42 Brookline St, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472
$1,197,500
Est. $6,374/month
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,010
Sq Ft
$596
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1930
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
21
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73255467

About this home

Renovated, redesigned, and reimagined 3 bed, 3 bath ranch home perfectly situated in one of Watertown's most desirable neighborhoods. The bright 1st floor has an open floor plan w/ a front-to-back site line. Coffered ceiling in living room w/ bay window. The bright white kitchen has ample storage w/ a large peninsula, and bar seating. The primary bedroom has raised ceiling, 2 closets, and primary bath w/ walk-in shower. There is a bonus mudroom w/ custom closet and bench at the back egress. The lower level is finished w/ a large family room, the 3rd bedroom, a full tiled bathroom, and laundry room. The house was gutted to the studs; new electric service, HVAC, plumbing, kitchen, windows, doors, patio, front entry. Wired for a future electric car charger. Nice backyard and patio space, perfect for children and pets. Minutes to the net zero Cunniff Elementary School, public transit, Waverley Sq commuter stop, Arsenal Yards, Bentley College, and more. This home deceivingly packs a punch!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,250,000
Final Sale Price: $1,197,500
Difference: $52,500 (-4.2%)
Performance Metrics
95.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $622
Sale $/sq ft: $596
This property sold for $596 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.2% below the original asking price.

With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,010 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Interior Features

Flooring
Flooring - Vinyl
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bonus Room
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished
Window Features
Insulated Windows

Exterior & Structure

Architectural Style
Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio
Patio/Porch Features
Deck, Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.13 acres
Lot Size
5,532 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1300
Lot Features
Level
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,173
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$613,100
Parcel Number
M:0505 B:0017B L:0000,849900
Zoning
S-6

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
See Firm Remarks section of the MLS listing

Location

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Neighborhood

42 Brookline St, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Cunniff
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Wms
Rating information coming soon
High School
Whs
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $598
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

4.2%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 9, 2024
$1,197,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
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Listed for Sale
Jun 20, 2024
$1,250,000
Original listing
Agent: Bob Airasian Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 20, 2024 New Listing Added $1,250,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
21 days
Price per Sq Ft
$596

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,173 $613,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,173
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$613,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Bob Airasian
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Agent MLS ID BB815791
Office MLS ID AN6190

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