FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
LevelFirst
456 Belmont St # 21, Watertown MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
$800,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$969,000
Final Sale Price:
$800,000
Difference:
$169,000 (-17.4%)
Performance Metrics
82.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
239
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$753
Sale $/sq ft:
$622
This property sold for $622 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 17.4% below the original asking price.
At 239 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 13 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$622/sq ft
Area Median
$533/sq ft
Difference
+16.6%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
SELLER SAYS MAKE AN OFFER. Payson Estate.. the highest point in Watertown and one of Greater Boston's iconic mansions. This rarely available top floor unit with one level living has amazing views of both Boston and Fresh Pond. Enjoy the peaceful setting near the Oakley Country Club and the sunrises and sunsets of this amazing skylit unit.. The layout consists of a large open living and dining area with soaring ceilings and skylights. There is a galley style kitchen. Two large bedrooms on either side with great closet space and lots of light. There is in unit laundry room and large closet with additional storage in the basement. Plenty of outdoor parking for owners and guests(one deeded space is included). Beautiful south facing swimming pool for residents. This is a small association with many amenities for its residents. The estate is located 3 miles from Cambridge. Close to public transportation and has easy access to major roadways.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Sold
Jan 12, 2026
Property sold
Pending Sale
Dec 2, 2025
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 14, 2025
$775,000
Original listing
Agent: Daryl Cohan
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | ✓ Sold | - | - | - | Property sold |
| 12/02/2025 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/14/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $775,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,122 | $841,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,122
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$922
Monthly
Assessed Value
$841,600
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1882
Living Area
1,287 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Carpet
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
First Floor, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
None
Features
Professional Landscaping
Pool
Association, In Ground
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,122
Assessed Value
$841,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$922 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Pool, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Property Taxes Reflect Residential Exemption Of $3707.91 (2025)
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
21
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Certificate Of Insurance (3)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
169 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1882
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,287 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,287 sq ft above grade
LevelFirst
Dimensions10.166666666 x 7.75
FeaturesCountertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
Dimensions12.833333333 x 15.333333333
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LevelFirst
Dimensions196 x 21.583333333
FeaturesSkylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LevelFirst
Dimensions17.416666666 x 13
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolAssociation, In Ground
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (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:
Tile, Carpet
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
First Floor, In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1882
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heat Pump, Electric
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Deeded
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
Perkins School for the Blind
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Star Academy (Watertown Campus)
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Jewish Community Day School
2.0 mi
Grades K-08
Atrium School
2.1 mi
Grades K-06
A
Hosmer School
0.6 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
0.9 mi
Grades PK-05
A
Cunniff School
1.4 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+
James Russell Lowell School
891.4 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
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Watertown Middle School
1.0 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
High Schools
2 schools
Walker Beacon School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
B+
Watertown High School
1.1 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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Neighborhood
456 Belmont St # 21, Watertown MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Daryl Cohan
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-752-6845
Agent MLS ID
BB800825
Office MLS ID
AN3337
Listing Data Updated
Jan 12, 2026 2:51 PM EST
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