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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now805 Mount Auburn St
805 Mount Auburn StWatertown, MA 02472
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHamilton Place
233-255 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
54 Prentiss St
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57 Prospect St, Unit 57 Prospect St Apt. B
57 Prospect StWatertown, MA 02472
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106 Addington Rd
BrooklineMA02445
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 202614 Wallingford Rd
14 Wallingford RdBrighton, MA 02135
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7 Linden St, Unit room
7 Linden StBoston, MA 02134
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 202620 Highgate St
20 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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$1,000
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 202620 Highgate St
20 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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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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46 Park Vale Ave, Unit 1
46 Park Vale AveBoston, MA 02134
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16 Glenville Ave, Unit 2
16 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01
7 Portina RdBoston, MA 02135
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 202622 Highgate St
22 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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1688 Beacon St, Unit 16
1688 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A
1699 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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2020 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2
2020 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$1,150
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2 Lothian Rd
2 Lothian RdBoston, MA 02135
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148 Washington St, Unit 2
148 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
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72 Leicester St
72 Leicester StBoston, MA 02135
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Studio Apartments Available NowAdams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term
94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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$1,199
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17 Putnam Ave, Unit room
17 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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152 Winchester St, Unit 1
152 Winchester StBrookline, MA 02446
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6 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 1
6 Radcliffe RdBoston, MA 02134
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24 Highgate St, Unit 203
24 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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16 Highgate St, Unit 203
16 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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1000 Memorial Dr, Unit 2
1000 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02138
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104 Warren St, Unit 4
104 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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83 Gordon St, Unit 8
83 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
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7 Denby Rd, Unit G
7 Denby RdBoston, MA 02134
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7 Denby Rd, Unit 1
7 Denby RdBoston, MA 02134
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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12 Nonantum StBoston, MA 02135
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Studio Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026153 Brighton Ave
153 Brighton AveBoston, MA 02134
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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 | $2,588 | $1,175 | $5,650 |
| Cheap Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $945 | $7,545 |
| Cheap Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,993 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,748 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,002 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,020 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Watertown, MA
Pricing Updated: 12/03/2025Current 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 | $3,740 | $1,995 | 110 |
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 December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $0.17 price per square foot 20 Chester St Model at 20 Chester St, Unit #1A in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 99 Warren St Model at 99 Warren St, Unit 16 starting at $1,725 with a $0.17 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. |
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| 20 Chester St, Unit #1A | 20 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.17 |
| 99 Warren St, Unit 16 | 99 Warren St | Studio ,1BA | $0.17 |
| 15 Higgins St, Unit A | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 31 Seattle St, Unit B | 31 Seattle St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 | 48 Strathmore Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A | 1120 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 592 Cambridge St, Unit 11 | 592 Cambridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12 | 1440 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 90 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6 | 90 Brainerd Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1114 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2 | 1114 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
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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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83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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48 / 100
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A few nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,350 at River Park Lofts.
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