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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now805 Mount Auburn St
805 Mount Auburn StWatertown, MA 02472
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245 Main St, Unit 55
245 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
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Riverside Apartments, 8-20
8-20 Riverside StWatertown, MA 02472
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78-86 Prentiss St
78-86 Prentiss StWatertown, MA 02472
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1729 Commonwealth Ave
1729 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01, Unit 01
7 Portina RdBoston, MA 02135
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163 Belmont St, Unit Room, Unit Room
163 Belmont StBelmont, MA 02478
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$1,150
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47 Rice St, Unit 1, Unit 1
47 Rice StCambridge, MA 02140
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Studio Apartments Available NowAdams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term
94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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$1,3251 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
18 Greylock Rd, Unit Unit 3
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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18 Greylock Rd, Unit Unit 3
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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79 Harvey St, Unit 2
79 Harvey StCambridge, MA 02140
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18 Greylock Rd, Unit Unit 3
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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Vinal Street Apartments
10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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736 Washington St
736 Washington StBrookline, MA 02446
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186 Lexington St, Unit 9, Unit 9
186 Lexington StWaltham, MA 02452
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12 Nonantum StBoston, MA 02135
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22 Armington St, Unit 25, Unit 25
22 Armington StBoston, MA 02134
20 Radcliffe Rd
BostonMA02134
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28 Braemore Rd
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10-12-12 Maple St
WalthamMA02453
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8 Commonwealth Ct, Unit 12
8 Commonwealth CtBoston, MA 02135
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99 Warren St
99 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
13 Nonantum Pl
NewtonMA02458
25 Forest St
CambridgeMA02140
69 Quint Ave
BostonMA02134
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15 Higgins St
15 Higgins StBoston, MA 02134
76 Euston Rd
BostonMA02135
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153 Brighton Ave, Unit 15
153 Brighton AveBoston, MA 02134
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1683 Beacon St, Unit #1G, Unit #1G
1683 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02445
1411 Commonwealth Ave
AllstonMA02134
113 Nottinghill Rd
BostonMA02135
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164 North Beacon St, Unit 1, Unit 1
164 North Beacon StBoston, MA 02135
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17 Price Rd
17 Price RdBoston, MA 02134
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$1,810
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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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582 Cambridge St
582 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02134
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116 Warren St
116 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Now27 Saint Lukes Rd
27 Saint Lukes RdAllston, MA 02134
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Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Now35 Orkney Rd
35 Orkney RdBoston, MA 02135
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75 Euston Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4
75 Euston RdBoston, MA 02135
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1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A, Unit A
1120 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02134
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177 Thorndike St
177 Thorndike StBrookline, MA 02446
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69 Harvard Ave, Unit 1
69 Harvard AveBoston, MA 02134
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592 Cambridge St
592 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02134
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1246 Commonwealth AveAllston, MA 02134
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193 Strathmore Rd
193 Strathmore RdBoston, MA 02135
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1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12, Unit 12
1440 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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15 Walbridge St, Unit 4, Unit 4
15 Walbridge StBoston, MA 02134
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230 Babcock St
230 Babcock StBrookline, MA 02446
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watertown?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Watertown Studio Apartments | $2,449 | $1,175 | $6,992 |
| Cheap Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,528 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,054 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,895 | $1,996 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,084 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,162 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Watertown, MA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Watertown, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Watertown Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Watertown West End | $3,550 | $2,000 | 100 |
Cheapest Available Watertown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Watertown, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term in the Nonantum neighborhood priced from $1,175. Vinal Street Apartments in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watertown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Vinal Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $0.03 price per square foot 21 Gibbs St Model at 21 Gibbs St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 15 Higgins St Model at 15 Higgins St starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watertown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Gibbs St, Unit 2 | 21 Gibbs St | 3BR,2BA | $0.03 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 1683 Beacon St, Unit #1G | 1683 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 90 Brainerd Rd | 90 Brainerd Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 67 Gordon St | 67 Gordon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 166 Kelton St | 166 Kelton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 49 Winship St | 49 Winship St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 28 Sidlaw Rd, Unit 6 | 28 Sidlaw Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
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If you are looking for a beautiful place to live and work, you may want to consider moving to Watertown, Massachusetts. This is a city that is located in Middlesex County. A part of the Greater Boston area, it is known for its friendly people, delicious food, and gorgeous weather. If you are looking for Watertown apartments, it is important to learn more about this area. What do you need to know if you are considering moving to apartments in Watertown, Massachusetts?á
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watertown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watertown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watertown is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment is $1,900 at 27 Saint Lukes Rd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watertown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watertown is starting from $2,300 at Silver Lake Apartments.
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