153 Palfrey St, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472
$1,999,900
Est. $11,628/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

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4
Beds
4
Baths
2,914
Sq Ft
$686
Price/Sq Ft
0.22
Acres
1880
Year Built
6
Parking
2
Days on Market
For Sale Open House Listed Sep 9, 2026 • MLS# 73573993 Copied! • Updated Sep 9, 2026

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Open House Schedule

13
Sep
Sunday, September 13
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
12
Sep
Saturday, September 12
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

About this home

PACKAGE SALE ONLY: The $1,999,900 list price includes both 153 and 149 Palfrey Street. The properties must be purchased together and will not be sold separately.153 Palfrey Street is an established four-unit residential property offering current rental income and additional potential. The building contains almost 3,000 square feet of living area, 10 rooms and four full bathrooms according to public records.Units 2, 3 and 4 are occupied under written tenant-at-will agreements and currently generate $5,295 in total monthly rent. Unit 1 is vacant and requires renovation, while Unit 4 has been recently updated.Also included is the adjacent property at 149 Palfrey Street, a well-maintained three-bedroom ranch with central air, two fireplaces, an attached garage and substantial lower-level space.For an investor, the package offers five residences across two adjacent parcels with existing income. For an owner-occupant, it provides rental income from four neighboring apartments while preserving the privacy of a detached single-family home. Cross-reference companion MLS Listing IDs 73573985 and 73573995.

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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Sep 9, 2026
$1,999,900
Original listing
Agent: Patrick Arone Office: Colonial Realty Associates, LLC

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $15,786 $1,293,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,786
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,293,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 4 Family
Year Built 1880
Living Area 2,914 sq ft
Lot Size 0.22 acres
Stories 6
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Total Rooms 11

Investment Metrics

Units 4
Unit 1 Rent — · N
Unit 2 Rent $1,895/mo · Y
Unit 3 Rent $1,500/mo · Y
Unit 4 Rent $1,900/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent $5,295/mo
Gross Income $63,540
Net Operating Income $63,540
Cap Rate 3.18%
Heating Hot Water, Oil, Steam, Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Concrete, Varies, Hardwood, Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances None, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Partial, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry Washer & Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Storage, Pantry, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Studio, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom With Shower Stall, Remodeled, Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Rm/dining Rm Combo, Mudroom
Construction Frame, Brick, Stone, Block
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Balcony/deck, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck
Features Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Varies Per Unit

Financial

Annual Tax $15,786
Assessed Value $1,293,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Package Sale Only; 149 And 153 Palfrey St Will Not Be Sold Separately. Please See Attached Documents For Additional Property Information And Disclosures. Buyer/buyer Agent To Verify Use, Measurements, Financials And Tenancy Information. Broker Related To Sellers.
Exclusions None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Gray
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Buyer/buyer agent to verify all information.
Documents None
County Middlesex

Property Overview

Property Type
4 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
2,914 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Stories
6
Levels
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Concrete, Varies, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: None, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
Interior Features: Storage, Pantry, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Studio, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Remodeled, Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living RM/Dining RM Combo, Mudroom
Windows: Screens
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry: Washer & Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick, Stone, Block
Roof: Rubber
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Stories: 6

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Steam, Baseboard
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Cleared
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Assigned

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
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
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Jewish Community Day School
1.3 mi
Grades K-08
Atrium School
1.5 mi
Grades K-06
Star Academy (Watertown Campus)
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
A
Cunniff School
0.8 mi | #158 of 825 | Score: 56.6
Improved 28 spots from last year
-1.6 below state avg
373 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
A
Hosmer School
0.9 mi | #131 of 825 | Score: 57.5
Improved 121 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
693 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
St. Stephen's Armenian School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-05
A+
James Russell Lowell School
890.9 mi | #81 of 825 | Score: 60.3
Improved 83 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
458 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
B+
Watertown Middle School
0.3 mi | #110 of 352 | Score: 48.5
Improved 9 spots from last year
-9.8 below state avg
591 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Walker Beacon School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
B+
Watertown High School
0.4 mi | #107 of 346 | Score: 60.1
Improved 123 spots from last year
+1.9 above state avg
728 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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153 Palfrey St, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472

Listing Information

Listing Agent Patrick Arone
Listing Office Colonial Realty Associates, LLC
Office Phone 617-977-6025
Agent MLS ID CN212165
Office MLS ID AN6652
Listing Data Updated Sep 9, 2026 10:35 AM EDT
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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