Watertown lies about 6 miles to the west of Boston; and so, it is no wonder that, with the rise of property values in the Greater Boston area, so rose Watertown's appeal as an attractive, affordable alternative to those more expensive communities of Cambridge, Brookline, Belmont, and Boston proper. Prior to parts being sliced off and annexed into Cambridge, Weston, Waltham, Belmont, and Lincoln, Watertown boasted more residents than Boston! Close to Soldiers Field Road and the Massachusetts Turnpike, major arteries into downtown Boston, Watertown has easy access to Boston's nightlife and commercial center, as well as its suburban neighbors Newton, Waltham, Weston, etc.
If you have young children or grandchildren, you will surely want to stop by the Artesani Playground Wading Pool. Pictured above is my son and grandchildren enjoying cooling off on a warm summer day. It's a popular spot with adequate parking... but it is a popular family park!
We enjoy spending time in Watertown at the Mount Auburn Cemetery and the Arsenal Yards and Mall. Our son went into massage therapy and graduated from the Cortiva Institute before the campus was closed. It was located near bustling Watertown Square, which is where, if you prefer public transportation, is the terminus of several bus routes. You will want to check the MBTA site for route planning and schedules.
The official web site for the city of Watertown has helpful civic news and information. If you have a specific property in mind that you think you might like to buy, Watertown also maintains a database for the City Assessor which you can access to see what value the City gives the property so you can determine what the annual taxes are. Fortunately, Watertown has a residential exemption which owner-occupants can use to lower the taxes by a couple thousand dollars!
If you have school-age children, the Watertown Public School district will take good care of them. The district enrollment runs about 2,600 students who attend the Early Steps Preschool, three elementary schools, Watertown Middle School and Watertown High School. Unfortunately, its website is not very user friendly and you will probably being doing better to call by phone than take the time trying to find information online. The number is (617) 926-7700.
To keep up with daily goings on you can check in online with the Watertown Tab, The Patch, or, of course, the Boston Globe, and the Boston Herald.
Housing has been running from $415,000 for a fixer-upper to $2,400,000 for much larger homes, while condos and townhomes run from $200,000 for a 1 bedroom low-rise unit to $1,475,000 for a large, newly rehabbed townhome. Multi-families have been seeing prices from $650,000 for a two-family to $9,400,000 for an 18-family complex. Rentals have been available from $1,000 to $10,000 - depending upon location, size and amenities. Understandably, pricing varies depending upon size, location, and amenities. Real estate sales and pricing are very fluid and can fluctuate in a matter of hours because homes come on and off the market daily... even hourly. What is currently offered for sale is listed below.
The following chart is a visual representation of the cyclical nature of real estate and compares the ups and downs of Watertown to those of the city of Boston. The taller the column the better it is for buyers. The shorter the column the better it is for sellers. Hence 2006 was the best time for a buyer to buy in Watertown. On the other hand, 2015-2018 were great years for sellers.
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*** If you should see some properties listed twice it is because brokers like to list a condo/townhome as a condo plus as a single-family house, or list a dilapidated house as land, as well as a residence.
This condo is centrally located with a lovely restful mini park ,....All buyers must wear a face mask. only 2 buyers + agent permitted in unit at any one time. Check vid...
Listing courtesy of Adilson DePina from Homes Unlimited
Very Modern Renovated apartment on the 2nd floor. Location: At Wateridge Condominium, 227 Coolidge Ave, Watertown. At the end of Storow Drive, 5 minutes to Boston, Short ...
Listing courtesy of David Sweeney from USRealty.com, LLP
**SHORT SALE**SOLD AS-IS**PRICE NOT YET APPROVED BY LENDER**PROFESSIONALLY NEGOTIATED BY THIRD PARTY** Large one bedroom unit with a private balcony. Unit is located clo...
Listing courtesy of Vision Realty Group from LAER Realty Partners
Bright corner unit at the Village Condominiums. Three levels of Townhouse living. Main level boasts an open concept plan with ample room for living and dining areas with ...
Listing courtesy of Hans Brings RESULTS from Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Beautifully maintained and update larger condominium unit at desirable Hamilton Place in Watertown Square! This unit, located in the fourth floor of this professionally m...
Listing courtesy of Maria F. Vidano from Sky Village Group, Inc.
This is the unit you have been waiting for! A truly pristine condo boasting hardwood floors throughout, freshly painted rooms, recessed lighting, 2 spacious bedrooms, a s...
Listing courtesy of Erb Realty Group from Erb Realty Group
OH Sat 3/6 & Sun 3/7 from 12 - 1:30 PM. Lovely and bright two bedroom condo with one covered parking space and private storage on the Watertown/Newton line. Well maintain...
Listing courtesy of Victoria Tran from Lineage Realty Group
Highly desirable "Coolidge Village" in East Watertown; one bed/one bath spacious first floor unit in the back area. Freshly painted and newly carpeted. Newer slider to t...
Listing courtesy of Roy Bray from Move2Boston Group, LLC
This 3 bedroom property occupies 2 finished levels and is ideally situated near Watertown square. Old world charm meets modern comforts, with wonderful hardwoods on both ...
Listing courtesy of Scott Driscoll from Redfin Corp.
Welcome to Crossroads on the Charles- luxury living in Watertown. This 2 bed, 2 bath condominium offers 1,408 sqft of stunning single level living with gleaming hardwood ...
Listing courtesy of Andrew Mazzeo from All Star Realty, Inc.
Welcome to The Beacon. These brand new condominiums are the first of their kind and are bringing a new realm of luxury to Watertown. Unit 301 is a spacious 2+ bedroom cor...
Listing courtesy of Jeffrey Hamilton from Converge Ventures LLC
Highly desirable "Coolidge Village" in East Watertown; two bed/two bath spacious first floor unit in the back area. One of the largest unit in this complex. Freshly pain...
Listing courtesy of Roy Bray from Move2Boston Group, LLC
Charming center entrance colonial with wrap around front porch, a welcoming foyer leads into formal dining room and fireplaced living room and large eat-in kitchen. The s...
Listing courtesy of Joseph Murray from JMM Residential LLC
Location !!! Well maintained older décor one family Bungalow (one story plus partially finished basement) in East Watertown near the Oakley Country Club. Third bedroom po...
Listing courtesy of William Tocco from Agency Realty
Spacious single family on a quiet dead-end street in the desirable West End neighborhood of Watertown. Located on an end lot with a large backyard and plenty of off-stree...
Listing courtesy of Walker Residential Team from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Just finished total renovation and expansion of third floor. You won’t be confined in this condo with entrance that spans two levels. Gleaming wood floors are bathed in n...
Listing courtesy of Mike DelRose Real Estate Team from RE/MAX Revolution
Great opportunity for a developer to rehab this house, expansion to two families is possible. Nearby schools include Watertown Middle School, and Lowell Elementary school...
Listing courtesy of Patrick Galvin from Galvin Realty Group
Amazing opportunity for two-level living, spacious layout to accommodate family, an independent college student, or telecommuter who needs to spread out and work undistur...
Listing courtesy of Danielle Goes from Mega Realty Services
Spectacular home. Parkside setting. Brimming with detail. With over 1950 square feet of jaw dropping living space, replete with gleaming hardwood floors throughout, coff...
Listing courtesy of John Ranco from Coldwell Banker Realty - South End
Multi family in great Watertown location near Harvard square.
Listing courtesy of Derek Greene from The Greene Realty Group
Location! Location! This classic two family is located in the sought after East End of Watertown. This home offers a tremendous opportunity to be a part of a growing comm...
Listing courtesy of Ari Koufos from Realty Executives
Great opportunity to buy this project with architects plans in hand and finish this 4 level 2 family town house style. This property sits on a very desirable street with ...
Listing courtesy of Peter Tzannos from Realty Executives
Gorgeous, sunny & spacious Townhouse has 8 Rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths. High-end granite and stainless kitchen, family room with gas fireplace, formal dining room with c...
Listing courtesy of Rosangela Caloiero from Legacy Properties
Gorgeous, sunny & spacious Townhouse has a single family feel! has 8 Rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths. High-end granite & stainless kitchen, family room w/gas fireplace, form...
Listing courtesy of Rosangela Caloiero from Legacy Properties
Modern and functional living abounds in this bright and airy 3 level, 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath single family home. Full interior gut reno--all new electrical, plumbing, and HV...
Listing courtesy of Daphne Barbas from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Welcome to The Beacon. These brand new condominiums are the first of their kind and are bringing a new realm of luxury to Watertown. Unit 312 is a spacious 2 bedroom, 2 b...
Listing courtesy of Jeffrey Hamilton from Converge Ventures LLC
Wonderful opportunity for easy living in Watertown. Built in 2002, this townhome is move-in ready. Set in a quiet enclave of four units with a view of the Oakley Country...
Listing courtesy of Christine Pomer from Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
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Listing courtesy of Michal Zeitouni from William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Newly Renovated Townhouse w/ 2,420 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths spread across 3 levels plus 2 private exterior patios and lawn space. The Main Level Presents a Fully Upda...
Listing courtesy of Panza Real Estate Team from Keller Williams Realty
Completely renovated turn key 2 family house in a great location. Second floor unit has just been updated with all new electrical/ plumbing, new kitchen with quartz count...
Listing courtesy of East Group from Engel & Volkers Watertown
Fantastic opportunity to own this amazing 9 room 4 bedroom 3 full 2 half bath Townhouse with single family feel w/wrap around farmers porch located on the Belmont line ne...
Listing courtesy of Ari Koufos from Realty Executives
Unique opportunity to reside on top of Palfrey Hill with spectacular views! Home is under extensive high end renovations and sitting on a large 13,000+ square foot lot on...
Listing courtesy of Peter Tzannos from Realty Executives
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