Studio-Workforce**
Starting at $2,325
Studio • 1 Bath • 581 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 523 | $2,325 | 581 | Nov 1 |
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$2,325 – $3,310/mo
116 E Howard St, Quincy, MA, 02169The Watson currently lists 8 floor plans across 11 available units, from studio to two-bedroom, starting at $2,325/mo. 1 studio at $2,325/mo (581 sq ft), earliest move-in Nov 1. 5 one-bedrooms from $2,545 to $2,920/mo (628–750 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 8. 5 two-bedrooms from $2,995 to $3,310/mo (1,000–1,112 sq ft), earliest move-in Jul 15. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Starting at $2,325
Studio • 1 Bath • 581 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 523 | $2,325 | 581 | Nov 1 |
Starting at $2,545
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 628 – 648 Sq Ft
| 2 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307 | $2,545 | 648 | Oct 4 | |
| 305 | $2,740 | 628 | Nov 1 |
Starting at $2,615
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 750 Sq Ft
| 2 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 216 | $2,615 | 750 | Sep 8 | |
| 412 | $2,745 | 750 | Nov 26 |
Starting at $2,920
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 700 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 532 | $2,920 | 700 | Oct 28 |
Starting at $2,995
2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,000 Sq Ft
| 2 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314 | $2,995 | 1,000 | Sep 21 | |
| 414 | $3,080 | 1,000 | Oct 18 |
Starting at $3,195
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,058 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 524 | $3,195 | 1,058 | Sep 23 |
Starting at $3,250
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,112 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 400 | $3,250 | 1,112 | Oct 25 |
Starting at $3,310
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,112 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 335 | $3,310 | 1,112 | Jul 15 |
Rent at The Watson is $2,325 – $3,310 per month. The security deposit is $500. Leases are typically 12 months. The earliest listed move-in is Jul 15. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Rent
$2,325 – $3,310/moSecurity deposit
$500Lease term
12 monthsEarliest move-in
Jul 15The Watson lists 8 amenities, including a gym, pet-friendly spaces, and parking.
3 Season Courtyard W/Fire Pits
Bike Storage
Clubroom With Billiard Table
Covered Parking
Dog Park.
Fitness Center
Networking Coffee Lounge
Personal Storage Spaces
The Watson is at 116 E Howard St, Quincy, MA, 02169.
116 E Howard St, Quincy, MA, 02169
From The Watson, the nearest coffee shop is The Everyday Cafe (4-minute walk).
Nearest coffee shop
The Everyday Cafe · 4-minute walkResidents give The Watson an A grade (about 4.7 out of 5) from 59 reviews. The Watson offers a modern, well-maintained living environment with strong management and maintenance responsiveness that residents consistently praise. The property features clean facilities, convenient amenities including a 24/7 gym and pet-friendly areas, and affordable rent for the area.
The Watson offers a modern, well-maintained living environment with strong management and maintenance responsiveness that residents consistently praise. The property features clean facilities, convenient amenities including a 24/7 gym and pet-friendly areas, and affordable rent for the area. While most residents report positive experiences with staff professionalism and quick maintenance response times, some concerns include noise from external sources (trains, landscaping, neighboring properties), limited storage in certain units, and occasional building maintenance issues.
Management and leasing staff are highly responsive and professional, with consistent praise for communication and helpfulness across most reviews. Maintenance requests are typically handled promptly and courteously. A small number of residents reported issues with package security and occasional unresponsiveness to specific concerns, though these appear to be isolated incidents rather than systemic problems.
Maintenance at this property receives consistently high marks for responsiveness and professionalism. Work orders are typically addressed same-day, and the maintenance team is noted for being timely, competent, and courteous. One resident reported extended issues with hot water and ceiling water stains, though staff responsiveness was praised despite underlying building construction concerns.
The Watson is a modern, well-maintained building with generally clean common areas and responsive maintenance service. Most residents report positive experiences with building cleanliness and staff responsiveness, though some note construction quality concerns including water damage, ceiling stains, and concrete cracking. Noise from external sources (trains, landscaping, neighboring properties) and internal sources (neighbors on balconies, hallway activity) is a recurring concern that affects sleep quality for some residents.
The Watson offers well-maintained common areas, a 24/7 gym, and pet-friendly amenities including a dedicated dog run. Staff responsiveness and maintenance service are consistently praised. Some residents noted that shared spaces like hallway carpeting and trash rooms show wear over time, and laundry facilities feature older stackable units.
The property offers convenient access to nearby stores and restaurants, with most residents highlighting the location's shopping and dining options. Transit access is mixed—while some residents find the location convenient, others note that the nearest train station requires a 20-25 minute walk, making car ownership or bus access preferable for commuters. Parking options include free off-site parking and paid covered spots, though enforcement of assigned spaces could be improved.
The Watson is somewhat walkable (grade D+), transit is minimal (grade F), and biking is somewhat bikeable (grade D).
D+
Somewhat Walkable
F
Minimal Transit
D
Somewhat Bikeable
Find pet-friendly 1- & 2-bedroom apartments for rent at The Watson in Quincy, MA. Enjoy personal storage, dog-friendly amenities & Red Line access near Boston.
Find pet-friendly 1- & 2-bedroom apartments for rent at The Watson in Quincy, MA. Enjoy personal storage, dog-friendly amenities & Red Line access near Boston. Schedule a tour.
The Watson is a 140-unit affordable, workforce/middle income.
Building
Apartment · Affordable, Workforce/Middle IncomeTotal units
140Noble Academy is 0.2 miles from The Watson. 10 schools are listed nearby.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Noble Academy Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.2 mi |
St. Joseph School Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 0.5 mi |
Qcap Head Start-Hull Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Helping Hands Pre-School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Point Webster Middle School Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 0.8 mi |
Germantown Early Childhood Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.0 mi |
Salvation Army Sunshine Pre-Sc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.1 mi |
Snug Harbor Pre-Kindergarten Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.2 mi |
S Shore Ymca Aft/Sch-Quincy Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.3 mi |
Young World Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.3 mi |
The Watson is managed by WinnCompanies. Call (617) 648-5748 to tour or ask about availability.