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86 Prentiss Street
86 Prentiss Street, Watertown, MA 02472, USA

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$2,200The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.
Beds2
Baths1
Sqft0–999
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5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, the property features beautiful hardwood floors and convenient on-site laundry facilities. Its proximity to a top-rated elementary school and various pet-friendly amenities enhances its appeal, while being among the top 5.56% in value for money in the area. With 24 informative photos available, prospective renters can appreciate the property's offerings.

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

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Extra Storage

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • convenient on-site laundry
  • beautiful hardwood floors
  • quiet, tree-lined street

Units

86 Prentiss Street Watertown, MA

Available

2

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,200

Listed on 10/11/2025
Listed by The Abundant Group of Real Broker
Days on market: 26
Available now! Charming and sunny 2-bedroom, 1-bath in a well-maintained Watertown building. This inviting unit features beautiful hardwood floors, a modern kitchen with a dishwasher and disposal, and convenient on-site laundry. Extra storage space adds practicality, while the pet-friendly policy makes it perfect for animal lovers (breed and weight restrictions apply). Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, yet just minutes from Watertown Square, Arsenal Yards, and the Charles River walking and biking paths. Enjoy easy access to shops, cafes, restaurants, and public transit, with quick commutes to Cambridge, Boston, and nearby universities.

Available

8

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,200

Listed on 09/20/2025
Listed by Encore Realty
Days on market: 47
Call today about this beautiful Watertown apartment. Plenty of space, natural light, and a charm all its own greet you every time you come home to this 2-bedroom apartment. Neighborhood amenities include dining, shopping, access to public transit, and more! You will love calling 86 Prentiss St. home. • Dishwasher • Disposal • Hardwood Floors • Laundry in Building • Refrigerator • Storage • Dishwasher • Disposal • Hardwood Floors • Laundry in Building • Oven/Range • Refrigerator Disclaimer: The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise. You understand that we are your hired party and have no contract, written, verbal, or otherwise with the landlord(s) of any property we may show you. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $2,200 Last Month Rent: $2,200 Lock & Key Fee: $150

Amenities for 86 Prentiss Street

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Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • Outdoor Space
  • Storage
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floor
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Assigned Parking
  • In-Unit Laundry

Policies at 86 Prentiss Street

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 86 Prentiss Street

HomeApartments in Watertown TownEast Watertown 86 Prentiss St #2, Watertown, MA 02472, USA

Live at 86 Prentiss St in the heart of East Watertown, MA, and experience the best of urban living. This charming property features 12 units, with 2-bedroom floorplans spanning approximately 999 square feet. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including convenient on-site laundry, beautiful hardwood floors, and a quiet, tree-lined street. Additional perks include a dishwasher, oven, and storage space. The building is pet-friendly, and outdoor space is perfect for relaxation. With top-rated schools nearby, including a high school with an A- or higher rating, this property offers a great lifestyle. Currently, there are active units to make this property your home.

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Address details

Units13
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02472

86 Prentiss St #2 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 86 Prentiss Street, Watertown, MA 02472, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Extra Storage
Upgraded in-unit features
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Watertown Town

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 86 Prentiss St #2 to be 21% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in East Watertown.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
East Watertown
Watertown Town
A table of studio rental data trends in Watertown Town
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$2,000
December 2023$2,314
January 2024$2,339
February 2024$2,250
March 2024$2,268
April 2024$2,268
May 2024$2,300
June 2024$2,300
July 2024$2,300
August 2024$2,300
September 2024$2,262
October 2024$2,214
November 2024$2,205
December 2024$2,256
January 2025$2,068
February 2025$2,100
March 2025$2,110
April 2025$2,200
May 2025$2,165
June 2025$2,212
July 2025$2,215
August 2025$2,232
September 2025$2,130
October 2025$2,142
November 2025$2,100
A table of studio rental data trends in East Watertown
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$2,250
February 2024$2,200
March 2024$2,216
April 2024$2,250
May 2024$2,250
June 2024$2,250
July 2024$2,250
August 2024$2,250
November 2024$2,200
December 2024$2,300
January 2025$2,112
February 2025$2,000
March 2025$1,987
April 2025$2,183
May 2025$2,050
June 2025$2,018
July 2025$2,140
August 2025$2,200
September 2025$2,100
October 2025$2,100

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 86 Prentiss St, Watertown Town, MA.
1 year ago$2,4002 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,4002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,3502 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,4952 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,4002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,4952 bed1 bath
3 years ago$2,3002 bed1 bath
3 years ago$2,3002 bed1 bath
3 years ago$2,1002 bed1 bath

Schools near 86 Prentiss 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 86 Prentiss Street

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

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 86 Prentiss Street, Watertown

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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