Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watertown Square Neighborhood of Watertown, MA from $900 (91 Rentals)

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78-86 Prentiss StWatertown, MA 02472
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Watertown Square, Watertown, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watertown Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
457 Centre St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown Square, MA

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watertown Square area is the $0.22 price per square foot 549 Washington St Model at 549 Washington St, Unit 1 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Watertown Square apartment is the 30 Bentley St Model at 30 Bentley St, Unit 3 starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
549 Washington St, Unit 1549 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.22
30 Bentley St, Unit 330 Bentley StStudio ,1BA$0.19
19 Champney St, Unit #219 Champney St2BR,1BA$0.26
40 Brackett St, Unit 140 Brackett St3BR,1BA$0.25
61-63 Surrey St, Unit 161-63 Surrey St2BR,1BA$0.21
82 Hunnewell Ave, Unit B82 Hunnewell Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
35 Montfern Ave, Unit 235 Montfern Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
40 Brackett St, Unit 140 Brackett St3BR,1BA$0.25
345 Market St, Unit 2345 Market St3BR,1BA$0.24
62 Hunnewell Ave, Unit B62 Hunnewell Ave2BR,1BA$0.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Watertown Square, Watertown, MA

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Watertown, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 166 Main listed at $2,500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watertown Square Apartment is $2,300 at 457 Centre St.

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