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Watertown Town, MA Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Martha J.

Worst things about Watertown Town nobody talks about

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a smaller city city with about 35,270 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor...

3 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Isabelle Lopez

Co-working spaces in Watertown Town?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and With a population of 35,270, Watertown Town is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The weather takes some getting used to.

3 replies 19 upvotes jobs
Robert Phillips

Is Watertown Town still affordable?

So, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $737,600 on average. Household incomes average around $123,422 in Watertown Town. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but s...

9 replies 25 upvotes housing
Madeline Morgan

Moving to Watertown Town for work -advice?

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,357 for rent here. Poverty rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $123,422 in Watertown Town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invest...

3 replies 18 upvotes moving
Madeline Morgan

Best apartments in Watertown Town under ?

Longtime lurker here, It's a a smaller city city with about 35,270 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

3 replies 23 upvotes housing
Madeline Morgan

Affordable areas near Watertown Town?

OK so I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

2 replies 20 upvotes housing
Benjamin H.

Relocating to Watertown Town, MA -pros and cons?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $123,422 in Watertown Town. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development.

8 replies 23 upvotes moving
Isabelle Lopez

Worst things about Watertown Town nobody talks about

Hey everyone, I work in real estate and With a population of 35,270, Watertown Town is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,357/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $123,422 in Watertown Town. Median household income is $123,422, which feels pretty solid for the area. The food scen...

2 replies 3 upvotes best-worst
Aubrey

Watertown Town quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey, We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,357 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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David Turner

Living in Watertown Town -the reality

Hey folks, Military spouse here. With a population of 35,270, Watertown Town is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for Watertown Town? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

0 replies 20 upvotes living
James G.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Watertown Town?

Been meaning to ask this. With a population of 35,270, Watertown Town is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Watertown Town sits at 80.1 per 100K. Rent is about $2,357/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd...

5 replies 14 upvotes housing
Isabelle Lopez

How is Watertown Town for outdoor activities?

Hi all, Crime rate is something to consider -Watertown Town sits at 80.1 per 100K. With a population of 35,270, Watertown Town is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Worth the trade-offs? It's a very car-dependent ...

2 replies 23 upvotes qa
Adam Collins

Is Watertown Town a good place to live?

Longtime lurker here, The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

1 replies 3 upvotes living
Angel Rodriguez

Anyone regret moving to Watertown Town?

Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

1 replies 18 upvotes moving
Benjamin H.

What I wish I knew before living in Watertown Town

Longtime lurker here, Median household income is $123,422, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $737,600, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Has anyone dealt with this? Cost of l...

12 replies 10 upvotes living
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