45 Hersom St, Watertown, MA 02472
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,300 sqft

45 Hersom St, Watertown, MA 02472

Home Highlights

Apartment
1,300 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Available 6/15 or 7/1! Spacious 2-3 bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment occupying the top two floors of a 2-family home, with a living room, separate dining room, eat-in kitchen, and front and back porches on the main level. The top floor features a large flex room that works as a third bedroom, home office, or additional living space. Private laundry in the basement. Off-street parking for 2-3 cars. Sits right on the Watertown/Waltham line near Main Street and Watertown Square, with the Bus 70 running directly to Central Square and Cambridge, and Arsenal Yards a short ride away for shopping and dining. Pets considered case-by-case. First and Security deposit due at signing.

Available 6/15 or 7/1! Spacious 2-3 bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment occupying the top two floors of a 2-family home, with a living room, separate dining room, eat-in kitchen, and front and back porches on the main level. The top floor features a large flex room that works as a third bedroom, home office, or additional living space. Private laundry in the basement. Off-street parking for 2-3 cars. Sits right on the Watertown/Waltham line near Main Street and Watertown Square, with the Bus 70 running directly to Central Square and Cambridge, and Arsenal Yards a short ride away for shopping and dining. Pets considered case-by-case. First and last month's rent due at signing.
45 Hersom St, Watertown, MA 02472 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,300 sqft apartment. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2026 with an asking price of $2,750 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 31, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,793/month.

Home Details for 45 Hersom St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Window Unit
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 45 Hersom St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
63-65 Evans St, Watertown, MA
0.31
Apartment
$1,080,000
02/13/26
2
1
1,240 sqft
51 Warren St #B-3, Waltham, MA
0.44
Apartment
$336,200
06/17/26
2
1
710 sqft
33-35 Howard St #33-1, Watertown, MA
0.40
Apartment
$535,000
04/30/26
1
1
735 sqft
32 Whites Ave #E442, Watertown, MA
0.69
Apartment
$475,000
12/03/25
2
2
1,055 sqft
52 York Ave, Watertown, MA
0.90
Apartment
$1,275,000
10/09/25
2
1
1,605 sqft
12 Cuba St, Watertown, MA
0.62
Apartment
$1,130,000
04/03/26
4
2
3,024 sqft
174 Adams St #6, Newton, MA
1.05
Apartment
$888,000
07/15/26
2
2.5
1,471 sqft
12 Gordon Ter #1, Newton, MA
1.27
Apartment
$4,000
06/09/26
3
1.5
1,450 sqft
10 Williams St #62, Watertown, MA
1.30
Apartment
$163,100
02/28/11
1
1
735 sqft
10 Williams St #37, Watertown, MA
1.30
Apartment
$362,000
07/20/26
1
1
670 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Watertown

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,793/mo
Average rent
$2.98K
$25MoM
Available listings
304
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Watertown

At least 398 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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  • Joetacheck
    "Everyone is in bed by 9pm. It’s eerily quiet at night. I hardly ever see my neighbors. Not even the ones that live in my apartment. "
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  • Tirson.pena
    "Watertown is a good town to live in , very safe and clean a friendly community. There a lot of activities and events that happen every year "
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  • Trisha Timpug
    "I’ve lived in Watertown for four years on and off. I absolutely love it! The neighborhood is clean, friendly, and safe. Lots of hidden gems in the neighborhood for restaurants. The biking trail is perfect for my dogs. Watertown will always have a special place in my heart."
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  • Maryam Akbari
    "I live in this area for more than 20 years and I am and my family safe, and Watertown is Multicultural and the all restaurants from different culture are here, you can meet people from all unique backgrounds and cultures, these are all the reasons "
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    "It’s a beautiful area full of seasonal activities and nice people. I love all the businesses and eateries. "
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    "Lots of local shops, arsenal yards is a nice area to go and the paths along the river are nice spaces to visit. "
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  • Mike S
    "We live near great walking paths so it’s convenient for dog owners. There are no dog parks in this neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I hardly have a hall mile to drive to work and most days it takes 15-20 minutes. Most days I could walk quicker, but I’m super lazy so I don’t."
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  • Trulia User
    "there are a lot of parks and a couple dog parks nearby. there are also lots of rabbits to chase. there's great night life for dogs and plenty of options for coffee. lots of good workspaces for dogs that telecommute "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don't have a dog but there are large yards and lots of parks for dog walkers. and bunnies which i think dogs probably like"
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  • Alicia B.
    "plenty of parks and sidewalks to walkand play with your dog. plenty of other dogs in the neighborhood and people are friendly with your dogs"
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  • Donna C.
    "Sense of community and safety old town feel I’m most neighborhoods, small businesses still airing the area "
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  • Michelle D.
    "I’ve grown up here and love it. Easy proximity to the city but with kore space! Lots of families and dogs!"
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  • Kenia M.
    "Loved this place, looking for apartment, quiet city, lovely peoples, just love and live here for many years "
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  • Alicia B.
    "lots of dogs, common areas and walking paths. many dog owners in the neighborhood who pick up after their dogs"
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  • Annette
    "This neighborhood is great. We watch out for each other like a little family. Everyone is super friendly and easy to talk to. "
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  • Taylorcassamas F.
    "nice parks getting to be a little crowded. sleepy little town turning into Cambridge. increase in local traffic as results."
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  • Alia B.
    "Great community. Safe area for families and children. Many public transportation routes including express busses to boston."
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  • Annetta J. W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for a handful of months, it's quiet, and people are kind. We feel safe, people have been helpful as well as kind. "
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  • Natalia
    "Neighbors helping each other with snow removal. People are respectful and quiet for the most part. A lot of people walking their dogs or out with their kids....great place to live!"
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  • Aliza P.
    "It’s great, tons of nice and friendly people! Good schools. I think it’s perfect for a new family. There are places to show within half mile, walking distance."
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  • Tina P.
    "Love the feel of the neighborhood. Close to Boston. Also close to plenty of stores and restaurants and shops, but far enough away from downtown to still have a neighborhood feel. very safe feel. definitely love all of the older homes"
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  • Ilana Z.
    "easy access to downtown Boston and other parts of the city and surrounding areas. weekend buses can be scarce sometimes so plan ahead."
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  • AnaH
    "It’s a great place to live , family environment, clean neighborhood and several parks and good restaurants around. "
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  • Joe E.
    "Springer and summer time events like fairs and things like that on the Weekends are very attractive. I used to live on Arlington street Watertown where there are many things to do: go to gym, ride a bike, playing soccer, walk around the park, and many other things. "
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  • Monica
    "Lots of public transit and family friendly. There are many young families which make this a good place to raise young children. "
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  • Paul p.
    "The dog park , dogs walking around the neighborhood with out being leashed not going out too when it can jump the gates Or the fences themselves m going after other dogs or other people in the neighborhood "
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  • Flomostudio
    "Beautiful homes. Great stores. Cafes and bakeries. Quiet, safe, perfect and close to Harvard square and T line "
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  • Katie B.
    "Greek festival every summer, Armenian festival, all the food festivals are great and highlight all this great neighborhood has to offer "
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  • Yudith0214
    "my neighborhood has very good access to public transportation is a very nice, clean and quite and very good for you to walk your dog, friendly neighbors."
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  • David S.
    "East watertown is centrally located between two bus lines, easy to get to Harvard, lots of shopping, parks, and good family neighborhood "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 31, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,750
May 19, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,750
Feb 24, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
ListingRemoved
Feb 12, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listed For Rent
$2,250

Frequently asked questions about 45 Hersom St

  • Is Watertown a buyer's or seller's market?
    Watertown is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Watertown?
    The median sale price in Watertown is $773K. That is down $6.92K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Watertown?
    Residents describe Watertown, MA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Watertown, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 45 Hersom St?
    The closest schools to 45 Hersom St in Watertown, MA are Cunniff Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), Watertown High School (rated 6/10), Watertown Middle School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 45 Hersom St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 45 Hersom St in Watertown, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 45 Hersom St have parking?
    Yes, 45 Hersom St in Watertown, MA has on-site parking.

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