
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Watertown, MA from $1,600 (25 Rentals)
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20 Riverside St

17 Carey Ave

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Hamilton Place

16 Whites Ave

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67 North Beacon St, Unit R
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102 Mount Auburn St

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River Park Lofts

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Whitney Towers

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Riverbend on the Charles

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14 Lyons Ct, Unit 1

24 Aldrich Rd
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Watermills

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836 Belmont St, Unit 1

Riverside Apartments, 8-20

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409 Trapelo Rd, Unit #1

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48 Cook St, Unit 1
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137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33

6 Whitman Rd

125 Trapelo Rd

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7 Williston Rd, Unit A

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26 Jefferson St

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100 Hull St
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West End, Watertown, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $2,421 | $1,800 | $4,276 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,946 | $2,100 | $6,809 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,406 | $2,200 | $7,215 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,100 | $2,795 | $5,604 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,612 | $3,200 | $4,250 |
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Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Hamilton Place priced from $2,100. Riverside Apartments, 8-20 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Riverside Apartments, 8-20 | A1U | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Affordable) | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
| Whitney Towers | G - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,350 |
| Riverbend on the Charles | Anderson | Studio,1BA | $2,442 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, MA
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $0.23 price per square foot 137 Trapelo Rd Model at 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 14 Lyons Ct Model at 14 Lyons Ct, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Newton Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 14 Lyons Ct, Unit 1 | 14 Lyons Ct | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 136 Summer St, Unit 1 | 136 Summer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 | 6 Swetts Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 74 Chapel St, Unit 74 | 74 Chapel St | 5BR,3.5BA | $0.51 |
| 74 Chapel St | 74 Chapel St | 5BR,3.5BA | $2.04 |
| 35 Jewett St, Unit 2 | 35 Jewett St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 60 Gilbert St, Unit 1 | 60 Gilbert St | 4BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 836 Belmont St, Unit 1 | 836 Belmont St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 21 Warren St, Unit 2-4 | 21 Warren St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest End, Watertown, MA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Hamilton Place listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $2,175 at Riverside Apartments, 8-20.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $2,650 at Hamilton Place.
What is the most affordable West End Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Watertown Mews and starts from $4,565.
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