Massachusetts Middlesex County Watertown East Watertown 17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2

$3,800 Total Monthly Price

17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2

Watertown, MA 02472

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617-733-9635

Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

2,104 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Golf Course Community
Deck
Property is near public transit
No Cooling
Shops
Hot Water Heating System

17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2

About This Home

$3,800 deposit, Available Now

Available February 1st 2026. Welcome to this large,charming two-level 4 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment! Located on the upper two floors of this 2-family property,you can enjoy multiple private decks and balconies that enjoy views overlooking the Oakley Country Club golf course. Features include hardwood floors,gumwood molding,skylights and in-unit laundry. Classic open layout follows dining room into living room into bright staircase landing area accessible to street-side front porch. 1 car garage space with 2 tandem surface parking spaces included. Plenty of storage in the basement. Easy commuting access to Cambridge and Boston via car,bus or bike. Restaurants,shopping and parks all in close proximity. NO smoking. Well-referenced pet may be considered. Please EMAIL ONLY for showing appointments and video tour. MLS# 73451561

17 Commonwealth Rd is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02472 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Full Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

2,104 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,800 Property Available on 2/1/26 12 Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 4272317 Rent includes occupancy only

Location

Property is near public transit

Lot Details

2.3 Acre Lot

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

1 Car Garage

Utilities

No Cooling Hot Water Heating System Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Shops

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Recreation

Golf Course Community

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    $3,800

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Contact

Listed by Jeffrey Stephens | Compass
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Amenities

Dishwasher

Range

Refrigerator

Deck

Neighborhood

East Watertown is a great option for renters who want to be near other metro cities. The neighborhood is seven miles from Boston and just four miles from Cambridge, providing easy access for work, school, or entertainment. Boston University and Harvard University are just two schools convenient to East Watertown. Although residents enjoy proximity to Boston, East Watertown has plenty to offer. The neighborhood is home to Watertown Mall along with several big-box stores and popular retailers. This wooded locale has multiple parks like Arsenal Community Park and Skate Park, which provides great views of the Charles River. East Watertown merges the old and new with rental options available for every budget. Renovated historic buildings neighbor modern, high-rise apartments standing side-by-side with small, brick buildings that add extra charm.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Harvard University	Drive:	5 min	2.6 mi
Lesley University	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi
Lesley University, Porter	Drive:	8 min	3.5 mi
Boston College, Brighton	Drive:	10 min	3.5 mi

17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2 is within 5 minutes or 2.6 miles from Harvard University. It is also near Lesley University and Boston College, Brighton.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Watertown include Alewife, located 2.8 miles from 17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2. 17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 10.9 miles or 19 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Alewife	Drive:	5 min	2.8 mi
Alewife Station	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Harvard Square Station	Drive:	6 min	3.1 mi
Allston Street Station	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi
Warren Street Station	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Waverley	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
Belmont Center	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Newtonville	Drive:	6 min	3.4 mi
Porter Square	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	9 min	5.0 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	19 min	10.9 mi

Very Walkable

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Some Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Very Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Cushing Square	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Star's at Cambridge	Walk:	22 min	1.2 mi
Watertown Mall	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi

17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Longfellow National Historic Site	Drive:	4 min	2.1 mi
Beaver Brook Reservation	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary	Drive:	8 min	2.9 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi

17 Commonwealth Rd Unit 2 has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Beaver Brook Reservation, Longfellow National Historic Site, and Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.