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
Sold for $2,020,000
$2,020,000
16 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
5beds
3,679sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
9,510 Square Feet Lot
$2,016,900 Zestimate®
$549/sqft
$6,545 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,016,900
$1.90M - $2.16M
$6,545/mo
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Extraordinary architectural detailPrivate fenced gardenOak and mahogany floorsPocket doorsGorgeous custom woodworkMany oversized windowsHigh ceilings
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Listed by:
The Petrowsky Jones Group 617-504-6330,
Compass 617-303-0067,
John Petrowsky 617-504-6330
Bought with:
Ana Andreev
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73530152
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: $549/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,542,100
- Annual tax amount: $18,012
- Date on market: 6/28/2026
- Exclusions: None. Period Light Fixtures Included. Any Offers Will Be Reviewed At 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, June 10.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Sold | $2,020,000+7.7%$549/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73530152 Report a problem | ||
| 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 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02472
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hosmer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Watertown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Watertown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: New, $225m State-Of-The-Art
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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