Massachusetts Middlesex County Watertown East Watertown 21 Richards Rd Unit 21

$3,700 Total Monthly Price

21 Richards Rd Unit 21

Watertown, MA 02472

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617-501-6158

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,300 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Property is near public transit
Wood Flooring
Main Floor Primary Bedroom
1 Fireplace
Solid Surface Countertops
Home Office

21 Richards Rd Unit 21

About This Home

$3,700 deposit, Available Now

The perfect blend of everything all in one. An unbeatable 1st floor apartment for those who have set their sights on something special. This is an apartment that truly feels like home. With a multitude of period details and updates,this space is so much more than your "Cookie Cutter" 4 walls. Let's start with a modern kitchen featuring white shaker style cabinets,subway tile backsplash and granite countertops. Additionally there is a counter overhang for barstool seating. If you're in the mood to entertain,enjoy the formal size dining room. Details include red oak hardwood floors,french doors,crown moldings and decorative lighting. The street is a lightly traveled side road yet convenient to Cambridge and Boston via public transportation or car. There is a washing machine and dryer exclusively for this unit. Let's not forget there is an open storage area in the basement. Heating and hot water is generated by gas. MLS# 73433481

21 Richards 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

Year Built

Built in 1920

Basement

Laundry in Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Primary Bedroom on Main 1 Full Bathroom 3 Bedrooms

Flooring

Wood Ceramic Tile

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace Home Office Crown Molding 1,300 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Solid Surface Countertops Dishwasher

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,700 Assessor Parcel Number 853787 Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, parking

Location

Property is near public transit

Lot Details

6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Outdoor Features

Porch

Parking

1 Car Garage

Utilities

No Cooling Heating System Uses Steam Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Laundry Facilities Common Area

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Recreation

Park

Fees and Policies

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

Pet policies are negotiable.

Contact

Listed by Cynthia Lanciloti | Kraft Fine Homes
Phone Number
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Amenities

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

Porch

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:	6 min	2.8 mi
Boston College, Brighton	Drive:	9 min	3.4 mi
Lesley University	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi
Boston College	Drive:	10 min	4.0 mi

21 Richards Rd Unit 21 is within 9 minutes or 3.4 miles from Boston College, Brighton. It is also near Harvard University and Lesley University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Watertown include Alewife, located 3.0 miles from 21 Richards Rd Unit 21. 21 Richards Rd Unit 21 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 11.1 miles or 19 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Alewife	Drive:	5 min	3.0 mi
Alewife Station	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi
Allston Street Station	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi
Warren Street Station	Drive:	7 min	3.3 mi
Boston College Station	Drive:	9 min	3.8 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Waverley	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
Belmont Center	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Newtonville	Drive:	5 min	2.7 mi
Porter Square	Drive:	8 min	3.7 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	8 min	4.3 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	19 min	11.1 mi

Very Walkable

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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.

Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 21 Richards Rd Unit 21.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Watertown Square Plaza	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi
Watertown Square	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Cushing Square	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi

21 Richards Rd Unit 21 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:	5 min	2.4 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Beaver Brook Reservation	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary	Drive:	10 min	3.6 mi
Chestnut Hill Reservation	Drive:	9 min	3.7 mi

21 Richards Rd Unit 21 has 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Beaver Brook Reservation, Longfellow National Historic Site, and Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Mount Auburn Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center	Drive:	6 min	2.7 mi
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi