
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watertown Square Neighborhood of Watertown, MA from $1,000 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Watertown Square area of Watertown.


805 Mount Auburn St

20 Riverside St, Unit 3-3

16 Templeton Pkwy

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83 Arsenal St, Unit 1

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102 Mount Auburn St

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5 Rifle Ct, Unit 1

180 N Beacon St, Unit 3

260 Mt Auburn St
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37 Cottage St, Unit 1

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11 Fairfield St

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78-86 Prentiss St

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163 Belmont St, Unit Room

34 Arlington St

26 Mapleton St, Unit 1

26 Mapleton St, Unit 1

13 Nonantum Pl
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566 Washington St, Unit 14

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57 Oak Square Ave

392 Washington St

6 Beechcroft St, Unit 4

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62 Brock St, Unit 2

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2 Champney St, Unit 1

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40 Newton St

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76 Dunboy St
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302 Washington St, Unit #57

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9 Charlesbank Rd, Unit 4

64 Nonantum St, Unit 3

109-111 Tremont St

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26 Jefferson St

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9 Oak Square Ave, Unit 1R

3 Allen Rd

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62 Brock St

357 Faneuil St, Unit 4
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354 Market St, Unit 17

109-111 Tremont 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown Square Studio Apartments | $3,259 | $1,675 | $8,629 |
| Watertown Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,360 | $1,800 | $9,825 |
| Watertown Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,555 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Watertown Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,420 | $1,000 | $6,000 |
| Watertown Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,109 | $3,300 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Watertown Square Neighborhood of Watertown, MA.
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Cheapest Available Watertown Square 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 Watertown Square, MA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watertown Square area is the $0.26 price per square foot 48 Langley Rd Model at 48 Langley Rd, Unit 1 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Watertown Square apartment is the 15 Cresthill Rd Model at 15 Cresthill Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,700 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Langley Rd, Unit 1 | 48 Langley Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 15 Cresthill Rd, Unit 1 | 15 Cresthill Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 17 Harriet St, Unit 17 | 17 Harriet St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 22 Fairbanks St, Unit #6 | 22 Fairbanks St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 39 Brooksdale Rd, Unit 1 | 39 Brooksdale Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 60 Vineland St, Unit 60 | 60 Vineland St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.30 |
| 31 N Crescent Circuit, Unit 1z | 31 N Crescent Circuit | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 39 Turner St, Unit #3 | 39 Turner St | 3BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 54 Donnybrook Rd, Unit 1 | 54 Donnybrook Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 38 Newton St, Unit 1 | 38 Newton St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
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 $2,675 at 166 Main.
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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