
21-23 Richards Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
What This Townhouse Offers
Spacious and beautifully updated 3-bedroom,1-bath duplex offering 2,000 sq ft of living space! This oversized 8-room home features sparkling hardwood floors... ,fresh paint throughout,and a large finished bonus room perfect for a family room,gym,or playroom. Enjoy a charming fireplaced living room with French doors leading to a sunny home office/den and a cozy screened porch. The updated kitchen includes a dishwasher and in-unit washer & dryer for added convenience. Additional highlights include a formal dining room with a built-in china hutch,extra basement storage,and parking for three cars (1 garage space and 2 driveway space). Conveniently located just one mile from the Cambridge line,close to Watertown Square's shops and restaurants,with public transportation right at the corner. Pets considered with landlord approval. MLS ID 73552072
Unit
- $4,300
Total Monthly Price - 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2000 sq. ft.
- Available Sep 1
Townhome Features
- Basement
- Disposal
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Microwave
- Porch
- Range
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
- Garages
- Utilities Included
21-23 Richards Rd is a townhome for rent in Watertown, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$4,300
- Garage
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.
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1920
- Property Attached
- Entry on the 2nd floor
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- Screened Porch
- Window Screens
- 2000 Sq Ft Home
- Decorative Lighting
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
- Washer
Basement
- Basement
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Rain Gutters
Lot Details
- 6534 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
Location
- Property is near public transit
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $4,300
- Property Available on 2026-09-01
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, gardener, extra storage, garden area, laundry facilities, parking
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Common Area
Recreation
- Jogging Path
- Park
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Explore Commute Options
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- Walk Time--
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- Public Transit--
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Watertown, MA 02472
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Some public transit50 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Hosmer Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Private
Watertown Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Watertown High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Perkins School For The Blind
Grades PK-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (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 mi)
Discover East Watertown, Watertown, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 21-23 Richards Rd proximity to Watertown Square Plaza, 453-459 Common St, and Cushing Square. Watertown Square Plaza is 0.8 miles away, and 453-459 Common St is within a 20 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 21-23 Richards Rd has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 4.3 miles. Transit options include Warren Street Station and Allston Street Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 21-23 Richards Rd are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Beaver Brook Reservation, Longfellow National Historic Site, and Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.
Airports
Living in East Watertown provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 19 minutes from 21-23 Richards Rd.
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