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$3,444/mo Watertown, MA average rental price, June 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Watertown, MA is $3,444.

Watertown, MA apartment rent ranges

About 21% of apartment rents in Watertown, MA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 72% of apartments. Around 6% of Watertown’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,749, the average rent in Watertown, MA is $3,444.

Getting around in Watertown, MA

82 /100

Very Walkable

52 /100

Good Transit

64 /100

Bikeable

Walk Score®: 82, Transit Score®: 52, Bike Score®: 64

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Watertown, MA last updated?

Prices and availability in Watertown, MA were last updated on 10 Jul 2025.

What are the best apartments in Watertown, MA?

The best apartments in Watertown, MA are: River Park Lofts, Gables Arsenal Street, 805 Mount Auburn Street, Bell Watertown and 30 Hardy Ave, Unit #3.

What is the average rent in Watertown, MA?

The average rent in Watertown, MA is $3,300.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Watertown, MA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Watertown, MA is between $1,850 and $4,460.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Watertown, MA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Watertown, MA is between $1,850 and $8,663.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Watertown, MA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Watertown, MA is between $2,250 and $7,779.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Watertown, MA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Watertown, MA is between $1,850 and $8,697.

What type of rental buildings are in Watertown, MA?

In Watertown 51% of the housing is rented out compared to 49% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 21% of Watertown’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 76% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Watertown, MA?

The average age of rental buildings in Watertown is 23 years old, with 65% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 5 stories, of which 64% are garden-style apartment communities, 50% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Watertown, MA?

Rental apartments in Watertown come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 7% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 56% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 35% of all rentals in Watertown. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Watertown, MA

Renters — especially young families — often wonder, “What would be the best place to live near Boston if you want to have easy access to the excitement and opportunities of a big city, but prefer a quieter lifestyle with excellent schools and family-friendly amenities?” If that sounds like you, then start your hunt for an apartment for rent in Watertown. This Boston suburb (a mere 20 minutes from downtown) provides a high quality of life to renters in search of a more bucolic lifestyle on the banks of the Charles River. Less luxurious — and less expensive — than its Cambridge, Somerville or Belmont neighbors, Watertown is an excellent option for renters who want to stay close to Boston. That said, due to its prime location near one of the most expensive cities in the country, Watertown does not come cheap: The cost of living in this peaceful and tight-knit community is well above the state and national average.

Renting in Watertown, MA

Watertown is an urban-suburban mixed community featuring a wide range of neighborhoods — from high-rise rental apartment communities and mixed-used developments to detached, single-family homes of all sizes in residential districts. There are slightly fewer renters than property owners living in Watertown. According to rental laws in Massachusetts, landlords may ask renters for the equivalent of one month’s rent as a security deposit on a rental apartment, along with the first and last month’s rent and the money necessary for the purchase and installation costs for a lock and key.

Shopping in Watertown, MA

Watertown may be a relatively small residential community, but renters will still find everything they need within the city’s borders to stock the kitchen of their rental apartment. Specifically, supermarket chain Stop & Shop has two locations in town. You’ll also find a national retailer (Target) and several convenience stores, perfect for those last-minute runs for missing ingredients. Meanwhile, renters who enjoy exotic fares are in luck: Watertown is a relatively diverse community and, as such, is home to several stores featuring Armenian, Iranian and Mexican specialties. In addition, Watertown has various shopping malls if you need an excuse to get out of your rental apartment without having to face the fierce New England winters. Among them, the newly renovated Arsenal Yards is a sprawling shopping complex converted from a World War II-era armory. It features more than 50 stores and dining options.

Transportation in Watertown, MA

Watertown is a perfect match for renters looking for alternatives to driving. The town itself is very walkable, and you’ll be able to do most errands on foot, particularly if you can find an apartment for rent in the downtown, East Watertown or Watertown West End areas. In addition, Watertown also offers multiple bike lanes. Finally, renters can take advantage of the dense public transit network that serves Watertown, its surrounding communities and commute routes to Boston. Public transportation includes fixed bus routes and commuter rail stops in the bordering communities of Belmont, Newtonville and Waverly.

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