216 Palfrey St, Watertown, MA 02472
What This Townhouse Offers
Perched atop desirable Palfrey Hill,this sun-filled townhouse offers an impressive combination of space,flexibility,privacy and convenience. Freshly painted and… featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths,the home offers beautiful hilltop views,hardwood floors,central A/C,in-unit laundry and an updated granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances. A standout partially above-grade lower level is filled with natural light and offers great flexibility as a family room,home office,gym or additional living space,with direct access to a huge private deck featuring amazing sunset views. Two off-street parking spaces and a new roof add to the list. Ideally located just minutes from Watertown Square and Arsenal Yards,with easy access to restaurants,shopping,Charles River paths,public transportation,Cambridge,Downtown Boston,the Mass Pike and major commuter routes. Enjoy a quiet hilltop setting while keeping everything Watertown,Cambridge and Boston have to offer within easy reach. Flexible move-in date available. First month’s rent,last month’s rent and security deposit required. Available for private showings. MLS ID 73570184
Unit
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Deck
- Heating
- Microwave
- Range
- Washer/Dryer
216 Palfrey St is a townhome for rent in Watertown, MA
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
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Security Deposit - Refundable$3,495
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Watertown, MA 02472
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Some public transit
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
21 min Drive
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Bentley University | Drive: 6 min (2.4 mi) |
| Boston College, Brighton | Drive: 11 min (3.8 mi) |
| Harvard University | Drive: 9 min (4 mi) |
| Boston College | Drive: 11 min (4.5 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 216 Palfrey St proximity to Watertown Square Plaza, Watertown Square, and Stop & Shop Plaza. Watertown Square Plaza is 0.7 miles away, and Watertown Square is within a 14 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, 216 Palfrey St has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 4.3 miles. Transit options include Warren Street Station and Boston College Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 216 Palfrey St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.4 miles, including Beaver Brook Reservation, Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, and Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.
Airports
Living in Watertown West End provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 22 minutes from 216 Palfrey St.
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