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$1,875,000

16 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472

5beds

3,679sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1907

9,510 Square Feet Lot

$1,910,800 Zestimate^®

$510/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Extraordinary architectural detailPrivate fenced gardenOak and mahogany floorsPocket doorsGorgeous custom woodworkMany oversized windowsHigh ceilings

East Watertown. Sought-after Oakley neighborhood. Sunny, beautiful 1907 Arts & Crafts single-family residence. Extraordinary architectural detail. Large gracious rooms. At corner of 2 tree-lined residential side streets. 37' wide front porch opens to grand entry hall with magnificent stairway, huge 28' living room with handsome wood-burning fireplace, spacious family room with 3 exposures & many windows, large dining room with antique paneling. Gorgeous custom woodwork, renovated eat-in kitchen & deck, 5 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half-baths, 3rd-floor 2nd family room. Excellent traffic flow & cross-ventilation. 1st floor alone has 1,730 SF! Many meticulously restored oversized stained glass & leaded glass doors with matching side panels, pocket doors, oak & mahogany floors, high ceilings, dozens of elegant leaded glass windows, many oversized windows. High-ceiling large basement for workshops/crafts rooms, 9,510 sf lot. Private fenced garden. 2-car garage + 3 parking spaces

31 days

766

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second
Area: 321.11
Dimensions: 14.17 x 22.67

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second
Area: 167.53
Dimensions: 13.58 x 12.33

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second
Area: 173.3
Dimensions: 13.42 x 12.92

Bedroom 4

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second
Area: 129.63
Dimensions: 10.17 x 12.75

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass, Steam / Sauna
Level: Second
Area: 93.76
Dimensions: 13.08 x 7.17

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
Level: Second
Area: 79.69
Dimensions: 6.25 x 12.75

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - Half
Level: Third
Area: 58.92
Dimensions: 8.42 x 7

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Wainscoting, Pocket Door
Level: Main,First
Area: 207.96
Dimensions: 13.42 x 15.5

Family room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Chair Rail, Window Seat
Level: Main,First
Area: 210.58
Dimensions: 11.08 x 19

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 297.54
Dimensions: 18.5 x 16.08

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Wainscoting, Pocket Door, Window Seat
Level: Main,First
Area: 359.51
Dimensions: 27.83 x 12.92

Heating

Central, Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Ductless

Cooling

Central Air, Ductless

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Laundry Closet, First Floor, Washer Hookup

Features

Window Seat, Bathroom - Half, Dining Area, Entry Hall, Bathroom, Laundry Chute
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Windows: Bay/Bow/Box, Picture, Storm Window(s), Screens
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Radon Remediation System,Concrete,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,679
Total interior livable area: 3,679 sqft
Finished area above ground: 3,679
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Driveway, Paved
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 3

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No

Features

Levels: Multi/Split
Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced

Lot

Size: 9,510 Square Feet
Features: Corner Lot, Level

Details

Parcel number: M:1101 B:0005 L:0003,853348
Zoning: S-10

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Victorian,Shingle,Craftsman
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone, Granite
Roof: Slate,Rubber

Condition

Year built: 1907

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Subdivision: Oakley

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Watertown

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $510/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,542,100
Annual tax amount: $18,012
Date on market: 6/4/2026
Exclusions: None. Period Light Fixtures Included. Any Offers Will Be Reviewed At 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, June 10.
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$1,910,800

$1.74M - $2.10M

$5,172/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/19/2026	Pending sale	$1,875,000$510/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73530152 Report a problem
6/11/2026	Contingent	$1,875,000$510/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73530152 Report a problem
6/4/2026	Listed for sale	$1,875,000+562.5%$510/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73530152 Report a problem
9/10/1993	Sold	$283,000$77/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$18,012 +9.5%	$1,542,100 +9.7%
2024	$16,443 -3.3%	$1,405,400 +12.2%
2023	$17,005 +3.7%	$1,252,200 +1.1%
2022	$16,406 +8.9%	$1,238,200 +0.6%
2021	$15,072 +5.5%	$1,230,400 +4.6%
2020	$14,281 +4.6%	$1,176,400 +11%
2019	$13,648 +6.4%	$1,059,600 +11.3%
2018	$12,823 -3%	$952,000
2017	$13,223 +5.6%	$952,000 +4.1%
2016	$12,516 -9%	$914,900
2015	$13,751 +0.5%	$914,900
2014	$13,687 +1.9%	$914,900
2013	$13,431 +1.2%	$914,900 -0.7%
2012	$13,270 +1.7%	$921,500 -1.7%
2011	$13,051 -2.8%	$937,600 -7.1%
2010	$13,428 +11.5%	$1,008,900 +2.5%
2009	$12,044 +6.3%	$984,000 -1.1%
2008	$11,331 +13.2%	$994,800 +3.9%
2007	$10,009 -4.7%	$957,800 +1.9%
2006	$10,498 +13.4%	$939,800 +10.7%
2005	$9,258 +11.1%	$848,600 +5.4%
2004	$8,335 +8.9%	$805,300 +33.2%
2003	$7,651 -10.8%	$604,800 -11.8%
2002	$8,574 +49.6%	$685,400 +60.2%
2000	$5,730 +7.6%	$427,900 +14.2%
1999	$5,323	$374,600

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