Townhomes Massachusetts Middlesex County Watertown East Watertown

$3,500 Total Monthly Price

20 Wells Ave

Watertown, MA 02472

617-909-9420

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,050 sq ft
Available

Available May 22

Highlights

Golf Course Community
Medical Services
Deck
Property is near public transit and schools
Freestanding Bathtub
Main Floor Primary Bedroom

20 Wells Ave

About This Home

$3,500 deposit, Available May 22

Bright and spacious open-concept first-floor apartment in highly sought-after East Watertown. The apartment features 2 bedrooms,a modern bathroom with a stunning freestanding tub and walk-in shower,and an open kitchen with stainless steel appliances that flows into the dining and living areas,perfect for entertaining. Hardwood floors run throughout,and central air and heat provide year-round comfort. Outside,you'll find a large fenced-in yard with a private deck and patio space,ideal for relaxing or hosting gatherings. The unit also includes two off-street parking spaces and a washer/dryer in the basement. Located on a quiet,one-way street,the apartment offers a peaceful living environment and is pet-friendly with a $100/month pet fee. Just minutes from Harvard,the Charles River,Arsenal Yards,and more. This location offers convenience and charm,with easy access to the #71 bus line for quick commutes to Harvard Square and Boston. First month's rent and Security deposit! MLS ID 73521624

20 Wells Ave is a townhome located in Middlesex County and the 02472 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Watertown School District attendance zone.

* 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

Freestanding Bathtub Primary Bedroom on Main 1 Full Bathroom 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Property Attached Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

1,050 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Freezer Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,500 Property Available on 7/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number 855272 Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, gardener, laundry facilities, parking

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

9,999 Sq Ft Lot Fenced Yard

Outdoor Features

Deck Porch Patio

Parking

2 Open Parking Spaces 2 Car Parking Spaces

Utilities

Cooling Available Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops Laundry Facilities

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Dogs and Cats Allowed Small pets allowed

Recreation

Golf Course Community Tennis Courts Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $3,500

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 Brittney Lamme | PH Realty Group
Phone Number
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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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Amenities

Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave

Range
Refrigerator
Freezer

Fenced Lot
Patio
Porch

Deck

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Harvard University	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi
Lesley University	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Boston College, Brighton	Drive:	9 min	3.0 mi
Lesley University, Porter	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi

20 Wells Ave is within 5 minutes or 2.2 miles from Harvard University. It is also near Lesley University and Boston College, Brighton.

Schools

Hosmer Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

693 Students

Attendance Zone

Watertown Middle School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

591 Students

Attendance Zone

Watertown High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

728 Students

Attendance Zone

St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School

Private Elementary School

Grades PK-5

141 Students

Nearby

Atrium School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

126 Students

Nearby

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades PK-12

1,439 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Watertown include Alewife, located 2.4 miles from 20 Wells Ave. 20 Wells Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 10.5 miles or 18 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Alewife	Drive:	4 min	2.4 mi
Harvard Avenue Station	Drive:	6 min	2.7 mi
Allston Street Station	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi
Warren Street Station	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Waverley	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi
Belmont Center	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi
Porter Square	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi
Newtonville	Drive:	6 min	3.3 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	9 min	4.9 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	18 min	10.5 mi

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

50 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 20 Wells Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Watertown Mall	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Star's at Cambridge	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi
Arsenal Yards	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi

20 Wells Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. 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	1.8 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site	Drive:	7 min	3.3 mi

20 Wells Ave has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Mount Auburn Hospital	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center	Drive:	7 min	2.7 mi