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  • $1,012,200

    78 Charles River Rd, Watertown, MA 02472

    4beds
    2,245sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1931
    5,662 Square Feet Lot
    $1,012,200 Zestimate®
    $451/sqft
    $4,058 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,012,200

    $941,000 - $1.09M

    $4,058/mo

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    What's special

    Highly sought on Charles River Rd, set on Watertown's Riverfront Park w/magnificent views, this 3-story, 1931 Craftsman-style w/4 beds and 2 baths is filled w/historic charm, natural woodwork, and hand-crafted elements. At the center, a foyer w/dramatic columns that flank the entrance to the LR and DR, a wide ½ landing staircase to the 2nd fl, an archway to the kitchen and a step down to the 4 season porch. LR w/frplc and bay window opens to a formal DR w/a 10'x2' built-in bench overlooking the yard. Custom Kraftmaid KIT w/L-shaped peninsula accented by granite, stone, wood beam ceiling, recessed lights, packed w/nooks, pull-outs w/built-in desk! Handy 1st flr bath w/laundry! 2nd fl w/3 gracious beds, an office and a full bath. Walk-up finished attic, 9' ceilings, massive w/panoramic views of the Charles! W/O fin LL w/fresh paint, plank flrs. Gas heat/cooking, large closets and hdwd thruout. Oversized 1 car gar! Parking! Prof landscaped, brick patio offers quiet retreat! Commuter Dream

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Electric, Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Microwave
    Features
    • Cable Available, Walk-Up Attic
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,245 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stone, Vinyl
    Lot
    • Size: 5,662 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: WATEM0917B0011L0017

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1931

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Watertown

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, Other (see Remarks), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area
    • Construction: Frame, Stone/Concrete
    • Electric Feature: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amps
    • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Windows, Insulated Doors, Prog. Thermostat
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
    • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Icemaker Connection
    • Year Round: Yes
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
    • Exterior: Vinyl, Shake
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable Hookup, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet - Double, Crown Molding
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed4 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas, Hot Water Radiators, Electric Baseboard
    • Interior Features: Cable Available, Walk-Up Attic
    • Kit Dscrp: Pantry, Main Level, Dining Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Closet, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Ceiling - Beamed, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Pot Filler Faucet, Exterior Access, Cable Hookup, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Attic Access, Cable Hookup, Dressing Room, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Skylight, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Closet - Double, Lighting - Overhead, Ceiling - Half-Vaulted
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Colonial, Craftsman
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable Hookup, Closet - Walk-In, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Closet - Linen, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Bathroom - 3/4, Low Flow Toilet, Main Level, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Pedestal Sink, Decorative Molding
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Cabinets - Upgraded, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Sconce, Decorative Molding
    • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Work Area
    • Bed4 Dscrp: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled, Handicap Accessible, Bathroom - Full, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
    • Fam Level: Basement
    • Fam Dscrp: Cable Hookup, Closet, Open Floor Plan, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead
    • Mbr Level: Third Floor
    • Cooling: 2 Units, Ductless Mini-Split System
    • Basement Feature: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Finished, Exterior Access
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Fenced Yard, Storage Shed
    • Laundry Level: First Floor
    • Laundry Dscrp: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Bathroom - 3/4, Laundry Sink
    • Liv Dscrp: Cable Hookup, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Ceiling Fan(s), Window(s) - Picture, Remodeled, Handicap Equipped, Crown Molding, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
    • Road Type: Public, Paved, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Scenic View(s), Level, Fenced/Enclosed
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Foundation: Concrete Block

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/24/2020Sold$827,000-2.7%$368/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/27/2020Listed for sale$850,000$379/sqft
    Source: Zemack Real Estate #72660059 Report a problem
    5/27/2020Pending sale$850,000$379/sqft
    Source: Zemack Real Estate #72660059 Report a problem
    5/21/2020Listed for sale$850,000$379/sqft
    Source: Zemack Real Estate #72660059 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,900 +3.7%$847,600 +3.8%
    2024$9,550 -8.3%$816,200 +6.4%
    2023$10,420 +5.6%$767,300 +3%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 02472

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