38 Carey Ave # 3, Watertown MA 02472 – 2 bed 1 bath For Sale – 73425914
Overview
- Updated On:
- September 14, 2025
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- 73425914
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- 0 Garage Spaces
- 1 Non-Garage Parking
- 1957
- 350 HOA Fee
Description
38 Carey Avenue, Unit 3 presents an excellent investment or first-time buyer opportunity in Watertown. This first-floor, two-bedroom, one-bath condominium offers approximately 600 square feet of efficient, single-level living. The unit has a strong rental history, consistently achieving rents above market averages for comparable properties, making it an appealing choice for investors seeking reliable returns in a high-demand area. For buyers looking to occupy, the property provides a manageable scale and the chance to build equity while enjoying a desirable location. Built in 1957, the home combines the character of a mid-century building with the flexibility to update and personalize. The layout is practical, with well-sized bedrooms and a functional bath, creating a comfortable home or easy-to-maintain rental. Located near schools, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, the property offers excellent convenience and long-term appeal.
This property is listed by Bruce Wilson from Preview Properties
Property Listing Details
Overview
| MLS Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Price | $ 385,000 |
| Living Area | 600.00 ft2 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing MLS ID | 73425914 |
| Days on Market | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
Unit Information
| Bedrooms | 2 |
|---|---|
| Full Bathrooms | 1 |
| Half Bathrooms | 0 |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Uncovered Parking | 1 |
| Garage Parking | 0 |
| Water View | |
| Unit Level | 1 |
| Common Walls | |
|---|---|
| Laundry Features | |
| Lead Paint | Unknown |
| Outdoor Space Available | |
| Living Area Includes Basement | N |
| Patio And Porch Features | |
| Parking Features | |
| Waterview Features | |
| Flooring |
Building Information
| Building Name | |
|---|---|
| Units in Building | 12 |
| Pets Allowed | |
| Association Amenities | |
| Pool Features | |
| Waterfront Features | |
| Association Fee Includes | Water, Sewer, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal |
| Construction Materials |
| Year Built | 1957 |
|---|---|
| Security Features | |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Spa Features | |
| Structure Type | Low-Rise |
| Water Source | Public |
| Basement | N |
| Roof |
Additional Details
| Community Features | |
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| Disclosures | |
| Last Updated | September 14, 2025 at 12:02pm |
| Building Area Source | Other |
| MLS PIN Page | |
| Parcel Number | 850098 |
| Original List Price | 385000 |
| Listing Office | preview properties |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4372 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 374300 |
| Tax Book Number | 0 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Year Built Details | Renovated Since |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Zoning | R.75 |
| Listing Agent | bruce wilson |
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38 Carey Ave # 3, Watertown MA 02472 – 2 bed 1 bath For Sale – 73425914
$ 385,000
Status: Active
38 Carey Ave # 3, Watertown MA 02472, Watertown, , Middlesex 02472
Country: US
Property Overview
MLS #: 73425914
Type: Condominium / Low-Rise
Action: Residential
Year Built: 1957 (Renovated Since, Source: Public Records, Effective: )
Living Area: 600.00 ft2 (Total: 600 Square Feet, Source: Other)
Lot Size: (Area: Acres, SqFt: )
Total Rooms: 5
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Bedrooms: 2 (Main Level: )
Bathrooms: Total: 1 (Full: 1, Half: 0, Decimal: 1, Main Level: )
Basement: N
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Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
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Property Description
38 Carey Avenue, Unit 3 presents an excellent investment or first-time buyer opportunity in Watertown. This first-floor, two-bedroom, one-bath condominium offers approximately 600 square feet of efficient, single-level living. The unit has a strong rental history, consistently achieving rents above market averages for comparable properties, making it an appealing choice for investors seeking reliable returns in a high-demand area. For buyers looking to occupy, the property provides a manageable scale and the chance to build equity while enjoying a desirable location. Built in 1957, the home combines the character of a mid-century building with the flexibility to update and personalize. The layout is practical, with well-sized bedrooms and a functional bath, creating a comfortable home or easy-to-maintain rental. Located near schools, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, the property offers excellent convenience and long-term appeal.
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Total Units: 12
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Unit Building: 3
Financial & Lease Information
Tax Annual Amount: 4372 (Year: 2025)
Tax Assessed Value: 374300
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Parcel Number: 850098
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Listing & Agent Information
Listing Agent: Bruce Wilson (MLS ID: CT008919) / Team: CN233371
Listing Office: Preview Properties (MLS ID: NB2930)
Agent (Property): 369593
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Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-11
Expiration Date: 1900-01-01
Original List Price: 385000
Price Per SqFt (List): 641.67
Market Time (Property): 3 (Broker: 3, Prev Broker: 0, Prev Property: 0)
MLS Status: New
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Lead Paint: Unknown
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System Information
Property ID: 2453127
Modification Timestamp: September 14, 2025 at 12:02pm
Bridge Modification Timestamp: September 14, 2025 at 12:05pm
Original Entry Timestamp: September 11, 2025 at 07:05am
Status Change Timestamp: September 11, 2025 at 07:05am
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