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Highlights
- Quiet street
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Enclosed sunroom
- Easy access
Location
28 Commonwealth Rd #1, Watertown, MA 02472, USA|East Watertown
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Amenities for 28 Commonwealth Rd #1, East Watertown
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
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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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About 28 Commonwealth Rd #1
Bright and spacious 2 bed 1 bath with large living room and dining room on a quiet street in Watertown. This unit features hardwood floors throughout, laundry in basement, enclosed sunroom, shared backyard, and parking for 1 car. Easy access to Harvard Square and public transportation. Move-In Costs Fees: Last Month Rent: $3,000 First Month Rent: $3,000 Security Deposit: $3,000 Lock Key Fee: $75 Disclaimer: The information contained in this listing is provided via a 3rd party. At the time of this post all information was believed to be verified and accurate. Ivy Realty Group makes no representation to the validity or accuracy of any listing.
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
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- 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 #1 cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Watertown Town.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
East Watertown
Watertown Town
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| August 2026 | $2,945 |
| September 2026 | $2,841 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| August 2026 | $2,949 |
| September 2026 | $2,875 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $1,900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,800 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,800 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $1,950 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $1,950 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 28 Commonwealth Rd #1
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-
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
Cunniff Elementary School
246 warren st
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
B-
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
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Getting around Watertown near 28 Commonwealth Rd #1
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
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 #1, Watertown
Groceries
8/10
Wide 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
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of 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
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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