23 Columbia Street, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472 • Oakley CC

$1,995,000

Est. $11,467/month

4

Beds

3

Baths

3,135

Sq Ft

$636

Price/Sq Ft

0.24

Acres

1887

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

5 hours 30 minutes

Time on Market

Active Open House Listed Apr 23, 2026 • MLS# 73506270 Copied!

About this home

Special opportunity in Watertown's iconic Oakley CC neighborhood, this turnkey 1887 Stick Style Victorian blends preserved character with refined modern design. With 4 beds, 3 full baths and over 4000 sf, the home retains original details - slate roof, millwork, butler’s pantry - with updated kitchen and baths, custom built-ins, designer window treatments and lighting, lending a distinct European vibe to this American classic. Gracious living flows easily from functional kitchen/mudroom to elegant entertaining rooms with French doors, tiled fireplace, and 9’ ceilings. Beautiful central stair leads to spacious and bright corner bedrooms. Flexible third-floor suite offers ideal space for primary retreat, guests, WFH needs. The reimagined lower level offers 1,000+ sf for media, fitness, wine cellar and storage. Curated outdoor living with a brick patio, Ipe deck, landscaped fenced yard, colorful gardens and planting beds, garage for storage, driveway w/EV charging. Not to be missed!

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Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1887

Bedrooms

4

Full Bathrooms

3

Living Area

3,135 sq ft

Total Rooms

10

Open House Schedule

26

Apr

Sunday, April 26

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1887

Living Area 3,135 sq ft

Lot Size 0.24 acres

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Wood, Tile, Bamboo, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Fireplace Living Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features Recessed Lighting, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Pendant, Mud Room, Media Room, Exercise Room, Entry Hall, Home Office, Wine Cellar

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Victorian

Roof Shingle, Slate, Rubber

Features Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced

Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio

Parking

Has Garage Yes

Features Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $14,146

Assessed Value $1,461,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Bamboo, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Pendant, Mud Room, Media Room, Exercise Room, Entry Hall, Home Office, Wine Cellar

Windows: Storm Window(s)

Basement: Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian

Year Built: 1887

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle, Slate, Rubber

Foundation: Stone

Condition: Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 3

Cooling: Central Air

Cooling Zones: 2

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden

Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio

Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3

Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type: Living Room

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School

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Oakley CC

23 Columbia Street, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472

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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

3 schools

A

Hosmer School

0.5 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

Perkins School for the Blind

0.5 mi

Grades PK-12

St. Stephen's Armenian School

1.0 mi

Grades PK-05

M

Middle Schools

2 schools

A-

Watertown Middle School

0.7 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

A+

Bigelow Middle School

1.2 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6

Improved 44 spots from last year

+2.4 above state avg

434 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

3 schools

B+

Watertown High School

0.8 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

Walker Beacon School

1.1 mi

Grades 07-12

D

Lyon High School

1.5 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 27.8

Improved 22 spots from last year

-30.4 below state avg

95 students Diverse

12 sports • 88 athletes

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 12

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$1,995,000

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Agent: Laura Segal Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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04/23/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,995,000	-	-	Original listing

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5 hours 30 minutes

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$636

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