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    100 Woodview Way, Watertown, MA 02472
    1 BED $2,590+
    2 BEDS $3,365+
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    204 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472
    1 BED $2,816+
    2 BEDS $3,735+
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    60 Howard Street, Watertown, MA 02472
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    1 BED $2,130
    2 BEDS $2,350
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    805 Mount Auburn Street, Watertown, MA 02472
    STUDIO $1,850
    1 BED $1,220+
    2 BEDS $2,600
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    270 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA 02472
    STUDIO $2,382+
    1 BED $2,655+
    2 BEDS $3,517+
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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    15 Chauncey St, Watertown, MA 02472
    2 BEDS $2,800
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    93 Hillside Road, Watertown, MA 02472
    2 BEDS $3,000
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    158 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
    2 BEDS $2,500
  • A kitchen with wooden floors and cabinets.
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    68 Putnam St, Watertown, MA 02472
    3 BEDS $3,200
  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
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    520 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138
    3 BEDS $3,650
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black stove top.
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    11 Fairfield,, Watertown, MA 02472
    2 BEDS $2,995
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    11 Fairfield St, Watertown, MA 02472
    2 BEDS $2,595

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    7 Williston Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
    1 BED $2,600
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    40-46 Park Street, Newton, MA 02458
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    1 BED $2,495
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    34 Walnut St, Belmont, MA 02478
    2 BEDS $2,800
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    74 Dunboy St, Boston, MA 02135
    3 BEDS $3,300
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    7 Justin Rd, Boston, MA 02135
    5 BEDS $975
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  • A spacious room with wooden floors and a white radiator.
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    20 Hunnewell Ave, Boston, MA 02135
    2 BEDS $2,500
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    106,116 Tremont Street, Brighton, MA 02135
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    12 Nonantum St, Boston, MA 02135
    1 BED $1,650
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    71 Fairbanks St, Boston, MA 02135
    5 BEDS $980
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    14 Breck Ave, Boston, MA 02135
    4 BEDS $4,000
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    1550 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA 02135
    STUDIO $2,817+
    1 BED $2,518+
    2 BEDS $3,265+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black countertop.
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    50 Leo M Birmingham Pkwy, Boston, MA 02135
    STUDIO $2,675
  • A kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets.
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    17 Cushman Rd, Boston, MA 02135
    3 BEDS $2,600
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Watertown, MA rent trends

Rental prices in Watertown, MA have increased by 1.11% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,438 to $3,476.

Check out the average rent prices in Watertown by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Watertown, MA is $3,476.

Average rent in Watertown, MA

$3,476/mo Watertown, MA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Watertown, MA is $3,476.

    What's the typical rent budget in Watertown, MA?

    About 73% of apartment rents in Watertown, MA range between > $3,000. Around 22% of Watertown’s apartments are in the $2,501-$3,000 price range. 5% of apartments are priced between $2,001-$2,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Watertown, MA (73%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    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 18 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Watertown, MA?

    The best apartments in Watertown, MA are: Bell Watertown, Gables Arsenal Street, River Park Lofts, 805 Mount Auburn Street and Riverbend on the Charles.

    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 $4,160.

    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 $7,110.

    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 $2,350 and $9,191.

    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 $9,191.

    What type of rental buildings are in Watertown, MA?

    In Watertown, 51% of the residents are renting compared to 49% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 21% of Watertown’s rentals, 76% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.

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

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Watertown are about 23 years old, on average. Of these, 68% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 5 stories. About 67% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 46% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Watertown, MA?

    Studio apartments in Watertown are around 6% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 54% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 38% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more 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.

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    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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