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85 Putnam St #2, Watertown, MA 02472, USA|East Watertown
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Property Overview
Conveniently located, this property features nearby top-rated elementary and high schools, enhancing its appeal. With extensive photos available, prospective renters can easily view the space, helping in their decision-making process. The availability of outdoor spaces and pet-friendly amenities, including grooming services and a nearby dog park, adds to its attractiveness for individuals who value an accommodating environment.
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
Elementary school nearby- More space
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 85 Putnam St #2, East Watertown
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Central Air Conditioning | Central Heat |
| Ceramic Tiles | Completely Renovated |
| Deck | Fireplace |
| Fireplace Decorative | Freshly Painted |
| Granite Countertops | Hardwood Floor |
| Hardwood Floor Throughout | Large Bedrooms |
| Large Bonus Office | Loft |
| Modern Bathrooms | Multi Family |
| Multi Level | Pets Negotiable |
| Private Outdoor Space | Recessed Lighting |
| Separate Kitchen | Skylights |
| Updated Bathroom | Virtual Tour |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| Gas Range | In-Unit Laundry |
| In-Unit Washer and Washer | Oven/Range |
| Stainless Steel Appliances | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| No Smoking Allowed | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Shared Yard Space |
Services
| No Undergrad |
Neighborhood
| Arsenal Yards | MBTA Access |
| Near Public Transportation | Watertown's Coolidge Square Neighborhood |
Other
| Graduate Student Okay | One Parking Space Included |
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
Dog policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Contact for more information on pet policy.
Parking
| Assigned Parking | Contact for Price |
|---|
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About 85 Putnam St #2
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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 85 Putnam St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 128 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | East Watertown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02472 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in East Watertown
3-bedroom apartments at 85 Putnam St #2 cost about 18% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Watertown Town.
Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
East Watertown
Watertown Town
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $3,919 |
| November 2023 | $3,655 |
| December 2023 | $3,460 |
| January 2024 | $3,375 |
| February 2024 | $3,575 |
| March 2024 | $3,450 |
| April 2024 | $3,325 |
| May 2024 | $3,533 |
| June 2024 | $3,670 |
| July 2024 | $3,800 |
| August 2024 | $3,585 |
| September 2024 | $3,325 |
| October 2024 | $3,300 |
| November 2024 | $3,300 |
| December 2024 | $3,300 |
| January 2025 | $3,300 |
| February 2025 | $3,318 |
| March 2025 | $3,455 |
| April 2025 | $3,425 |
| May 2025 | $3,410 |
| June 2025 | $3,675 |
| July 2025 | $3,750 |
| August 2025 | $3,542 |
| September 2025 | $3,490 |
| October 2025 | $3,400 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $3,450 |
| November 2023 | $3,487 |
| December 2023 | $3,255 |
| January 2024 | $3,100 |
| February 2024 | $3,287 |
| March 2024 | $3,395 |
| April 2024 | $3,436 |
| May 2024 | $3,797 |
| June 2024 | $4,000 |
| July 2024 | $3,800 |
| August 2024 | $3,650 |
| September 2024 | $3,387 |
| October 2024 | $3,300 |
| November 2024 | $3,355 |
| December 2024 | $3,287 |
| January 2025 | $3,300 |
| February 2025 | $3,337 |
| March 2025 | $3,450 |
| April 2025 | $3,487 |
| May 2025 | $3,840 |
| June 2025 | $3,850 |
| July 2025 | $3,760 |
| August 2025 | $3,507 |
| September 2025 | $3,430 |
| October 2025 | $3,350 |
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Can I afford to live at 85 Putnam St #2?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$155,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $155,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,895.
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Schools near 85 Putnam St #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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Neighborhood
East Watertown | Watertown Town, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Watertown near 85 Putnam St #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
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 85 Putnam St #2, Watertown
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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