
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Watertown Neighborhood of Watertown, MA from $1,000 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Watertown area of Watertown.


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28 Commonwealth Rd, Unit 3

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35 Maplewood St, Unit 35

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102 Mount Auburn St

8 Riverside St, Unit 1-1

550 Belmont St, Unit 2

260 Mt Auburn St
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37 Cottage St, Unit 1

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11 Fairfield St

Riverside Apartments, 8-20

78-86 Prentiss St

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163 Belmont St, Unit Room

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472 Western Ave, Unit 1

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25 Duval St
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Radius

66 Homer Ave, Unit 112

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48 Litchfield St, Unit 2

66 Homer Ave, Unit 201

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9 Charlesbank Rd, Unit 4

66 Homer Ave, Unit 301

240 Brattle St
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18-20 Kelley Ct

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22-24 Kelley Ct

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24 Kelley Ct, Unit 24

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26 Jefferson St, Unit 1

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65 S Waverly St, Unit #2

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61 Grove St

44 Jefferson St, Unit B
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East Watertown, Watertown, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Watertown?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Watertown Studio Apartments | $3,470 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| East Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $2,000 | $7,671 |
| East Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $2,300 | $8,961 |
| East Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,686 | $1,000 | $6,100 |
| East Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,405 | $3,400 | $6,600 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Watertown Neighborhood of Watertown, MA.
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Cheapest Available East Watertown Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Watertown, MA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Watertown area is the $0.29 price per square foot 70 Litchfield St Model at 70 Litchfield St, Unit 1 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value East Watertown apartment is the 4 Litchfield St Model at 4 Litchfield St starting at $2,950 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Watertown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 70 Litchfield St, Unit 1 | 70 Litchfield St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 4 Litchfield St | 4 Litchfield St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 13 Mackin St | 13 Mackin St | 5BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| 334-336 School St | 334-336 School St | 4BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 86 Aberdeen Ave, Unit #2 | 86 Aberdeen Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 384 School St, Unit 1 | 384 School St | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 32 Frank St, Unit 0 | 32 Frank St | 3BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 48 Litchfield St, Unit 2 | 48 Litchfield St | 3BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 163 Belmont St, Unit Room | 163 Belmont St | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 28 Commonwealth Rd, Unit 3 | 28 Commonwealth Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Watertown, Watertown, MA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Watertown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Watertown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Watertown is at 805 Mount Auburn St listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Watertown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Watertown Apartment is $2,763 at Radius.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Watertown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Watertown is starting from $2,600 at 805 Mount Auburn St.
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