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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Separate dining room
- Washer/dryer hookups
- Large bedrooms
- Eat-in kitchen
- Fully applianced kitchen
Location
68 Olcott Street, Watertown, MA 02472, US|Watertown West End
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Property Overview
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 68 Olcott Street, Watertown West End
Features
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
| Garden | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
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
Allowed
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About 68 Olcott Street
WATERTOWN - 2 BEDROOM - 1 BATHROOM - UPDATED, SPACIOUS w/ GRANITE KITCHEN AND GARAGE! - Approx 1232 Sq Ft - 2nd/Top Floor in Two Family - Fully Applianced Granite Eat-in Kitchen w/ Island - Separate Dining Room - Huge Open Living Room - Hardwood Floors Throughout - Large Bedrooms - Updated Tiled Bathroom - Replacement Thermal Windows - Washer/Dryer Hookups in Basement - Storage in Attic - 1 Car Garage plus 1 Space in Front - Shared Back Yard - One Indoor Fixed Cat Ok - Convenient to Watertown Mall and Arsenal Yard - Convenient to 70A Central Sq Bus Available: 7/1/26. $3,000 BHHS Commonwealth RE
Lease Terms
1 yearProperty 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 68 Olcott Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 164 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Watertown West End |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02472 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Watertown West End
2-bedroom apartments at 68 Olcott Street cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Watertown Town.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Watertown West End
Watertown Town
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,810 |
| March 2026 | $2,900 |
| April 2026 | $2,975 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,881 |
| June 2024 | $2,909 |
| July 2024 | $2,861 |
| August 2024 | $2,950 |
| September 2024 | $2,825 |
| October 2024 | $2,800 |
| November 2024 | $2,800 |
| December 2024 | $2,800 |
| January 2025 | $2,983 |
| February 2025 | $3,145 |
| March 2025 | $2,970 |
| April 2025 | $2,900 |
| May 2025 | $2,900 |
| June 2025 | $2,837 |
| July 2025 | $3,030 |
| August 2025 | $2,889 |
| September 2025 | $2,897 |
| October 2025 | $2,900 |
| November 2025 | $2,800 |
| December 2025 | $2,768 |
| January 2026 | $2,746 |
| February 2026 | $2,870 |
| March 2026 | $2,918 |
| April 2026 | $2,975 |
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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.| 4 years ago | $2,350 |
Schools near 68 Olcott Street
Cunniff Elementary School
246 warren st
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
B-
J.R. Lowell Elementary School
175 orchard st
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
A-
Hosmer Elementary School
1 concord rd
watertown, MA, 2472
PK, K-5Public
B
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program
510 moody st
waltham, MA, 2453
K-5Public
C
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Watertown West End | Watertown Town, MA
Getting around Watertown near 68 Olcott Street
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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 68 Olcott Street, Watertown
Groceries
5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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