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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now805 Mount Auburn St
805 Mount Auburn 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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Belmont Street Apartments, 550
550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
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75 Allston St, Unit PARKING
75 Allston StBoston, MA 02134
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$300 - $4,500
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1126 Warren St
126 Warren StBrighton, MA 02135
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$950
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$950
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$950
113 Lanark Rd, Unit 1
113 Lanark RdBoston, MA 02135
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$1,020
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$1,020
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120 Holton St, Unit 120 Holton
120 Holton StBoston, MA 02135
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$1,025
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$1,025
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$1,025
46 Park Vale Ave, Unit 1
46 Park Vale AveBoston, MA 02134
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$1,025
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16 Glenville Ave, Unit 2
16 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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$1,050
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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01
7 Portina RdBoston, MA 02135
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$1,150
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$1,150
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2 Lothian Rd
2 Lothian RdBoston, MA 02135
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$1,175 - $1,800
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Studio Apartments Available NowAdams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term
94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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$1,225
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$1,225
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158 Kelton St, Unit 161-4
158 Kelton StBoston, MA 02134
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$1,250 - $1,690
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$1,250 - $1,690
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$1,250 - $1,690
18 Townsend St
18 Townsend StWaltham, MA 02453
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$1,2501 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
23 Cummings Rd
23 Cummings RdBoston, MA 02135
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42 Brainerd Rd
42 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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$1,2801 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
23 Cummings Rd
23 Cummings RdBoston, MA 02135
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18 Greylock Rd
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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$1,325
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104 Warren St, Unit 7
104 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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NewtonMA02458
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7 Denby Rd
7 Denby RdBoston, MA 02134
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42 Brainerd Rd
42 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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18 Greylock Rd
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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10 Bigelow St
10 Bigelow StBoston, MA 02135
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$1,450
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24 Highgate St, Unit 203
24 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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$1,500 - $12,500
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1000 Memorial Dr
1000 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02138
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$1,5471 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
18 Greylock Rd
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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$1,550
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$1,550
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104 Warren St, Unit 4
104 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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$1,550 - $2,150
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$1,550 - $2,150
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Vinal Street Apartments
10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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7 Denby Rd, Unit 1
7 Denby RdBoston, MA 02134
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$1,600 - $2,495
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736 Washington St
736 Washington StBrookline, MA 02446
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28 Austin St
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
34 Crescent 4 Crescent
WalthamMA02453
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$1,725 - $2,175
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$1,725 - $2,175
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$1,725 - $2,175
99 Warren St
99 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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$1,750 - $3,300
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$1,750 - $3,300
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$1,750 - $3,300
15 Higgins St
15 Higgins StBoston, MA 02134
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCommonwealth Apartments
1144-1160 Commonwealth AveAllston, MA 02134
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$1,750 - $2,650
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44 Winslow Rd
44 Winslow RdBrookline, MA 02446
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1148 Commonwealth Ave
1148 Commonwealth AveBrookline, MA 02134
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$1,775Studio Apartments Available Aug 1
153 Brighton Ave
153 Brighton AveBoston, MA 02134
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48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23
48 Strathmore RdBoston, MA 02135
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$1,800
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160 Washington St, Unit 4
160 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
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$1,800
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409 Trapelo Rd, Unit #1
409 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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$1,800 - $2,800
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17 Price Rd
17 Price RdBoston, MA 02134
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160 Washington St, Unit #4
160 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
76 Euston Rd
BostonMA02135
36 Winchester St
BrooklineMA02446
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164 North Beacon St, Unit 1
164 North Beacon StBoston, MA 02135
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153 Brighton Ave
153 Brighton AveBoston, MA 02134
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Watertown, MA Local Guide
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 | $2,467 | $1,175 | $5,650 |
| Cheap Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,844 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,451 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,028 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,935 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,095 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,283 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Watertown, MA
Pricing Updated: 03/14/2026Current 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 | $6,000 | $2,150 | 42 |
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 | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $0.20 price per square foot 9 Woodstock Ave Model at 9 Woodstock Ave in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 166 Kelton St Model at 166 Kelton St starting at $1,995 with a $0.20 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Woodstock Ave | 9 Woodstock Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 166 Kelton St | 166 Kelton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 49 Winship St | 49 Winship St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 67 Gordon St | 67 Gordon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 158 Kelton St, Unit 36 | 158 Kelton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 | 48 Strathmore Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 160 Washington St, Unit #4 | 160 Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 160 Washington St, Unit 4 | 160 Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
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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 $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Apartment is $1,600 at Cambridge Ivy Inn.
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.
What is the most affordable Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Watertown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Commonwealth Gardens and starts from $2,575.
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