
Homes for Rent in Watertown, MA Under $5,500 (6,324 Rentals)


92 Fayette St, Unit 1

118 Spring St, Unit 1

25 Molloy St

7 Lyons St

7 Molloy St

9 Molloy St

59 Myrtle St, Unit 2

81 Waverley Ave
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69 Forest St

17 George St, Unit 17

302 Arlington St, Unit 1

211 Common St

122 Winsor Ave, Unit 2

69 Capitol St, Unit 2

47 Capitol St, Unit 2

92 Fitchburg St, Unit 1

20 Carver Rd E, Unit 2

101 North Beacon St, Unit 103

22 Belmont St, Unit 3
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1 Angela Ln

1 Angela Ln

202 Fayette St

216 Arlington St, Unit 2

216 Arlington St, Unit 2

12 Lawrence St, Unit #1

12 Lawrence St

10 Lawrence St, Unit T

12 Lawrence St, Unit 12

10 Lawrence St, Unit 12
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160 Waverley Ave, Unit #2

16 Lawrence St

155 Waverley Ave

10 Lawrence St, Unit #12

10 Lawrence St

10 Lawrence St, Unit 12

12 Lawrence St, Unit 1

16 Lyons St

16 Carver Rd
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131 Coolidge Ave, Unit 420

6 Swetts Ct, Unit 2

131 Coolidge Ave, Unit #420

131 Coolidge Ave

131 Coolidge Ave

93 Hillside Rd

155 Spruce St, Unit 1

12 Homer St, Unit 1

155 Spruce St, Unit 1

10 Lawrence St

10 Lawrence St, Unit 1
Watertown, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Watertown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Watertown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,269 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,072 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,969 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,979 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,480 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watertown
What type of rentals are currently available in Watertown?
There are currently 9041 Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $50,000. There are also 7096 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Watertown ranging from $1,100 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Watertown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Watertown ranges from $1,100 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,745.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Watertown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Watertown range from $1,025 to $16,704, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
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