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Highlights
- Washer/dryer hookups
- Eat-in kitchen with pantry and fridge
- Refinished hardwood floors
- Easy access
Location
28 Commonwealth Rd #2, Watertown, MA 02472, USA|East Watertown
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Amenities for 28 Commonwealth Rd #2, East Watertown
Apartment Amenities
| Fireplace | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 28 Commonwealth Rd #2
NO FEE! Sunny, large, and in excellent condition, 2+ bedroom, near Oakley Country Club. 2nd floor unit. Refinished hardwood floors, gleaming natural woodwork. Living room with fireplace and beamed ceiling. Dining room with original built-in hutch. Eat-in kitchen with pantry and fridge. 3-seasons sun room. Open front porch. Alcove for an office. Washer/dryer hookups, yard, basement storage. Steps to T Bus 73, 10 min to Harvard Square. Short walk to Bus 71, 10 min to Harvard Square. Short walk to several restaurants, grocers, bakeries, post office and banks. Easy biking in surrounding area. Near Watertown and Arsenal Malls. Surrounding towns are: Arlington, Belmont, Boston, Brighton, Cambridge, Lexington, Newton, Waltham. Easy access to Bentley University, Brandeis, Harvard, MIT, I-95, Mass Pike (I-90), Storrow Drive. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $2,800 Last Month Rent: $2,800 Lock Key Fee: $75 Security Deposit: $2,800
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 28 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 02472, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary 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 28 Commonwealth Rd #2 cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Watertown Town.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
East Watertown
Watertown Town
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,220 |
| March 2024 | $3,109 |
| April 2024 | $3,145 |
| May 2024 | $2,900 |
| June 2024 | $2,894 |
| July 2024 | $2,889 |
| August 2024 | $2,970 |
| 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 | $2,775 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,250 |
| March 2024 | $3,260 |
| April 2024 | $3,015 |
| May 2024 | $2,883 |
| June 2024 | $2,819 |
| July 2024 | $2,955 |
| August 2024 | $2,971 |
| 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 | $2,750 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months ago | $2,800 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,800 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 28 Commonwealth Rd #2
Hosmer Elementary School
1 concord rd
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
B
J.R. Lowell Elementary School
175 orchard st
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
A-
Cunniff Elementary School
246 warren st
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
B-
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Getting around Watertown near 28 Commonwealth Rd #2
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
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 28 Commonwealth Rd #2, Watertown
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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