
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA from $950 (145 Rentals)
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13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street

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805 Mount Auburn St

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39 Dartmouth St, Unit 1

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78-86 Prentiss St

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46 Park Vale Ave, Unit 1

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539 Washington St, Unit 2

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17 Bentley St, Unit 2

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7 Elmira St, Unit Bedroom 1
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56 Park Vale Ave

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541 Washington St, Unit 3

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113 Lanark Rd, Unit 1

22 Highgate St, Unit 22

29 Mt Pleasant St

22 Highgate St, Unit 22

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18 Glenville Ave

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Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term

22 Highgate St, Unit 22

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1050 Commonwealth Ave
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59 Strathmore Rd

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

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7 Denby Rd

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27 Linden St, Unit 27 Liden Street Apartment 1 Allston

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14 Duval St, Unit A

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736 Washington St

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222 Winchester St, Unit #2

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541 Washington St, Unit Top Floor Three-Bedroom

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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17 Harvard Ter, Unit 3
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1000 Memorial

31 Seattle St, Unit B

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Hew at 1515

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Frost Terrace

8 Exchange St

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15 Higgins St

11 Derby St

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566 Washington St, Unit 14

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141 Englewood, Unit 2

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142 North Beacon St
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140 North Beacon St

20A Day St

28 Academy Hill Rd

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18 Saint Lukes Rd

10 Armington St, Unit 7

107 Gordon St, Unit 7

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1504 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 9

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27 Saint Lukes Rd

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44 Orkney Rd

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35 Orkney Rd
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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 | $2,574 | $1,200 | $9,431 |
| Cheap Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,937 | $950 | $9,077 |
| Cheap Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,874 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,593 | $950 | $9,900 |
| Watertown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,809 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,167 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Watertown, MA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Watertown, MA area range in price from $950 to $11,004 with an overall median price of $3,043. 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 | $3,043 | $950 | 119 |
Cheapest Available 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 | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $0.19 price per square foot 8 Sawyer Ter Model at 8 Sawyer Ter, Unit 1 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 141 Englewood Model at 141 Englewood, Unit 2 starting at $1,800 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill 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. |
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| 8 Sawyer Ter, Unit 1 | 8 Sawyer Ter | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 141 Englewood, Unit 2 | 141 Englewood | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 2 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 108 Washington St, Unit 1 | 108 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 472 Western Ave, Unit 1 | 472 Western Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 15 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 15 Walbridge St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12 | 1440 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1161 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1161 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 1166 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1166 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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Watertown Overview
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
Why live in Watertown, MA?
There are numerous reasons why so many people choose to live in Watertown, Massachusetts. First, this is a community that is friendly and welcoming to just about everyone. Therefore, it is relatively easy for anyone to fit right in. Furthermore, the cost of living in Watertown, Massachusetts is significantly lower than the cost of living in Boston. At the same time, Watertown is still relatively close to Boston. This means that anyone who would like to live in Watertown and commute to Boston can do so easily. Given all of these fantastic reasons, it is easy to see why so many people are deciding to live in Watertown.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 $1,200.
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 $1,900 at Ron Ifrah (Wilton Street).
What is the most affordable Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Frost Terrace and starts from $2,381.
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