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256 Sycamore St # 256, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472
$915,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,601
Sq Ft
$572
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
2
Parking
16
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 4, 2026 • MLS# 73482742 Copied! • Updated Apr 30, 2026

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,000
Final Sale Price: $915,000
Difference: +$66,000 (+7.8%)
Performance Metrics
107.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $530
Sale $/sq ft: $572
This property sold for $572 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$572/sq ft
Area Average
$361/sq ft
Difference
+58.4%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo ideally located where Watertown meets Belmont and Waltham. This multi-level home lives like a single-family, featuring an open floor plan, exclusive use driveway, and a large fenced-in private yard. Renovated w/ charm and character in 2018, offering a bright living room w/ sightlines to the dining area into the yard via a glass slider. The white kitchen has an island and is open to the dining space. The smooth flow of the main level and easy connection to the outdoor areas make this home perfect for living/entertaining. 2 bedrooms and a full bath conveniently located on the 1st floor. The bright lower level offers an expansive family room, ideal for recreation/additional living space. The primary suite is also located on this level and includes a full bath w/ a tiled shower and glass enclosure. Exclusive-use areas include a charming front porch, covered back porch, and a private fenced-in yard w/ patio. Minutes to commuter rail, shops, Cambridge/Boston.

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Property History

Market Insights

28%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 30, 2026
$915,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
📋
Status: Active under contract
Mar 8, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Mar 8, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 4, 2026
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Bob Airasian Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 4, 2026
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Bob Airasian Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Previous Transaction - MLS #72790059
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 28, 2021
$659,000
MLS #72790059

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,525 $729,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,525
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$729,900

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1920
Living Area 1,601 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Patio
Features Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $8,525
Assessed Value $729,900

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Please See Firm Remarks Section Of The Mls Listing
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 256
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 17 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,601 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
6 x 8
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom3
9 x 10
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
8 x 10
Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Decorative Molding
Kitchen
8 x 13
Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Decorative Molding
Bedroom2
12 x 12
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Living Room
12 x 16
Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Decorative Molding

Basement Floor

Bathroom2
7 x 7
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Master Bedroom
12 x 17
Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Laminate
Family Room
10 x 15
Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bathroom3
Office
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Effective Year (Renovated): 2018
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved
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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
Cunniff School
0.4 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+
Daniel Butler School
0.5 mi | #76 of 824 | Score: 60.7
Improved 2 spots from last year
+2.5 above state avg
261 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-03
B+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
0.7 mi | #270 of 824 | Score: 51.8
Improved 2 spots from last year
-6.4 below state avg
350 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A-
Watertown Middle School
0.8 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+
Belmont Middle School
1.8 mi | #15 of 352 | Score: 62.5
Dropped 13 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
742 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
1.9 mi | #160 of 352 | Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
618 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Walker Beacon School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
Arlington School
0.8 mi
Grades 08-12
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
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256 Sycamore St # 256, Watertown MA 02472

Watertown, MA 02472

Listing Information

Listing Agent Bob Airasian
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Office Phone 617-484-5300
Agent MLS ID BB815791
Office MLS ID AN6190
Listing Data Updated Apr 30, 2026 2:12 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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