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26 Melendy Ave #2, Watertown, MA 02472, USA|East Watertown
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Amenities for 26 Melendy Ave #2, East Watertown
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
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About 26 Melendy Ave #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 13% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in East Watertown.
Available September 1! This spacious 2-bedroom-plus-office unit sits on the second floor of a well-maintained three-story home just off Mount Auburn Street in East Watertown, and the office easily works as a third bedroom. The unit features hardwood floors, high ceilings, an abundance of natural light, a large kitchen, a private back porch, in-unit washer and dryer, gas heat, and window AC units. Two off-street parking spaces are included. The MBTA Route 71 bus runs right along Mount Auburn Street to Harvard Station on the Red Line, with quick access to Arsenal Yards, Newton Corner, Cambridge, Boston, and the Charles River. Sorry, no pets. First month's rent and security deposit due at signing. Listing posted by Ethan Piani-Hohmann (781) 456-3670. [SYNDID 4171459 07292026]
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 26 Melendy Ave #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 271 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | East Watertown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02472 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in East Watertown
2-bedroom apartments at 26 Melendy Ave #2 cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Watertown Town.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
East Watertown
Watertown Town
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,975 |
| September 2024 | $2,831 |
| October 2024 | $2,800 |
| November 2024 | $2,800 |
| December 2024 | $2,825 |
| January 2025 | $3,000 |
| February 2025 | $3,081 |
| March 2025 | $2,974 |
| April 2025 | $2,900 |
| May 2025 | $2,900 |
| June 2025 | $2,825 |
| July 2025 | $2,968 |
| August 2025 | $2,900 |
| September 2025 | $2,842 |
| October 2025 | $2,818 |
| November 2025 | $2,800 |
| December 2025 | $2,775 |
| January 2026 | $2,728 |
| February 2026 | $2,810 |
| March 2026 | $2,900 |
| April 2026 | $2,975 |
| May 2026 | $2,975 |
| June 2026 | $2,975 |
| July 2026 | $2,975 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,963 |
| September 2024 | $2,750 |
| October 2024 | $2,830 |
| November 2024 | $2,980 |
| December 2024 | $2,987 |
| January 2025 | $3,000 |
| February 2025 | $3,037 |
| March 2025 | $3,044 |
| April 2025 | $3,040 |
| May 2025 | $2,955 |
| June 2025 | $2,997 |
| July 2025 | $2,917 |
| August 2025 | $2,914 |
| September 2025 | $2,800 |
| October 2025 | $2,800 |
| November 2025 | $2,800 |
| December 2025 | $2,750 |
| January 2026 | $2,714 |
| February 2026 | $2,796 |
| March 2026 | $2,869 |
| April 2026 | $3,112 |
| May 2026 | $3,170 |
| June 2026 | $3,006 |
| July 2026 | $3,012 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 26 Melendy Ave #2
Hosmer Elementary School
1 concord rd
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
B
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
J.R. Lowell Elementary School
175 orchard st
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
A-
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
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Getting around Watertown near 26 Melendy Ave #2
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 26 Melendy Ave #2, Watertown
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Explore the area around 26 Melendy Ave #2
Sevan's Bakery
599 Mount Auburn St
Super Hero's
509 Mount Auburn St
Roche Bros
96 Arsenal Yards Blvd
Star Market
699 Mount Auburn St
Y'nk Mini Market
248 Market St
Suphi Furs
694 Mount Auburn St
Work 'n Gear
550 Arsenal St
Target
550 Arsenal St
Eastern Clothing Co
76 Coolidge Hill Rd
Carter's
550 Arsenal St
Uncommon Grounds
575 Mount Auburn St
Dunkin'
635 Mount Auburn St
Starbucks
550 Arsenal St
Starbucks
105 Arsenal Yards Blvd
Vitality Bowls
113 Bond Sq
Donohues Bar & Grill
87 Bigelow Ave
Nickel Tavern Inc
21 Nichols Ave
Conleys Pub & Grille
164 Belmont St
Birds of Paradise
525 Western Ave
The Koji Club
525 Western Ave
Massis Bakery
569 Mount Auburn St
Seven Bakery
599 Mount Auburn St
International Natural Bakery
128 Arlington St
Chip City
104 Bond Sq
Sophia's Greek Pantry
265 Belmont St
East Housing Project Playground
Coolidge Playground
Sullivan Playground
Watertown-Cambridge Greenway
Williams Pond
Donohues Bar & Grill
87 Bigelow Ave
Uncommon Grounds
575 Mount Auburn St
Shiraz Persian Cuisine
72 Bigelow Ave
Fordee's Grill
555 Mount Auburn St
Green Peapod
557 Mount Auburn St
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