Beautiful tree-lined residential side street, 1 of Watertown's finest houses. Majestically sited. 1892 Queen Anne/Colonial Revival close to Harvard Sq., Watertown Sq., Silver Line to Boston, Storrow Drive, Mass. Pike. Deep, spacious wrap-around porch. Gracious, elegant, high-ceiling rooms. Superb light exposures. 5-6 bedrooms + huge studio/office. Arched windows, bay windows, gorgeous stained glass, oversized windows throughout, handsome period fireplaces, magnificent original woodwork, large deck, dormers, turret, variety of shingle patterns, generous bay windows, great traffic flow. Expansive, level, landscaped grounds ideal for children, gardening, entertaining. Mature trees & shrubs, many perennials. Lovely views of neighboring gardens & residences from all of the house's many windows. Oak floors, cross-ventilation. 2-car garage, 4-car driveway. Not on market in 38 years! Russell Ave. getting new infrastructure. Several-hundred-million-dollar state-of-the-art high school nearby.
Sold for $1,925,000
$1,925,000
49 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
6beds
3,668sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
0.36 Acres Lot
$2,282,300 Zestimate®
$525/sqft
$6,422 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,282,300
$2.05M - $2.56M
$6,422/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Petrowsky Jones Group 617-504-6330,
Compass 617-303-0067,
John Petrowsky 617-504-6330
Bought with:
Timothy Roche
RE/MAX On the Charles
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73275729
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Second
- Area: 292.19
- Dimensions: 18.75 x 15.58
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 292.35
- Dimensions: 18.08 x 16.17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 187.88
- Dimensions: 13.92 x 13.5
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 114.58
- Dimensions: 13.75 x 8.33
Bedroom 5
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 243.67
- Dimensions: 17 x 14.33
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 293.49
- Dimensions: 18.83 x 15.58
Kitchen
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Pantry, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Storage, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 191.63
- Dimensions: 15.75 x 12.17
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 264.33
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 17.33
Heating
- Central, Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Open Floorplan, Storage, Lighting - Pendant, Archway, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Cedar Closet(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Center Hall, Kitchen, Bedroom, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Vinyl
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Bay/Bow/Box, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,668
- Total interior livable area: 3,668 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony / Deck, Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:1103 B:0021 L:0000,853392
- Zoning: S-10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Queen Anne,Colonial Revival
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Granite
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), 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
Location
- Region: Watertown
- Subdivision: Oakley
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2024 | Sold | $1,925,000$525/sqft |
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| 8/18/2024 | Contingent | $1,925,000$525/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73275729 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,925,000+54%$525/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73275729 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2010 | Listing removed | $1,250,000$341/sqft |
Source: Richard Beaty #71056410 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000-1.2%$341/sqft |
Source: Richard Beaty #71056410 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2009 | Listing removed | $1,265,000$345/sqft |
Source: Richard Beaty #70914323 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,265,000$345/sqft |
Source: Richard Beaty #70914323 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,872 +9.5% | $1,958,200 +9.7% |
| 2024 | $20,889 -1% | $1,785,400 +14.9% |
| 2023 | $21,107 +6.5% | $1,554,300 +4% |
| 2022 | $19,811 +15.5% | $1,495,200 +6.7% |
| 2021 | $17,159 +4.8% | $1,400,700 +3.9% |
| 2020 | $16,370 +4.9% | $1,348,400 +11.3% |
| 2019 | $15,609 +1.2% | $1,211,900 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $15,418 +0.4% | $1,144,600 +3.6% |
| 2017 | $15,351 +1.5% | $1,105,200 |
| 2016 | $15,119 -6.3% | $1,105,200 +2.9% |
| 2015 | $16,138 +0.5% | $1,073,700 |
| 2014 | $16,063 +1.9% | $1,073,700 |
| 2013 | $15,762 +4.2% | $1,073,700 +2.2% |
| 2012 | $15,121 +3% | $1,050,100 -0.5% |
| 2011 | $14,687 +3.5% | $1,055,100 -1% |
| 2010 | $14,187 +5.6% | $1,065,900 -2.9% |
| 2009 | $13,432 +6.7% | $1,097,400 -0.7% |
| 2008 | $12,586 +7.1% | $1,105,000 -1.7% |
| 2007 | $11,750 -2.2% | $1,124,400 +4.6% |
| 2006 | $12,010 +19.6% | $1,075,200 +16.8% |
| 2005 | $10,042 +11.2% | $920,400 +5.5% |
| 2004 | $9,028 +7% | $872,300 +30.8% |
| 2003 | $8,439 +6.2% | $667,100 +5% |
| 2002 | $7,949 +14.4% | $635,400 +22.5% |
| 2000 | $6,948 +8% | $518,900 +14.6% |
| 1999 | $6,436 | $452,900 |
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Neighborhood: 02472
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hosmer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Watertown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Watertown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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