
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Watertown Neighborhood of Watertown, MA (2,053 Rentals)


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65 Olcott St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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74 Morse St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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93 Hillside Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

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107 Spring St, Unit 3-2, Unit 3-2

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102 Mount Auburn St

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20 Clarendon St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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8 Berkeley St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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532 Belmont St, Unit #24, Unit #24

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15 Chauncey St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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26 Maple St

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11 Irving St

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150 Spruce St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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52-54 Maplewood St

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269 Lexington St

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81 Nichols Ave

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532 Belmont St, Unit #21, Unit #21
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11 Fairfield St

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334-336 School St

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34 Cottage St, Unit 34 cottage, Unit 34 cottage

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44 Concord Rd

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6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1, Unit 1

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37 Cottage St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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9 Avon Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

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40 Townly Rd, Unit 3, Unit 3

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404 Mount Auburn St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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19 Warwick Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2
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3 Repton Cir, Unit 3, Unit 3

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258 Belmont St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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258 Belmont St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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258 Belmont St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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42 Wilmot St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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5 Rifle Ct, Unit 1, Unit 1

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65 Bacon St

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10 Belmont St, Unit 8, Unit 8

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244 Sycamore St, Unit 244 Sycamore St, Apt 1, Unit 244 Sycamore St, Apt 1

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19 Chauncey St, Unit 2, Unit 2
Downtown Watertown, Watertown, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Watertown?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Watertown Studio Apartments | $2,505 | $1,775 | $6,552 |
| Downtown Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $1,000 | $7,541 |
| Downtown Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,367 | $2,000 | $9,681 |
| Downtown Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,764 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,691 | $2,800 | $9,600 |
| Downtown Watertown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,882 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Watertown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,929 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Watertown, Watertown, MA
Ranked #7
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? this neighborhood is a good neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great schools.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to nice outdoor spaces? Downtown Watertown is a highly-rated neighborhood for its many parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This submarket has a reputation as one of our favorite luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, views, access to parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this part of Boston has established a name for itself as one of the A-list submarkets for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Watertown
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Watertown?
There are currently 172 Studio Apartments in Downtown Watertown with rent ranges from $1,775 to $6,552 with an average price of $2,505.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Watertown Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Watertown ranges from $1,000 to $7,541 with an average monthly rent of $2,850.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Watertown cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Watertown range from $2,000 to $9,681. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,367.
How expensive are Downtown Watertown Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 534 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Watertown on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,500 to $15,652 - averaging $3,764 for the location.
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