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  • 85-87 Putnam St

    Watertown, MA 02472

    Apartment building
    2-5 beds
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

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    What's special

    In unit laundryHuge private front deckStand-up showerPrivate back deckDecorative fireplaceUpdated eat in kitchenSeparate formal dining room
    RENOVATED 3 BED 2 BATH ON WATERTOWN S EAST END FOR NOW! JUST RENOVATED AND WON'T LAST! DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL, MODERN 3 BED 2 BATH IN WATERTOWN S EAST END AVAILABLE NOW! DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS NEWLY RENOVATED 3 BED 2 BATH ON PUTNAM STREET IN WATERTOWN S HIGHLY DESIRABLE EAST END NEIGHBORHOOD ON THE SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR OF A VERY WELL-MAINTAINED TWO-FAMILY HOME, THIS UNIT FEATURES: - JUST FRESHLY PAINTED! - RECESSED, LIGHTING INSTALLED! - HARDWOOD AND TILED FLOORS THROUGHOUT! - BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED EAT IN KITCHEN WITH BRAND, NEW STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES THE LEADS OUT TO A PRIVATE BACK DECK! - SEPARATE FORMAL DINING ROOM WITH BEAUTIFUL DECORATIVE FIREPLACE - LARGE LIVINGROOM THAT OPENS TO A HUGE PRIVATE FRONT DECK! - 2 SPACIOUS BEDROOMS ON THE FIRST LEVEL AND ANOTHER LARGE BEDROOM ON SECOND LEVEL WITH TONS OF CLOSET SPACE! - A TASTEFULLY UPDATED FIRST LEVEL BATH - LARGE SECOND LEVEL FULL BATH WITH STAND-UP SHOWER AND IN UNIT LAUNDRY!! - PRIVATE BACK DECK - CENTRAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING - ONE DRIVEWAY PARKING SPACE INCLUDED IN THE RENT! - PETS CONSIDERED ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS - SHARED YARD, AND MORE! CLOSE TO ALL MAJOR ROUTES, PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION, AND SHOPPING. MINUTES TO ARSENAL YARDS, STORROW DRIVE AND MEMORIAL DRIVE FOR QUICK ACCESS TO DOWNTOWN BOSTON!! EXCELLENT DEAL AT $3,895 PER MONTH! WON T LAST LONG! CALL TO ARRANGE A SHOWING! AVAILABLE NOW! PLEASE, NO UNDERGRADUATES OR SMOKERS. VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE, INQUIRE FOR LINK. * SOME PICTURES VIRTUALLY STAGED. THERE IS NO BASEMENT STORAGE AVAILABLE. Advertising Licensee Represents Landlord. Rent (Total Monthly Price): $3,895/month (12-month lease) - Mandatory Move-In Costs: $3,895 / Security deposit: $3,895 - Total Amount due at signing: $7,990. - Utilities: Tenant pays gas/electricity/water. Optional Fee: None Disclaimer: Listing data is provided by third parties for personal, non-commercial use and may change without notice. The licensee does not claim exclusivity and does not represent the landlord or tenant unless agreed to in writing. Landlord representation, if any, will be stated in the listing. Broker fees apply only if we represent you under a written agreement, and the responsible party will be the one who signs that agreement. Before touring or applying, you must review and sign our Disclosure Agreement.

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    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Flooring
    • Hardwood
    • Tile
    Other
    • Fireplace

    Neighborhood: 02472

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    Watertown’s 02472 blends suburban calm with urban convenience along the Charles River, with four-season New England weather—colorful falls, snowy winters, and warm summers. Anchored by Arsenal Yards and Watertown Mall (Target, Best Buy), it offers Armenian groceries and bakeries in Coolidge Square, cafes and restaurants near Watertown Square, and grocery options like Trader Joe’s and local markets. Outdoor time centers on the Charles River Greenway plus Arsenal and Filippello parks (dog friendly), while the Mosesian Center for the Arts, GymIt, and Central Rock Gym add arts and fitness. MBTA buses reach Harvard and Kenmore, and Soldiers Field Road and the Mass Pike make commuting easy. The area draws young professionals and families and is notably pet friendly. According to Zillow Market Trends in recent months, the median asking rent is around $3,200, with most rentals typically ranging about $2,600–$4,000.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    75 / 100
    Very Walkable
    81 / 100
    Very Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 85-87 Putnam St?

    85-87 Putnam St has a walk score of 75, it's very walkable.

    What schools are assigned to 85-87 Putnam St?

    The schools assigned to 85-87 Putnam St include Hosmer Elementary School, Watertown Middle School, and Watertown High School.

    Does 85-87 Putnam St have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, 85-87 Putnam St has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is 85-87 Putnam St in?

    85-87 Putnam St is in the 02472 neighborhood in Watertown, MA.