$2,890 - $3,657
- Studio+
- 1+ ba
- 350+ sqft
Forte at 1440 Beacon
For rent
1156 Commonwealth Ave
Watertown, MA 02472
Apartment building
Studio-3 beds
Available units
To contact, request a tour, or apply, select a unit below. Each unit has its own contact details.
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 -- Studio, 1 ba | 325 | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $1,900 |
 Unit 15 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $1,900 |
 Unit 31 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $1,950 |
 Unit 33 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Now | $1,995 |
 Unit 23 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Dec 2 | Fees may apply $1,995 |
 Unit 42 Studio, 1 ba | 375 | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $2,050 |
 Unit 43 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $2,050 |
 Unit 1 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $2,075 |
 Unit 14L 1 bd, 1 ba | -- | Now | Fees may apply $2,350 |
 Unit 2A 1 bd, 1 ba | -- | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $2,350 |
 Unit 29 1 bd, 1 ba | -- | Dec 1 | $2,400 |
Unit 10 2 bd, 1 ba | -- | Sep 1 | Fees may apply $2,400 |
 -- 3 bd, 1.5 ba | -- | Now | Fees may apply $4,200 |
Neighborhood: 02472
Areas of interest
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Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseBike Score®
 / 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Watertown
Hosmer Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 2.5 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Watertown Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 3.7 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Watertown High School
Grades 9-12 • 3.7 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
4/10Living in Watertown
Bemis and East Watertown sit in a compact, largely residential part of Watertown, with the Charles River shaping the southern edge and Boston-area weather bringing snowy winters and warm summers. East Watertown has a lively commercial corridor along Mount Auburn Street, with restaurants, cafés, and everyday shops, while nearby Watertown Square adds more dining and services. The Charles River paths offer room for walking and cycling, and local parks and playgrounds provide outdoor breaks; the Watertown Free Public Library is another useful neighborhood amenity. Watertown’s history is visible in its historic buildings and in the nearby Perkins School for the Blind campus. Bus routes connect the area with Cambridge and Boston, and the river paths make short trips on foot or by bike appealing. For ZIP code 02472, the median rent is $2,850 per month, with a typical range of $950 to $6,987.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 1156 Commonwealth Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?
1156 Commonwealth Ave is located at 1156 Commonwealth Ave, Watertown, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Clear Flour Bread, Shabu-Zen, and LimeRed Teahouse.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 1156 Commonwealth Ave?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 1156 Commonwealth Ave include Brighton Marine Health Center (0.8 miles away), Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, West Campus - Farr Building (1 mile away), and Joslin Diabetes Center (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 1156 Commonwealth Ave?
The schools assigned to 1156 Commonwealth Ave include Hosmer Elementary School, Watertown Middle School, and Watertown High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 1156 Commonwealth Ave?
1156 Commonwealth Ave is located near 7 grocery stores, including The Butcherie (0.3 miles) and Maruichi Japanese Food & Deli (0.6 miles). Additional shopping options, including Orchard Skateshop, are approximately 0.2 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 1156 Commonwealth Ave?
1156 Commonwealth Ave is located within 0.4 miles of 1019 Study Lounge, 0.4 miles of Florida Ruffin Ridley School, and 0.5 miles of Prometric Testing Center.
