
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watertown Square Neighborhood of Watertown, MA from $1,000 (33 Rentals)
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805 Mount Auburn St

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87 Arsenal St, Unit 2

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74 Prentiss St, Unit 1B

24 Whites Ave, Unit 36

24 Whites Ave, Unit 16

8R Riverside St

260 Mt Auburn St
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78-86 Prentiss St

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17 Bentley St, Unit 2

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539 Washington St, Unit 2

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7 Elmira St, Unit Bedroom 1

7 Elmira St

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541 Washington St, Unit 3

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541 Washington St, Unit Top Floor Three-Bedroom
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566 Washington St, Unit 14

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18 Malbert Rd, Unit 1

365 Washington St, Unit 204A

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40 Newton St

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62 Brock St, Unit 2

35 Brock St, Unit 2

649 Washington St, Unit 2

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9 Charlesbank Rd, Unit 4
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28 Jefferson St, Unit 1

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26 Jefferson St, Unit 1

649 Washington St, Unit 7

251 Faneuil St

18 Upcrest Rd, Unit 3

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18 Malbert Rd, Unit 1

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66 Brock St

457 Centre Street
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Watertown Square, Watertown, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watertown Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Watertown Square Studio Apartments | $3,115 | $1,850 | $9,495 |
| Watertown Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,401 | $1,050 | $8,302 |
| Watertown Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,563 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,437 | $1,000 | $7,000 |
| Watertown Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,990 | $2,700 | $5,500 |
| Watertown Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,826 | $3,650 | $5,700 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Watertown Square Neighborhood of Watertown, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown Square, MA
As of September 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown Square area is the $0.27 price per square foot 17 Harriet St Model at 17 Harriet St, Unit 17 in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Watertown Square apartment is the 5 Saybrook St Model at 5 Saybrook St, Unit 3 in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watertown Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 17 Harriet St, Unit 17 | 17 Harriet St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.27 |
| 5 Saybrook St, Unit 3 | 5 Saybrook St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.28 |
| 62 Brock St, Unit 2 | 62 Brock St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.29 |
| 365 Faneuil St, Unit 1 | 365 Faneuil St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.29 |
| 11 Falkland St, Unit 1 | 11 Falkland St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.29 |
| 60 Vineland St, Unit 60 | 60 Vineland St | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.30 |
| 24 Brooks St, Unit 1 | 24 Brooks St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.30 |
| 8 Mapleton St, Unit 2 | 8 Mapleton St | 3BR, 1BA | $0.30 |
| 9 Oliva Rd, Unit 2 | 9 Oliva Rd | 3BR, 1BA | $0.30 |
| 38 Newton St, Unit 2 | 38 Newton St | 4BR, 1BA | $0.31 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watertown Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watertown Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watertown Square is at 805 Mount Auburn St listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Square Apartment is $2,826 at Elan Union Market.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watertown Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watertown Square is starting from $2,600 at 805 Mount Auburn St.
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