Available September 1. Charming & elegant 2 bedroom apartment on 2nd & 3rd floors of a multi family home in East Watertown. The unit has a recently renovated kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Renovated bathroom including a tiled shower. This freshly painted unit also features hardwood floors and original woodwork throughout offering an appealing Victorian style. Sun splashed with a washer/dryer in the basement, gas heat, off street parking for 2 cars (tandem), extra storage, 2 sizable bedrooms, and a dining room with built in China Cabinet. Located in bustling East Watertown with quick access to all the restaurants and shops it has to offer. Easy access to Watertown Square, Arsenal Yards, Brighton, Cambridge, and Boston. Steps to 71 bus.
Owner pays water & sewer. Tenant pays gas and electric bills. Parking for 2cars (tandem). No pets, no smoking. 12 month lease.
291 Mount Auburn St
Watertown, MA 02472
Apartment building
2-4 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
What's special
Quartz countertopsRenovated bathroomRecently renovated kitchenStainless steel appliancesTiled showerAppealing victorian styleHardwood floors
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Microwave oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
- Tile
Neighborhood: 02472
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
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Somewhat WalkableBike Score®
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BikeableNearby schools in Watertown
Hosmer Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Watertown Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.1 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Watertown High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.1 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 291 Mount Auburn St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
291 Mount Auburn St is located at 291 Mount Auburn St, Watertown, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Starbucks, Dunkin', and Super Fusion Cuisine II.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 291 Mount Auburn St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 291 Mount Auburn St include Mt Auburn Medical Bldg (0.5 miles away), Associates in Dermatology (0.6 miles away), and Atrius Health Watertown (0.7 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 291 Mount Auburn St?
The schools assigned to 291 Mount Auburn St include Hosmer Elementary School, Watertown Middle School, and Watertown High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 291 Mount Auburn St?
291 Mount Auburn St is located near 5 grocery stores, including Massis Bakery (0.6 miles) and Arax Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Lexus of Watertown, are approximately 0.4 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 291 Mount Auburn St?
291 Mount Auburn St is located within 0.5 miles of Harvard Business Publishing, 0.6 miles of Edassist, and 1 mile of Deree The American College of Greece.
