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199 Palfrey Street, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472
$1,035,000
Est. $6,302/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,657
Sq Ft
$390
Price/Sq Ft
0.16
Acres
1900
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 11, 2024 • MLS# 73209316 Copied!

About this home

1900ca Victorian located at the top of Palfrey Hill. Grand vistas from every floor with fantastic Southwest Exposure for stunning sunsets. Lovely period details abound including walk-out bays, matchstick hardwood and pine flooring, high-ceilings, oversized windows, French Doors and stained glass. The rooms are spacious throughout, beginning with a proper New England foyer featuring a gracious staircase with robust balustrade. Double-doors from the foyer open to a double-parlor followed by a formal dining room. The remodeled eat-in kitchen is functional and airy and features gas cooking along with a tucked-away full bathroom. The 2nd floor has 4 well-proportioned bedrooms and an updated bathroom. There is a massive (semi-finished) walk-up attic that is ideal for primary suite, home offices or play space. The unfinished basement is well-suited for additional living space and features 9' ceilings. Also, double-wide parking, newer architectural-shingle roof, patio& yard.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,657 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,185,000
Final Sale Price: $1,035,000
Difference: $150,000 (-12.7%)
Performance Metrics
87.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $446
Sale $/sq ft: $390
This property sold for $390 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.7% below the original asking price.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 2,657 sq ft
Lot Size 0.16 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Steam, Oil, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $10,417
Assessed Value $767,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Oil, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Easements, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

199 Palfrey Street, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Watertown School District local
A-
School Safety 2024-25
1.0% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.2% Emergency
4.5% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

8 schools
Perkins School for the Blind
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Jewish Community Day School
1.2 mi
Grades K-08
Atrium School
1.4 mi
Grades K-06
Star Academy (Watertown Campus)
1.8 mi
Grades PK-12
A
Cunniff School
0.7 mi | #166 of 824 | Score: 56.3
Improved 20 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
320 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A
Hosmer School
1.0 mi | #140 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Improved 112 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
758 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
St. Stephen's Armenian School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-05
A+
James Russell Lowell School
890.8 mi | #84 of 824 | Score: 60.2
Improved 80 spots from last year
+2 above state avg
422 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Watertown Middle School
0.2 mi | #108 of 352 | Score: 48.6
Improved 11 spots from last year
-9.6 below state avg
583 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Walker Beacon School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
B+
Watertown High School
0.4 mi | #112 of 346 | Score: 59.3
Improved 118 spots from last year
+1.1 above state avg
761 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

42.5%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73482834
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Mar 4, 2026
$1,799,000
MLS #73482834 - Active
Sold
Apr 2, 2024
$1,035,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
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Listed for Sale
Mar 11, 2024
$1,185,000
Original listing
Agent: Peter Boyajian Office: Real Estate 109

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 4, 2026 Sold $1,799,000
Mar 11, 2024 New Listing Added $1,185,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$390

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $10,417 $767,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,417
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$767,100

Listing Information

Listing Office Real Estate 109
Agent MLS ID BB901060
Office MLS ID BB5170
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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