Fabulous location, on one of Watertown's most desirable streets. This home has been lovely cared for by the same family for several years. and now ready for its new owner. This traditional colonial style needs many updates but is well worth the effort. Features include a good-sized living room, formal dining room, and eat-in kitchen. A bonus first-floor den , perfect for an office. The 2nd level has a master bedroom and two additional bedrooms, A two-car detached garage, and a porch. Easy access to the popular Lowell Elementary school and Victory field. The perfect commuting location, minutes to Cambridge, Belmont, Watertown Square, and the train station! This tree-lined street has always been a favorite Halloween destination for trick-and-treaters for many years! Don't miss your opportunity to view this special home! Showings Start Now! Offers Due Tueday by 4pm Feb 25,2025
Sold for $861,500
$861,500
48 Fitchburg St, Watertown, MA 02472
3beds
1,413sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,480,500 Zestimate®
$610/sqft
$3,424 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,480,500
$1.21M - $1.87M
$3,424/mo
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Traditional colonial styleTwo-car detached garageEat-in kitchenFormal dining roomMaster bedroomDesirable streetsTree-lined street
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Listed by:
Caroline Caira 617-699-3917,
RE/MAX On the Charles 781-894-1882
Bought with:
The Petrowsky Jones Group
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73336439
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 112.78
- Dimensions: 12.08 x 9.33
Bedroom 2
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 115
- Dimensions: 10 x 11.5
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 132.24
- Dimensions: 11.42 x 11.58
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 153.48
- Dimensions: 13.25 x 11.58
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 136.08
- Dimensions: 11.83 x 11.5
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 199.33
- Dimensions: 17.33 x 11.5
Heating
- Baseboard, Steam, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,413
- Total interior livable area: 1,413 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,413
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0372 B:0005 L:0063,848814
- Zoning: T
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Watertown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $610/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $850,100
- Annual tax amount: $9,929
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2025 | Sold | $861,500+1.4%$610/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73336439 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2025 | Contingent | $849,900$601/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73336439 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$601/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73336439 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,929 +11% | $850,100 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $8,949 -8.5% | $764,900 +6.2% |
| 2023 | $9,782 +10.3% | $720,300 +7.6% |
| 2022 | $8,872 +10.5% | $669,600 +2.2% |
| 2021 | $8,029 +3.2% | $655,400 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $7,783 +2.6% | $641,100 +8.9% |
| 2019 | $7,584 +5.2% | $588,800 +10% |
| 2018 | $7,208 +6.2% | $535,100 +9.5% |
| 2017 | $6,789 +8.9% | $488,800 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $6,237 -1.3% | $455,900 +8.5% |
| 2015 | $6,317 +4.9% | $420,300 +4.4% |
| 2014 | $6,020 +1.9% | $402,400 |
| 2013 | $5,907 +5.7% | $402,400 +3.7% |
| 2012 | $5,590 +13.9% | $388,200 +10.1% |
| 2011 | $4,908 +1% | $352,600 -3.4% |
| 2010 | $4,859 +1.7% | $365,100 -6.5% |
| 2009 | $4,780 +5.5% | $390,500 -1.8% |
| 2008 | $4,530 +5.5% | $397,700 -3.2% |
| 2007 | $4,293 +0.6% | $410,800 +7.6% |
| 2006 | $4,266 +0.8% | $381,900 -1.5% |
| 2005 | $4,231 +11.7% | $387,800 +5.9% |
| 2004 | $3,789 +7.5% | $366,100 +31.4% |
| 2003 | $3,524 +6.2% | $278,600 +5% |
| 2002 | $3,319 +18.5% | $265,300 +26.8% |
| 2000 | $2,801 +3.8% | $209,200 +10.2% |
| 1999 | $2,698 | $189,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02472
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10J.R. Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Watertown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Watertown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lowell
- 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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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Watertown
- 02472
- 48 Fitchburg St
