
44 Cottage St, Watertown, MA 02472
What This House Offers
Renovated 5-bed 4-bath single-family home,perfectly positioned on a quiet dead-end street just minutes from Harvard Square. Filled with natural light,the home... offers a new kitchen,four new full baths,a spacious third-floor main suite,and four additional bedrooms. The Cambridge/Watertown Greenway at the end of the street provides a peaceful half-mile walk or bike ride to Fresh Pond Park,while favorites like Sofra,Intelligentsia,and Star Market are only a block away. The 71 and 75 bus stops are a 1-minute walk,offering quick,direct access to Harvard Square. Enjoy a fenced-in side yard,3 dedicated parking spaces,gas forced-air heating,window A/C provided,and in-unit laundry. With top-tier neighborhood amenities,this home delivers exceptional convenience and comfort in one of Cambridge’s most desirable locations. Available fully furnished or unfurnished for longer-term lease.12-18 Mths No Util Incl $6,500,1-5 Mths $8,500 Util Inc,6-11 Mths $7,500 Util Inc MLS# 73462344
Unit
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2500 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
44 Cottage St is located in Watertown, Massachusetts in the 02472 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1900
- Single Family Detached Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 2500 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Range
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on third floor
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
- Washer
Parking
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- 3 Car Parking Spaces
Lot Details
- Fenced Yard
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $6,500
- Property Available on 2026-05-01
- Assessor Parcel Number 856173
- Rent includes sewer, trash collection, snow removal, laundry facilities, parking
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Jogging Path
- Park
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
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Watertown, MA 02472
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable85 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit48 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable81 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Hosmer Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Watertown Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Atrium School
Grades PK-8
Private
Watertown High
Grades 9-12
Public
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Harvard University
Drive: 4 min (1.9 mi)
Lesley University
Drive: 6 min (2.6 mi)
Cambridge College
Drive: 5 min (2.6 mi)
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 6 min (2.9 mi)
Discover East Watertown, Watertown, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 44 Cottage St proximity to Star's at Cambridge, Watertown Mall, and Arsenal Yards. Star's at Cambridge is 0.4 miles away, and Watertown Mall is within a 17 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 48, 44 Cottage St has some transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.3 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Alewife.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 44 Cottage St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Airports
Living in East Watertown provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 18 minutes from 44 Cottage St.
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