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One Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Watertown, MA

472 Rentals
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  1. Interior Photo - Watermills
    $700 Off
    Price Drop. $700 Off
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    1 BED
    $2,375
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,375 - $3,325
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,375 - $3,325
         - 12 Month Lease

    Watermills

    350 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472
    (857) 424-3055
  5. |
    1 BED
    $2,599
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,589 - $3,138
    Required Monthly Fees$10 - $15
    Total Monthly Price$2,599 - $3,153

    Currents on the Charles

    36 River St, Waltham, MA 02453
    (781) 694-6507
  7. Model Living Area Arsenal - Gables Arsenal Street
    1 BED
    $2,790
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,790 - $6,974
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,790 - $6,974

    Gables Arsenal Street

    204 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472
    (857) 290-2613
  8. Building Photo - Blvd & Bond
    1 BED
    $3,081
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,081 - $5,375
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,081 - $5,375

    Blvd & Bond

    88 Arsenal Yards Blvd, Watertown, MA 02472
    (781) 386-1129
  11. 1 BED
    $2,745
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,745 - $3,325
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,745 - $3,325

    1550 on the Charles

    1550 Soldiers Field Rd, Boston, MA 02135
    (857) 663-0944
  13. 1 BED
    $2,666
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,666 - $4,040
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,666 - $4,040
         - 12 Month Lease

    Radius

    530 Western Ave, Brighton, MA 02135
    (781) 694-6136
  14. 1 BED
    $2,999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,999 - $9,423
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,999 - $9,423

    The Bradford

    525 Common St, Belmont, MA 02478
    (781) 549-3128
  16. Building Photo - 457 Centre Street
    1 BED
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600
         - 12 Month Lease

    457 Centre Street

    457 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458
    (857) 240-0789
  17. 1 BED
    $2,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,850 - $3,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,850 - $3,600
         - 12 Month Lease

    Vera

    38 Hichborn St, Brighton, MA 02135
    (857) 877-0737
  18. 1 BED
    $2,841
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,841 - $6,746
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,841 - $6,746

    Elan Union Market

    130 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472
    (857) 424-0994
  19. 1 BED
    $2,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,900 - $3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,900 - $3,500

    166 Main

    166 Main St, Watertown, MA 02472
    (857) 255-9042
  20. 1 BED
    $2,822
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,822 - $2,907
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,822 - $2,907

    River Birch at Watertown

    100 Woodview Way, Watertown, MA 02472
    (781) 730-7996
  22. 1 BED
    $3,009
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,009 - $4,165
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,009 - $4,165

    Watertown Mews

    1 Repton Pl, Watertown, MA 02472
    (978) 591-6134
  23. 1 BED
    $3,091
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,076 - $3,469
    Required Monthly Fees$15
    Total Monthly Price$3,091 - $3,484

    Modera Newton

    2 Los Angeles St, Newton, MA 02458
    (857) 240-4840
  24. 1 BED
    $3,203
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,203 - $4,790
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,203 - $4,790

    Lantera at Boston Landing

    125 Guest St, Boston, MA 02135
    (781) 808-2380
  25. 1 BED
    $3,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,800 - $3,936
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,800 - $3,936

    Alder at Allston Yards

    301 Guest St, Allston, MA 02134
    (857) 240-4348
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Watertown at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,861
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7

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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Watertown, MA Apartments for Rent

Watertown is a city in Middlesex County that dates back to 1630 as one of the first Massachusetts Bay Colony settlements, and today it's home to the historic Watertown Arsenal, which produced military armaments from 1816 through World War II. Located along the Charles River just west of Boston, this community of over 35,000 residents offers a mix of historic New England architecture and modern living spaces. If you're looking for apartments for rent in Watertown, you'll find options ranging from traditional buildings in Watertown Square to contemporary apartment communities along Arsenal Street, particularly near the redeveloped Arsenal Yards area.

Renting in Watertown appeals to those seeking convenient access to Boston while enjoying a more relaxed atmosphere with green space. The city's neighborhoods—including Bemis, Coolidge Square, East Watertown, and the West End—provide easy access to shopping and dining, with the area's Armenian heritage contributing to a diverse restaurant scene. Residents benefit from proximity to the Charles River paths for walking and cycling, as well as Mount Auburn Cemetery's 151 acres of landscaped grounds. Commuters can reach downtown Boston in minutes via multiple transportation routes, and the city's location makes it convenient for those working in Cambridge or other nearby employment centers. The transformation of the former arsenal into a mixed-use development has brought additional retail, dining, and entertainment options to the area.

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Getting Around Watertown

Transportation

83

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
81

Very Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
48

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Watertown High

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Cunniff Elementary School

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J.R. Lowell Elementary School

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