79 Hovey Street, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472
$1,485,000
Est. $7,904/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,178
Sq Ft
$467
Price/Sq Ft
0.24
Acres
1920
Year Built
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Type
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73370821

About this home

Opportunity knocks. This terrific two-family, owner's unit (#1)) has been previously renovated kitchen and a huge great room with fireplace off of the kitchen. The primary bedroom has a soaking bath and stand up shower. This is a great opportunity for owner occupancy and/or rental income. Also, ideal for the extended family situation! This property is well located in the heart of Watertown.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,575,000
Final Sale Price: $1,485,000
Difference: $90,000 (-5.7%)
Performance Metrics
94.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $496
Sale $/sq ft: $467
This property sold for $467 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.7% below the original asking price.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,178 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
2
Levels
2

Interior Features

Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living RM/Dining RM Combo
Laundry Features
Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Washer & Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Walk-Out Access

Exterior & Structure

Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.24 acres
Lot Size
10,449 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2400
Lot Features
Level

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Public School
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$14,350
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,228,600
Parcel Number
849117
Zoning
T

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual

Location

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Neighborhood

79 Hovey Street, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,196
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.7%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jul 1, 2025
$1,485,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
May 7, 2025
$1,575,000
Original listing
Agent: Harold Klingsberg Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 7, 2025 New Listing Added $1,575,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$467

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $14,350 $1,228,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,350
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,228,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Harold Klingsberg
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID BB300529
Office MLS ID AN6227

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