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
Conveniently located in the center of Watertown, this beautiful seventh floor one bedroom unit features a living room/dining room combo with beautiful flooring, an Eat-in...
Listing courtesy of Shawn Hansen from Century 21 Advance Realty
Excellent location . Quick, easy access to I-90 and I-95. Walk to express bus stop to downtown. Freshly painted. New carpet, granite counters. Stainless stell appliances....
Listing courtesy of Marylou Essajanian from Realty Executives Boston West
Amazingly bright and sunny south facing 2 bedroom, 1 bath corner unit condo at sought after Chatham Condo complex in west Watertown. Tastefully renovated kitchen with sta...
Listing courtesy of Bob Airasian from Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
A nice rectangular LOT of LAND.... Builders - Developers - Homeowners, Possibly BUILD a home with Views to the horizon ...6.763 Sq foot lot Situated at the Top of Palfre...
Listing courtesy of Dennis Razis from RE/MAX Unlimited
**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
Rare opportunity to own a unit at the desirable Riverbank Lofts with a deeded patio overlooking the tranquil Charles River! This unique loft style one bedroom condo offer...
Listing courtesy of Matthew Czepiel from Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Beautiful 2 Bedroom 2 bath Townhome located in the sought after "Village Condominiums". This bright & sunny unit has a large living room with open floor plan to the dinin...
Listing courtesy of Ari Koufos from Realty Executives
Pull into your private indoor garage parking space just blocks from the Mass Turnpike or hop off one of the many convenient buses nearby to your very own 950 Sq ft. 2 bed...
Listing courtesy of Dave White from OwnerEntry.com
Beautiful and spacious 2 bedrooms, 2 bath Condo, at Charles River Towers on the Watertown/Cambridge line. This one-floor living unit, freshly painted, includes an open di...
Listing courtesy of Frederica Tassis from Century 21 North East
Nestled between CAMBRIDGE & BOSTON, this EAST WATERTOWN 2-BR CONDO is all about LOCATION! Boasting a WALK SCORE of 90 & EZ ACCESS to HWYS, Bus #71 (at the corner of MT AU...
Listing courtesy of Loreen Cinganelli from Century 21 Advance Realty
Beautiful East Watertown 2 bed condo featuring recently updated electric (2020), windows, roof (2013), gutters (2018), back deck replaced (2018), exterior painted (2018),...
Listing courtesy of Brian Phillips from Maloney Properties, Inc.
* Location! Location! Location! New to Market! Fantastic Renovation! Like New 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom at Highly sought after Treadway Brook Estates! This move in ready hom...
Listing courtesy of Zhou Chen from Blue Ocean Realty, LLC
Completely updated, steps to the Charles River, bike path, rock gym and park for your furry friend. The Riverbank lofts are ideally situated near Main Street and all majo...
Listing courtesy of East Group from Engel & Volkers Boston
Stunning single family like townhouse on Watertown/Belmont Line! Four bedrooms and 2 ½ baths in four levels of living with updates that include newer kitchen with granite...
Listing courtesy of George Mavrogiannidis from Real Estate Advisors Group, Inc.
Enjoy the best of Watertown, Belmont, and Cambridge in this perfectly located Watertown condo on a lovely corner lot. This 2-level unit offers over 1,700 square feet of l...
Listing courtesy of Andreia Bianchi from Mega Realty Services
Superior location on top of Palfrey Hill ! Great opportunity to renovate, expand or build a new home in one of Watertown's premiere neighborhoods. House sits on a nice si...
Listing courtesy of Peter Tzannos from Realty Executives
Rarely available two family with garage & outdoor parking available for the first time in almost 20 years. This handsome two family has a great rental history and has be...
Listing courtesy of Kevin Cleary from RE/MAX Select Realty
New Two Level Condominium. Living room, dining room, den/office, 2 bedrooms, 1 Full bath and eat in Kitchen on the first level. Master Bedroom and brand new full bath w...
Listing courtesy of Valerie Barsom from Barsom Associates
Multi family in great Watertown location near Harvard square.
Listing courtesy of Derek Greene from The Greene Realty Group
* Bright, Spacious and Brand New* Nearing completion and ready for occupancy * Sun-filled 3 bedroom, 2 full 2 half bath home located on the Belmont line* Great Master ...
Listing courtesy of Lauren Cusano from LAER Realty Partners
ONE OF 2 GREAT NEW TOWNHOMES FOR SALE * Bright, Spacious and Brand New* Nearing completion and ready for occupancy * Sun-filled 3 bedroom, 2 full 2 half bath home locate...
Listing courtesy of Lauren Cusano from LAER Realty Partners
Newly 2020 Renovated Townhouse with 2,420 square feet of living area with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths spread across 3 levels. The Main Level Presents a Fully Updated & Modern O...
Listing courtesy of Panza Real Estate Team from Keller Williams Realty
This 2 family will not only be your ideal owner occupied investment but with a finished bonus room in the basement (including full bath) you’ll have what we’ve all been c...
Listing courtesy of Mike DelRose Real Estate Team from RE/MAX Revolution
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
Newly built in 2006, this beautiful, modern and spacious house sits on a quite cul-de-sac across from the new Brown School Playground. Close to shops, Charles River, bike...
Listing courtesy of Najwan Dababneh from J.M.I. Investment Properties
Introducing 85 Summer Street, perfectly situated in the desirable Mt. Auburn neighborhood of Watertown. This beautifully reconstructed townhome exemplifies craftsmanship ...
Listing courtesy of Manuel Sarkis from Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Introducing 85 Summer Street, perfectly situated in the desirable Mt. Auburn neighborhood of Watertown. This beautifully reconstructed townhome exemplifies craftsmanship ...
Listing courtesy of Manuel Sarkis from Douglas Elliman Real Estate
3 Newly Renovated Units featuring 2 Townhouses & a Gorgeous Penthouse Unit with over 6.500 sq feet of total living area. Townhouse units boast 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths sprea...
Listing courtesy of Panza Real Estate Team from Keller Williams Realty
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