
Top Rated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA (29 Rentals)
Apartments in Watertown with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.
Rental terms in Watertown as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Elan Union Market

Bell Watertown

Riverbend on The Charles

Watertown Mews

NOVA Brighton

Currents on the Charles

Royal Belmont

Reservoir Towers
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

Tempo Cambridge

ReNew Waltham

E3 Apartments

Atmark Cambridge

Eagle Rock Apartments and Townhomes at Brighton

603 Concord

1550 on the Charles

Modera Newton

Park77

Cronin's Landing

7 Cameron
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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Watertown Studio Apartments | $2,526 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,389 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,855 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,797 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Watertown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,769 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Short-term Watertown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Watertown?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Watertown is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,150.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Watertown Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Watertown is $4,024.
What is the largest Short-term Watertown Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Watertown is a 1,932 square feet unit starting from $2,965 at Cronin's Landing.
What is the average size for Watertown Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Watertown is currently at 685 sq ft.
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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
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