Water Street Apartments
Water Street Apartments
Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Medford, MA, Water Street Apartments is a purposely built community that offers independent living. Designed for low-income older adults, the community features a variety of cozy one-bedroom accommodations. Here, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle, as maintenance is taken care of.
Entertainment sites and convenient local shops surround the area, providing endless leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy various dining options with restaurants nearby. The community strives to maintain affordability, including utilities in the rent to ease financial burdens. With its warm and friendly environment, residents can keep their peace of mind and create unforgettable moments in retirement.
35-bed community Rank #265 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 265th out of 276 homes we track in Massachusetts for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #72 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 490 homes we track in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Minimum Age62+
Parking
Window Air Conditioners
Touring HoursMonday 09:00:00-17:00:00; Tuesday 09:00:00-17:00:00; Thursday 09:00:00-17:00:00; Friday 09:00:00-17:00:00
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Parking Available
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0.7 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
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Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
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| The Gables at Winchester | IL AL RC | Winchester | 123
Facility
123
MA AVG
94
Rank
#55 / 276 | Yes | - |
52
Facility
52
MA AVG
53
Rank
#249 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#15 / 181 | - | No | No |
| AVIVA Country Club Heights | IL AL MC RC | Woburn | 107
Facility
107
MA AVG
94
Rank
#86 / 276 | Yes | 24 |
50
Facility
50
MA AVG
53
Rank
#258 / 490 | Traditional (83), Special Care (24) | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#15 / 181 | A | No | No |
| Springhouse Senior Living | IL AL MC | Boston (Brook Farm) | 49
Facility
49
MA AVG
94
Rank
#234 / 276 | Yes | 13 |
22
Facility
22
MA AVG
53
Rank
#400 / 490 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#15 / 181 | - | Yes | No |
| Water Street Apartments | IL | Medford (Medford Square) | 35
Facility
35
MA AVG
94
Rank
#265 / 276 | No | - |
87
Facility
87
MA AVG
53
Rank
#72 / 490 | 1 Bed | - | - | No | - |
| Cabot Park Village | IL | Newtonville | - | Yes | - |
71
Facility
71
MA AVG
53
Rank
#164 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#27 / 181 | C- | No | - |
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts
Water Street Apartments is located in Medford, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Water Street Apartments
What neighborhood is Water Street Apartments in?
Water Street Apartments is in the Medford Square neighborhood of Medford.
Is Water Street Apartments in a walkable area?
Water Street Apartments has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at Water Street Apartments?
No, Water Street Apartments has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of Water Street Apartments?
Yes — there are 9 photos of Water Street Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Water Street Apartments?
Water Street Apartments is located at 42 Water St, Medford, MA 02155.
What is the phone number of Water Street Apartments?
(781) 395-7660 will put you in contact with the team at Water Street Apartments.
Does Water Street Apartments provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Water Street Apartments is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.
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