Expansive windows*
- Extra Storage Available
- Full Size Washer/ Dryer
- Heat
- Individual & Group Workspaces
- Individual Climate Control
- Interior Bike Storage
- Juliet Balconies*
- Lounge with Fireplace
- Low VOC Paints, Carpets & Flooring
- Low-Flow Plumbing Fixtures
- Minutes from Mass Pike and Route 128
- Mosaic tile kitchen backsplash
- Newly Renovated Select Units
- On Call Maintenance
- On Site Management
- Online Payments Available
- On-site Zipcars
- Open-concept Kitchen
- Other
- Patio Area with Fire Pit
- Peloton Bikes
- Private Yoga/Spinning/Exercise Studio
- RESERVED PARKING AVAILABLE
- Resident events
- Secure Package Room with Package Service
- Sky Deck with Views of Downtown Boston
- Smart home Technology Package
- Smoke Free Community
- Spacious Closets
- Stainless Steel Appliance Package
- State-of-the-art outdoor grills
- Steps from the Commuter Rail
- Tiled Baths & Showers
- Tire Inflation Station
- TRX Suspension Training Zone
- TV Lounge
- USB outlets in kitchen
- Vehicle Vacuum Station
- Vinyl Hardwood Floor in Select Homes
- Vinyl Hardwood Floor in Select Units
- Washer
- Wheelchair Access
- White Quartz Countertops
- Wide Plank Kitchen Floors
- Wifi in all common areas
Property Contact Info
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
The Merc offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,805 and having 593–1,214 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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From $2,845
Studio-B-Balcony
Studio, 1 Bath, 593 sq ftAvailable Jul 29Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos $2,845 July 29, 2025 C507 593 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- From $2,845
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- $2,845 - $4,250
Apartment Model: Studio-B-BalconyFrom $2,845Studio, 1 Bath, 593 sq ftAvailable July 29, 2025![]()
Studio-B-Balcony - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: C507Apartment Model: Studio-B-BalconyFrom $2,845Studio, 1 Bath, 593 sq ftAvailable July 29, 2025![]()
Unit: C507 - Image 1 1 Bedroom
From $2,805
1BR-Accessible
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 722-723 sq ftCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos View Details $2,835 Available Now B217 723 $2,805 June 24, 2025 B507 722 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- $2,805 - $5,110
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- $2,805 - $5,110
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- From $2,835
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- $2,805 - $5,110
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- From $2,805
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- $2,805 - $5,110
Apartment Model: 1BR-AccessibleFrom $2,8051 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 722-723 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1BR-Accessible - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: B217Apartment Model: 1BR-AccessibleFrom $2,8351 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 723 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Unit: B217 - Image 1 Apartment Unit: B507Apartment Model: 1BR-AccessibleFrom $2,8051 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 722 sq ftAvailable June 24, 2025![]()
Unit: B507 - Image 1 From $2,860
1BR-C
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 797 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos $2,860 Available Now A407 797 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- From $2,860
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- $2,860 - $4,630
Apartment Model: 1BR-CFrom $2,8601 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 797 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1BR-C - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: A407Apartment Model: 1BR-CFrom $2,8601 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 797 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Unit: A407 - Image 1 From $2,880
1BR-Standard
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 751 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos $2,880 Available Now C411 751 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- From $2,880
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- $2,880 - $4,655
Apartment Model: 1BR-StandardFrom $2,8801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 751 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1BR-Standard - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: C411Apartment Model: 1BR-StandardFrom $2,8801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 751 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Unit: C411 - Image 1 From $2,885
1BR-H
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 723 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos $2,885 Available Now B317 723 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- From $2,885
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- $2,885 - $4,660
Apartment Model: 1BR-HFrom $2,8851 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 723 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1BR-H - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: B317Apartment Model: 1BR-HFrom $2,8851 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 723 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Unit: B317 - Image 1 From $2,870
1 Bedroom A
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable Jun 23Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,870 June 23, 2025 A414 762 $2,895 June 23, 2025 B307 762 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- $2,870 - $5,210
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- $2,870 - $5,210
Unit A414 Rent and Fees
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- From $2,870
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- $2,870 - $5,210
Unit B307 Rent and Fees
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- From $2,895
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- $2,870 - $5,210
Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom AFrom $2,8701 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable June 23, 2025![]()
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1 Bedroom A - Floorplan 4 Apartment Unit: A414Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom AFrom $2,8701 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable June 23, 2025Apartment Unit: B307Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom AFrom $2,8951 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable June 23, 20252 Bedrooms
From $3,535
2BR-B
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1082 sq ftCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,535 Available Now C104 1082 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unit C104 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,535
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- $3,535 - $5,510
Apartment Model: 2BR-BFrom $3,5352 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1082 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2BR-B - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: C104Apartment Model: 2BR-BFrom $3,5352 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1082 sq ftAvailable NowFrom $3,650
2BR-D
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 916 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,650 Available Now C303 916 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unit C303 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,650
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- $3,650 - $5,640
Apartment Model: 2BR-DFrom $3,6502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 916 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2BR-D - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: C303Apartment Model: 2BR-DFrom $3,6502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 916 sq ftAvailable NowFrom $3,695
2BR-B-Balcony
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 865 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $3,695 Available Now 2BR-B-Balcony 865 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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Price Range
- $3,695 - $5,540
Apartment Model: 2BR-B-BalconyFrom $3,6952 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 865 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2BR-B-Balcony - Floorplan 1 From $3,725
2BR-Corner-C
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1141-1156 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,730 Available Now A423 1156 $3,725 Available Now A302 1141 $3,740 Available Now C201 1142 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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Price Range
- $3,725 - $5,725
Rent Pricing
- $3,725 - $5,725
Unit A423 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,730
Model Rent and Fees
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- $3,725 - $5,725
Unit A302 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,725
Model Rent and Fees
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- $3,725 - $5,725
Unit C201 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,740
Model Rent and Fees
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- $3,725 - $5,725
Apartment Model: 2BR-Corner-CFrom $3,7252 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1141-1156 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2BR-Corner-C - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: A423Apartment Model: 2BR-Corner-CFrom $3,7302 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1156 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: A302Apartment Model: 2BR-Corner-CFrom $3,7252 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1141 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: C201Apartment Model: 2BR-Corner-CFrom $3,7402 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1142 sq ftAvailable NowFrom $3,760
2BR-Corner-A
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1214 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,760 Available Now A324 1214 $3,885 Available Now A424 1214 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Rent and Fees
Price Range
- $3,760 - $5,895
Rent Pricing
- $3,760 - $5,895
Unit A324 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,760
Model Rent and Fees
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- $3,760 - $5,895
Unit A424 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,885
Model Rent and Fees
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- $3,760 - $5,895
Apartment Model: 2BR-Corner-AFrom $3,7602 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1214 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2BR-Corner-A - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: A324Apartment Model: 2BR-Corner-AFrom $3,7602 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1214 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: A424Apartment Model: 2BR-Corner-AFrom $3,8852 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1214 sq ftAvailable NowFrom $3,635
2BR-F
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 921 sq ftAvailable Jul 11Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,635 July 11, 2025 B204 921 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unit B204 Rent and Fees
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- From $3,635
Model Rent and Fees
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- $3,635 - $5,475
Apartment Model: 2BR-FFrom $3,6352 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 921 sq ftAvailable July 11, 2025![]()
2BR-F - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: B204Apartment Model: 2BR-FFrom $3,6352 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 921 sq ftAvailable July 11, 2025
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Property Information
- 269 Units
- 5 Stories
- Built in 2015
- Furnished
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Lease Terms
- 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
Pet Policy - Cats and Dogs
- $65 Monthly Pet Rent
- 3 Pet Limit
- Breed Restrictions apply
Parking Fees & Info
Parking Other
- Underground Assigned & Unassigned Parking Available.
Fee & Deposit Info
One-Time Fees
- $100 Application Fee
Matterport 3D Tours
Lobby
Fitness Center
Lounge & Kitchen
Library
1BR, 1BA - 751SF
1BR, 1BA - 716 SF
Features and Amenities
On-Site Services
- Package Service
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Car Charging Station
Community Features
- Lounge
- Business Center
- Elevator
Outdoor Features
- Grill
- Patio
- Deck
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
Interior Features
- Balcony
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Wi Fi
- Smoke Free
Kitchen Amenities
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
- Office
- Carpet
- Hardwood Floors
Map
45 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453
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- Medical
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Hours and Contact Info
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Currently Closed
By Appointment
| Monday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 12:00 pm–5:00 pm |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Merc
Where is The Merc located?
The Merc is located at 45 Moody St near the Bank Square area of Waltham, MA
What is the current rent range at The Merc?
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Merc currently range from $2,805 to $5,895
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for The Merc are
- Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sunday 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Are pets allowed?
Yes. Pets are allowed at The Merc. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at The Merc is: Move in by 7/7 and receive one month FREE! Offer available on select units, minimum 10-month lease term. Leasing terms and conditions apply. See a leasing consultant for details..
Lifestyle Ratings
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Gym is only good thing about it
April 4, 2025Northland really shouldn’t be running apartments. The absolute worst landlords I’ve ever had. Common areas are a mess, the students don’t know how to live in apartments. Living near the common isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.Review from Apartments.com
Great Find
February 7, 2021I recently retired and moved to the area to be close to relatives. The MERC, in a great walking area was a terrific find. From the leasing staff to all involved in maintenance the service has been excellent. I look forward to the social events I've read about and to enjoying the outdoor areas in the Spring.Property Manager Responded
February 13, 2021The entire Merc Team wants to thank you for taking the time to reflect on your positive experience in your new home at our community. We are all proud of our many wonderful amenities, outstanding track record for providing great service, and our apartments that you love calling home. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any additional questions or needs. Thanks again and once again welcome home! Sincerely, Jeffrey Community Manager
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Bad experience- don’t make my mistake
June 16, 2020After one year management hiked my rent over $200 and repeatedly said that’s the best they could do. Then, they listed the exact same apartment right below me for $250 less. Very painful experience to stay here and feel totally used every day. Wish I could give less than 1 star.Property Manager Responded
June 24, 2020Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback and a rating for your home. We take all comments and reviews very seriously and want to make sure you know you are being heard. The entire Team is committed to providing a positive apartment living experience with extraordinary service, amazing amenities, and that we are competitively priced for all floor plans. We value you and all our residents and are deeply sorry to see that you have had an unfavorable impression regarding your renewal. If you would like to discuss anything further, that we have not already covered in our previous conversation, please feel free to reach out to me directly. Best regards, Jeffrey Community Manager
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Looks very modern and nice but lacking everything else....
August 20, 2018The Merc looks very modern and nice but lacks in everything else. It is noisy most of the time and their leasing & maintenance staff are sooooooooo rude and not helpful at all. They do not respect people's times and work orders are considered to be "favors."Property Manager Responded
September 14, 2018Dear Nathan - We're very sorry to hear that you are unhappy with our team. We would like to improve your experience. Please stop by the office or give us a call at 781-902-8999 so we can discuss how to make sure you love living at The Merc.
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Great place to live where you want more than just an apartment to live in. Great people and many opputunies
February 22, 2018I have lived at the Mercy at Moody and Main for almost a year..The apartments are very modern and brand new. There is a great sense of community here.People are friendly and more than willing to engage in conversations. There are monthly events to meet other residents and have a great time.The maintenance crew are very attentive to fixing any problem you have in a very timely enough manner. There is always someone on call.I call that a luxury in comparison to where I lived before. There is so ...much security in living here which makes me feel safe and secure.I do not have to worry about strangers wandering the halls.The security the elevators is phenomenal.Not just anyone can get to your floor.That is very reassuring. I never hear dogs barking because of great insulation between the walls. They are always on leashes and very friendly. I enjoy seeing them. The leasing office is more than one can ask for. They know you by name and go out of their way to help in anyway possible.I always feel welcome there and all my concerns are always answered fully in a professional manner. They take note if you are not around and ask if everything is okay.Their priority is their residents and issues that may be cause for concern. I understand the parking situation because it is clearly stated. There were no surprises about that and and don't see it as a deterrent as to living here at the Merc. Furthermore I do not think it is a decision made by the Merc. There are ways around it. Grilling in the summer is always fun and the fitness room is great. The halls are always vacuumed and looking new. Residents take pride in the Merc and so does the leasing office.It is nice to have the common areas and socializing is up the residents not the Merc. You can ask a neighbor to go down and watch TV.It is up to you.You need to take the initiative and should not be seen as a negative to living here. They do plan events monthly to meet new people and get a bite to eat.There a a real sense of community and that is evident to me. I feel fortunate to be able to live here and suggest others to look at it as a option when looking for an apartment.Property Manager Responded
February 23, 2018Dear Merc Resident, We want to thank you very much for taking the time to give our community in Waltham, Massachusetts such a positive rating and all the wonderful comments! We are very proud of our new community and all it has to offer! The entire Merc Team works hard to ensure a positive apartment living experience for all our residents. We certainly appreciate you as our resident. Please let us know if you have any questions or needs anytime. Best Regards Peg Barrows Regional Manager
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Ok, but inconventint to live at
February 17, 2018The Merc is modern, but very inconvenient to live at. There is no guest parking and they only built enough underground spots to provide 1 spot per unit regardless of the number of bedrooms. Sometimes they'll offer additional spots at $200 - $300 additional per month. They will blame "Boston Pricing", but this is not Boston. Most of the local "luxury apartments in the area provide free onsite/uncovered parking for all resident vehicles and guests. Be prepared to have constant fear of being towed ...at $175/tow when parked on the surface lot even during appropriate times. The place allows most dogs, but besides having a dog wash room it's not super dog friendly. There's virtually no grass for them to walk on and there not allowed really anywhere besides inside apartment units. The amenities besides the gym close super early and the security guard will kick you out of the amenity areas past 10pm. The grills are constantly broken and take forever to fix. This place has potential to improve, but the contracts with the "commercial tenants" ensure they get preferential treatment towards parking. Compared to other similar places, the Merc isn't a very good place to meet neighbors. Nobody really hangs out in any of the common areas. In regards to the inside of the apartments they're decent, but not great. There's nicer places for similar money. The floor plan in most units isn't ideal, as there is no real separation between the living rooms and kitchens. The appliances are decent and hardwood floor in the kitchen are decent but not top notch. The bedroom closests don't have door which can be a little annoying if you have pets or guests over. The apartments run extremely hot 365 days a year, so you'll likely need to run the A/C year round. Apartments in all buildings will maintain 75 degrees with the heat off. The rooms also heat unevenly, so some rooms will be much hotter than others. The best and only reason to live and the Merc is if you want to live right on Moody Street.Property Manager Responded
February 21, 2018Dear MERC Resident, We appreciate the feedback regarding your views on living at The MERC on the corner of Moody and Main Street in Waltham. We apologize you feel the community is not convenient for you. We take extreme pride to make each resident experience a positive one. I would be happy to direct you to the parking area for your guest. I know several of the resident love taking their dog across the street to the beautiful common with plenty of grass to run and play. We do include one parking spot in the rent and yes we do charge additional for a second spot which we believe is very competitive in Waltham/Watertown area. Our goal is to provide resident activity events monthly and I hope you have had an opportunity to attend one of the events. If you would like to sit down to discuss any of your additional concerns, I would be more than happy to meet with you. Thank you for your residency at The MERC. Best Regards, Peg Barrows Director of Sales and Operations
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Nearby Schools
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
Waltham
75 Church Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (595 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
William F. Stanley Elementary School
Waltham
250 South Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (383 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
Waltham Sr High
Waltham
617 Lexington Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1751 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from The Merc.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
21 Main St
4 minute drive / 1.62 miles away
Costco
71 Second Ave
4 minute drive / 1.63 miles away
Michaels
201 Needham St
10 minute drive / 4.93 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Stop & Shop
700 Pleasant St
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away
Whole Foods
647 Washington St
5 minute drive / 2.71 miles away
Hospitals
Walden Behavioral Care
9 Hope Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away
Mclean Hospital Corporation
115 Mill Street
5 minute drive / 2.47 miles away
Newton - Wellesley Hospital
2014 Washington Street
7 minute drive / 3.31 miles away
Military Bases
12 minute drive / 5.77 miles away
18 minute drive / 8.68 miles away
20 minute drive / 9.67 miles away
Parks and Recreation
The Merc has 5 parks within 9.2 miles, including Minute Man National Historical Park, Fenway Park, Arnold Arboretum, The Boston Public Garden, and Freedom Trail.
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
The Merc has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.
Transit Stations
11 minute drive / 5.56 miles away
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Studio Apartments | $2,858 | $1,100 | $7,631 |
| Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,226 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,731 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,305 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,344 | $1,100 | $7,250 |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,791 | $1,125 | $7,500 |
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