This charming second floor unit in a well maintained two-family condo is the perfect opportunity to start building equity instead of paying rent. Located just minutes from Boston and Cambridge, this property offers a blend of convenience and comfort, making it an excellent choice for investors or those seeking a forever home. Inside, a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace invites gatherings or quiet nights in. The large kitchen, complete with a pantry and adjacent dining room, hardwood floors, and updated windows, adds to the home’s appeal. At the back of the home, you’ll find a generously sized family room, ideal for play or relaxation, while a private covered porch offers an outdoor retreat. The one-car garage means no winter shoveling and additional storage space in the basement adds extra practicality. Set on a pleasant residential street, this home is a peaceful haven with convenient shopping and amenities nearby.
Sold for $720,000
$720,000
35 Desmond Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
3beds
1,525sqft
Condominium
Built in 1967
-- sqft lot
$737,900 Zestimate®
$472/sqft
$3,536 Estimated rent
Home value
$737,900
$686,000 - $797,000
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Cozy fireplaceGenerously sized family roomHardwood floorsPrivate covered porchAdjacent dining roomUpdated windowsLarge kitchen
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Listed by:
Mimi Henning 781-454-5589,
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty 781-862-1700
Bought with:
Diane Cadogan Hughes
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73307749
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Family room
- Features: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Sunken
- Level: Main
- Area: 275
- Dimensions: 25 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Living room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, In Building
Features
- Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,525
- Total interior livable area: 1,525 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Under, Deeded, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
- Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters
Details
- Parcel number: 4681319
- Zoning: T
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Oven
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School
Location
- Region: Watertown
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $200 monthly
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/5/2024 | Sold | $720,000+2.9%$472/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73307749 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2024 | Contingent | $699,900$459/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73307749 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $699,900+12%$459/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73307749 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2019 | Sold | $625,000+64.5%$410/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2007 | Sold | $380,000$249/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,094 +9.1% | $693,000 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $7,418 -7.3% | $634,000 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $7,999 +16.3% | $589,000 +13.4% |
| 2022 | $6,879 +8.2% | $519,200 |
| 2021 | $6,360 +17.8% | $519,200 +16.7% |
| 2020 | $5,401 +3.6% | $444,900 +9.9% |
| 2019 | $5,215 +14.3% | $404,900 +19.5% |
| 2018 | $4,562 -3% | $338,700 |
| 2017 | $4,705 +1.6% | $338,700 |
| 2016 | $4,633 -9% | $338,700 |
| 2015 | $5,091 +13.4% | $338,700 +12.9% |
| 2014 | $4,488 +1.9% | $300,000 |
| 2013 | $4,404 -5.2% | $300,000 -7% |
| 2012 | $4,644 +3.5% | $322,500 |
| 2011 | $4,489 +0.7% | $322,500 -3.7% |
| 2010 | $4,459 +5.5% | $335,000 -3% |
| 2009 | $4,228 +11.5% | $345,400 +3.8% |
| 2008 | $3,791 | $332,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02472
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cunniff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Watertown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Watertown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cunniff
- Middle: Watertown
- High: Watertown
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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Estimated market value
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Watertown
- 02472
- 35 Desmond Ave
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