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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balconies
  • Quartz countertops
  • Smart home technology
  • City views
  • Club room
  • Second-floor outdoor terrace

Location

53 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA|Downtown Watertown
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Management

Charlesgate Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(978) 775-8965

Property Overview

The Maximilian at Watertown earns strong expert scores across price, amenities, location, and overall experience, making it a compelling option for renters seeking value and quality. Residents can enjoy features like private balconies, quartz countertops, smart home technology, city views, a club room, and a second-floor outdoor terrace, along with convenient access to nearby highly rated schools and everyday essentials.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, The Maximilian at Watertown is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Maximilian at Watertown has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath482+ sqft$2,650–$3,125 /mo12 units availableApply now: https screen boompay app a vYmNVvgVqTFKCMvikgaS
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650+ sqft$3,100–$4,050 /mo12 units availableApply now: https screen boompay app a L85Yaueez2vAPIXCWfXW
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath869+ sqft$3,999–$5,350 /mo15 units availableApply now: https screen boompay app a mLsdntwTBIv5aBVzUI5N
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3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,235+ sqft$6,275–$7,000 /mo3 units availableApply now: https screen boompay app a B3X1gf73RntVWw3biuWY

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Amenities for The Maximilian at Watertown

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Cats OKDogs OK
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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Maximilian at Watertown

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Set in Watertown, MA, The Maximilian is a 137-unit residential community offering studio through three-bedroom apartments built for quiet, comfort, and thoughtful living. Residences feature generous windows, private balconies, city views, quartz countertops, and smart home technology, carefully composed for ease and flow. Shared spaces extend that same intention, from the second-floor outdoor terrace with sauna and cold plunge to the co-working lounge, boutique fitness center, and club room, creating a community built around the way you actually live.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, The Maximilian at Watertown is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Maximilian at Watertown has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Maximilian at Watertown
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Maximilian at Watertown stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Maximilian at Watertown is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Maximilian at Watertown is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Maximilian at Watertown does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Maximilian at Watertown provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 The Maximilian at Watertown compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 66 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Downtown Watertown

Studio apartments at The Maximilian at Watertown cost about 33% more than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Watertown.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Watertown.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Maximilian at Watertown to be 65% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Watertown.

3-bedroom apartments at The Maximilian at Watertown cost about 96% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Downtown Watertown.

Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Downtown Watertown
Watertown Town
A table of studio rental data trends in Watertown Town
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,110
December 2025$2,100
January 2026$2,185
February 2026$2,178
March 2026$2,212
April 2026$2,200
May 2026$2,362
June 2026$2,237
July 2026$2,394
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Watertown
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,100
December 2024$2,100
March 2025$2,000

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$106,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $106,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,650.
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Schools near The Maximilian at Watertown

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-

Hosmer Elementary School

1 concord rd

watertown, MA, 2472

PK, K-5Public
B

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic

Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program

510 moody st

waltham, MA, 2453

K-5Public
C
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Getting around Watertown near 53 Pleasant St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 53 Pleasant St, Watertown

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-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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