
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA from $700 (543 Rentals)
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27 Egremont Rd

4 Haskell St

53 Hopedale

Private bedroom in 5 bed/2 bath Home

11 Linden St

490 Washington St
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

53 Hopedale

Private bedroom in 7 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 7 bed/2 bath Home

132 Chiswick Rd

Private bedroom in 9 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

11 Linden St

Private bedroom in 5 bed/1 bath Home

5 Linden St

5 Linden St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

6 Haskell St

5 Linden St

Private bedroom in 6 bed/2 bath Home

490 Washington St

5 Linden St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

17 Highgate St

6 Haskell St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 7 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1.5 bath Home

28 Hunnewell Ave

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

27 Egremont Rd

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

27 Egremont Rd

4 Haskell St

2 Montfern Ave

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

5 Linden St

1682 Commonwealth Ave

5 Linden St

28 Hunnewell Ave

33 Adamson St
Watertown, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watertown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Watertown Studio Apartments | $2,562 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,446 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,905 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,845 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,808 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,687 | $945 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Watertown, MA
Pricing Updated: 04/06/2025Current apartment rentals in the Watertown, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Watertown Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Watertown West End | $5,250 | $1,850 | 242 |
Cheapest Available Watertown Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watertown area is the $0.18 price per square foot 175 N Beacon St Model at 175 N Beacon St, Unit 1 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Watertown apartment is the 48 Strathmore Rd Model at 48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 starting at $1,775 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watertown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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175 N Beacon St, Unit 1 | 175 N Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 | 48 Strathmore Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
22 Shepard St, Unit B | 22 Shepard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
153 Murdock St, Unit 2 | 153 Murdock St | 3BR,2BA | $0.18 |
96 Winthrop St, Unit 1 | 96 Winthrop St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
63 Brighton Ave, Unit C | 63 Brighton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
319 Allston St, Unit 3 | 319 Allston St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
151 Murdock St, Unit 1 | 151 Murdock St | 3BR,2BA | $0.20 |
151 Murdock St, Unit 1 | 151 Murdock St | 3BR,2BA | $0.20 |
317 Allston St, Unit 15 | 317 Allston St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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Watertown Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful place to live and work, you may want to consider moving to Watertown, Massachusetts. This is a city that is located in Middlesex County. A part of the Greater Boston area, it is known for its friendly people, delicious food, and gorgeous weather. If you are looking for Watertown apartments, it is important to learn more about this area. What do you need to know if you are considering moving to apartments in Watertown, Massachusetts?á
Why live in Watertown, MA?
There are numerous reasons why so many people choose to live in Watertown, Massachusetts. First, this is a community that is friendly and welcoming to just about everyone. Therefore, it is relatively easy for anyone to fit right in. Furthermore, the cost of living in Watertown, Massachusetts is significantly lower than the cost of living in Boston. At the same time, Watertown is still relatively close to Boston. This means that anyone who would like to live in Watertown and commute to Boston can do so easily. Given all of these fantastic reasons, it is easy to see why so many people are deciding to live in Watertown.á
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Getting Around Watertown, MA
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watertown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Watertown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Watertown is under $1,150.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.