Dimensions13 x 10
LevelSecond
559 Main St, Watertown MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
$640,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$599,900
Final Sale Price:
$640,000
Difference:
+$40,100 (+6.7%)
Performance Metrics
106.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$311
Sale $/sq ft:
$332
This property sold for $332 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Charm abounds in this lovely Cape in the heart of Watertown! Lovingly maintained with recent updates to make this home shine. Character and charm evident throughout. Sun filled front to back living room features a gas fireplace with views of the multi-tiered backyard. Spacious dining room perfect for entertaining leads into a large kitchen with ample cabinet and countertop space. Completing the first floor is a wonderful sun porch/sitting room and a full bathroom. On the second floor, there are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The walkout lower level has a large bonus room that could be divided up to create a guest suite and a family room. A half bathroom and the laundry area are also situated in the lower level. One car garage and additional parking in the driveway. Beautifully landscaped yard offers a patio and garden area with a second tier that is fenced-in. Just minutes from restaurants, shops, Watertown Square and access to Cambridge & Boston
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
33.3%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73596416
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 29, 2026
$899,000
MLS #73596416 - Active
Sold
Oct 15, 2019
$640,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
Listed for Sale
Sep 11, 2019
$599,900
Original listing
Agent: The Shahani Group
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $899,000 | - | - | MLS #73596416 - Active |
| 10/15/2019 | ✓ Sold | $640,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/11/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $6,525 | $506,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,525
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$506,600
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1945
Living Area
1,926 sq ft
Lot Size
0.12 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Finished, Walk-out Access, Concrete
Laundry
Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Bonus Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
Balcony / Deck, Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,525
Assessed Value
$506,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Fence Is In Need Of Repair/replacement
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Including 336 sq ft in lower level
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1945
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,926 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions10 x 8
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Marble
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s)
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 13
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
LevelFirst
Dimensions23 x 16
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
LevelFirst
Dimensions7 x 5
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl
LevelBasement
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (3)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Bonus Room
Windows:
Window(s) - Picture
Basement:
Finished, Walk-Out Access, Concrete
Laundry:
Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1945
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Ductless
Cooling Zones:
4
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony / Deck, Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, Bike Path, Private School, Public School
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
Elementary Schools
8 schools
Jewish Community Day School
0.6 mi
Grades K-08
Atrium School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Perkins School for the Blind
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Star Academy (Watertown Campus)
2.5 mi
Grades PK-12
A
Cunniff School
0.3 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
1.6 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
2.2 mi
Grades PK-05
A+
James Russell Lowell School
890.1 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
Middle Schools
1 school
B+
Watertown Middle School
0.5 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
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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Neighborhood
559 Main St, Watertown MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Shahani Group
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
TEAM0355
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Oct 15, 2019 1:58 PM 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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