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Monthly Rent
$2,475 - $5,338
Plus Fees
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
614 - 1,320 sq ft
Welcome to Riverbend on the Charles, where luxury living and pet-friendly comfort come together in the heart of Watertown. Ideally located just minutes from Downtown and the scenic Charles River, our studio, 1-, and 2-bedroom apartments feature modern finishes and smart design to complement your lifestyle. Enjoy access to a full suite of high-end amenities crafted for relaxation, connection, and convenience. Experience the vibrant lifestyle that awaitsschedule your personalized tour of Riverbend on the Charles today.
Highlights
- High Ceilings
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
- Business Center
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit A337price $2,475square feet 658availibility Now
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Unit A328price $2,475square feet 658availibility Dec 15
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Unit A137price $2,538square feet 658availibility Jan 7, 2026
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Unit A130price $2,615square feet 767availibility Now
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Unit B201price $2,615square feet 787availibility Now
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Unit B205price $2,745square feet 787availibility Now
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Unit B304price $2,730square feet 858availibility Now
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Unit A139price $2,760square feet 863availibility Now
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Unit A326price $2,886square feet 895availibility Now
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Unit A436price $2,886square feet 879availibility Now
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Unit A221price $3,133square feet 902availibility Jan 25, 2026
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Unit B211price $3,435square feet 1,132availibility Now
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Unit B210price $3,435square feet 1,132availibility Now
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Unit A439price $3,668square feet 1,136availibility Dec 16
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Unit A203price $3,781square feet 1,129availibility Feb 25, 2026
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Unit A337price $2,475square feet 658availibility Now
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Unit A328price $2,475square feet 658availibility Dec 15
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Unit A137price $2,538square feet 658availibility Jan 7, 2026
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Unit A130price $2,615square feet 767availibility Now
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Unit B201price $2,615square feet 787availibility Now
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Unit B205price $2,745square feet 787availibility Now
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Unit B304price $2,730square feet 858availibility Now
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Unit A139price $2,760square feet 863availibility Now
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Unit A326price $2,886square feet 895availibility Now
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Unit A436price $2,886square feet 879availibility Now
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Unit A221price $3,133square feet 902availibility Jan 25, 2026
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Unit B211price $3,435square feet 1,132availibility Now
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Unit B210price $3,435square feet 1,132availibility Now
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Unit A439price $3,668square feet 1,136availibility Dec 16
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Unit A203price $3,781square feet 1,129availibility Feb 25, 2026
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Cost Calculator to add these fees to the base price.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Move-In
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ReKey FeeCharged per unit.$150
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Security DepositCharged per unit.$500
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Due at Move-In
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Garage Lot$150 for a second vehicle
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Bridge Risk LiabilityCharged per unit.$12 / mo
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Pet RentCharged per unit.$90 / mo
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Early Termination FeeEarly Termination Fee Charged per unit.200% of base rent
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NSF Tenant FeeNSF Tenant Fee Charged per unit.$25 / occurrence
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MTM Flat FeeMonth to Month Flat Fee Charged per unit.$1,000 / occurrence
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Late FeeLate Fee Charged per unit.10% of base rent / occurrence
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.
Details
Property Information
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Built in 2012
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170 units/5 stories
Matterport 3D Tour
About Riverbend on the Charles
Welcome to Riverbend on the Charles, where luxury living and pet-friendly comfort come together in the heart of Watertown. Ideally located just minutes from Downtown and the scenic Charles River, our studio, 1-, and 2-bedroom apartments feature modern finishes and smart design to complement your lifestyle. Enjoy access to a full suite of high-end amenities crafted for relaxation, connection, and convenience. Experience the vibrant lifestyle that awaitsschedule your personalized tour of Riverbend on the Charles today.
Riverbend on the Charles is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02472 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Watertown attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Available Storage Units for Your Convenience
- Expansive Walk-in Closets
- Scenic River and Courtyard Views
- Warm & Inviting Fireplace
- Bridge Credit Plus
- Impressive 14-foot Ceilings
- In-Home Washer & Dryer
- Modern Stainless-Steel Appliances
- Monthly Resident Events
- Pet-Friendly Community
- Professional On-Site Management
- Cozy Outdoor Fire Pit for Social Gatherings
- Easy & Secure Online Rent Payments
- Private Balcony for Outdoor Enjoyment
- Rich Espresso-finished Wood Cabinetry
- Sleek Quartz Countertops
- Bridge Living App
- Elegant Hardwood Flooring
- Spacious Bike Storage Area
- Updater
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Clubhouse
Business Center
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Online Services
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Quartz Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Walk-In Closets
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Online Services
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Available Storage Units for Your Convenience
- Expansive Walk-in Closets
- Scenic River and Courtyard Views
- Warm & Inviting Fireplace
- Bridge Credit Plus
- Impressive 14-foot Ceilings
- In-Home Washer & Dryer
- Modern Stainless-Steel Appliances
- Monthly Resident Events
- Pet-Friendly Community
- Professional On-Site Management
- Cozy Outdoor Fire Pit for Social Gatherings
- Easy & Secure Online Rent Payments
- Private Balcony for Outdoor Enjoyment
- Rich Espresso-finished Wood Cabinetry
- Sleek Quartz Countertops
- Bridge Living App
- Elegant Hardwood Flooring
- Spacious Bike Storage Area
- Updater
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Quartz Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Walk-In Closets
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Watertown was one of the first English settlements in the early 1600’s. Today, the city (part of the Greater Boston area) is a charming and desirable setting along the Charles River. Watertown’s West End is classic New England. Charming historic homes on tree-lined streets embody the charm of Boston and the surrounding areas. The rental market here is diverse, and outside of long-standing homes you’ll find modern mid-rise apartments close to the river. West End is popular with families since it’s just outside of the heart of the city, and residents have access to highly rated schools. Explore the history of the area at Browne House, or head closer to Watertown Square for more museums, parks, and shopping and dining options along Beacon Street.
Learn more about living in Watertown West End| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.5 mi |
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Transportation options available in Watertown include Newton Centre Station, located 3.7 miles from Riverbend on the Charles. Riverbend on the Charles is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 12.2 miles or 21 minutes away.
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.9 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.1 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.2 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi | |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 21 min | 12.2 mi |
Time and distance from Riverbend on the Charles.
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| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Beaver Brook Reservation
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
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Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.0 mi |
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Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi |
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Chestnut Hill Reservation
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.3 mi |
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Hammond Pond Reservation
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.4 mi |
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.6 mi |
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 19 min | 9.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 11.9 mi |
Property Ratings at Riverbend on the Charles
Great property not to mention in an excellent location.. I am very impressed with the management team. Nicole and Alex are always very helpful and patient with my questions.. Rolando the new maintenance supervisor is the best Riverbend has ever had. They are all so friendly and Welcoming! I love living here and you will too!
I've been living here for about three years now, and I absolutely love it! The staff is always friendly, cooperative, and quick to assist whenever needed. Communication regarding updates and apartment-related matters has always been smooth and transparent. The building itself is well-constructed, providing a quiet and comfortable living environment. The amenities are excellent, and the location is incredibly convenient—everything I need is just a short distance away. I truly enjoy living here and look forward to many more years in this wonderful community!
ROTC is comprised of 2 buildings. One us way across the street diagonally. No amenities, sane rent. The parking area is very small and literally only partially covered....this makes no sense!!! With this high rent, and the winter weather here, you should have a covered garage! Also for personal safety & to protect car from thieves & vandalism. The carpet is covered with dog per --- I love dogs & it's what they do, but the management should CLEAN it. It is eerily quiet here. The location sucks. Watertown is super depressing.....nothing at all in this town. I stopped around to a lot if places and you can do MUCH better elsewhere for the price! I wrote this so you don't waste your time. The gal who showed me around was very nice, but no. Just no.
As Block A residents for 3 years (Riverbend has already come under the management of Berkshire Communities when we moved in), we love this apartment home. Property Manager Cole makes the stay easy for us from day one. Though, as the rental has been rising, it's fair to wonder about its values. Riverbend's strong points are compelling: 1) Fully-covered garage means never having to shovel; parking lots are assigned, they kept a lookout so adjacent vehicles' sizes fit well together 2) Healthy trail Charles River Bike Path is literally at Block A's *doorstep*! 3) Gym machines w cable TV (busy ~7am and 7pm, great all other times) 4) Better feng shui than the apartment community near Farwell Road graveyard 5) Refreshingly restful compared to living downtown, or even by Watertown Square/Yard where there's a constant flow of traffic (Bonus: During day time in spring/summer, Blk A's courtyard sounds like a bird sanctuary - delightfully tranquil) 6) The 24x7 incoming-package lockers have been very assuring and easy to use! Other conveniences: 7) The ONSITE maintenance team keeps getting better too - current team Jaime and Patrick are responsive, respectful of hygiene (they wear shoe covers when entering the apartment), and cleaned up all dirt/dust - impressively considerate 8) Easy access to Mass Pike. Short drive to 10 supermarkets. Walkable to 24hr CVS. 10) The pool and jacuzzi area (open form Memorial Day to Labor Day), has some 40 deck chairs and that's plenty; the firepit and two BBQ grills are open year round from 8am to 10pm Some initiatives that may help: *Water pressure: The showerhead's water-saving but time-consuming. Changing it (to a self-provided Kohler's Awaken 2.0gpm, ~$25) has been a great move from day one, and the maintenance team gladly helped. *You may hear activities at the hallway, from adjacent units during summer when windows are open, and muted thumping from upstairs (hello happy but heavy dogs, shoes on uncarpeted floor). Curtains and rugs help keep it soft. *A Maintenance Request or amicable conversation with the management may easily address areas for ongoing improvement. The Starbucks machine in the lobby is generously refilled now. Fresh new carpet has been installed in the lobby too. At the end of the day, when you come home to the spectacular sunsets, the gorgeous river teeming with life, and strolling amidst all these, all are good indeed. Now, time to bake some cookies in that nice Whirlpool oven...
The interior of the apartments themselves are nice, but as a whole, I think Riverbend is way overpriced (which is probably why there seems to be such a high resident turnover). There are several amenities (e.g., gym, pool, outdoor area, visitor parking), but they're not really sufficient for the community size. This is also not a good place to live if you don't like dogs - they're basically impossible to avoid as there are are a ton in the building and in the neighborhood. Communications from the management office could be better - some notifications are sent too late or don't contain helpful information. For example, we were notified that the fire alarm systems would be tested, but were NOT notified exactly what this would entails - the high-pitched, screeching alarms basically going off for hours (with short breaks).
If you are looking for new, clean, modern, and comfortable apartments, don't look around anymore, this is your place! We have recently moved-in to Riverbend on the Charles and we are absolutely loving it here. The amenities are wonderful and the apartment complex is located next to a great area to walk along the Charles River. The Management and Maintenance staff (Cole, Marilena and Tom) are professional, friendly and efficient. Overall, this is a great and beautiful place to call "home".
I have been living here for 6 months and may never move again after having bounced around for 14 years of my life around boston area apartments/condos/houses renting. The area is safe, beautiful ( walk way along river park ), and just the Management Staff: Cole, Melissa, and Maria are just as cordial, responsive, respectful, just about any positive things I can say and expect from a top tier luxury complex. Thanks so much again, and have a wonderful day! -Jeff C.
Spacious, modern living with beautiful hardwood floors and chrome fixtures. Very nice amenities (gym, pool, hot tub, billiards table, Starbucks dispensers in the office). Adjacent to the most beautiful part of the Charles river walking path and walking distance to Watertown square. The office and maintenance staff are welcoming, friendly and helpful people. This is the best place I have lived in the Boston area. Great value for the price.
Riverbend on the Charles Photos
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Riverbend on the Charles has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Riverbend on the Charles has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,475/mo. to $5,338/mo.
Yes, Riverbend on the Charles welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,475 for a studio, you would need to earn about $89,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Riverbend on the Charles is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,475.
Yes! Riverbend on the Charles offers 3 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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270 Pleasant St
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