Welcome to 68 Highland Ave—a beautifully updated single-family home with a versatile in-law suite, ready for its next chapter. The main level features a bright, open-concept layout where the kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining and living areas—ideal for entertaining. The primary suite offers a retreat with an en suite bathroom complete with heated tile floors. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath provide flexibility for family, guests, or a dedicated home office. The lower level expands the home’s possibilities with a separate-entry in-law suite, offering its own bedroom, full bath, living and dining area, and kitchenette. Additional highlights include insulated walls and attic, replacement windows, a 2021 boiler, and updated kitchen finishes featuring a new stove, countertops, and backsplash. Conveniently located near Cuniff Elementary School, Watertown Middle School, and a variety of local restaurants.
Sold for $1,160,000
$1,160,000
68 Highland Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
4beds
2,523sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
5,378 Square Feet Lot
$1,170,600 Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$4,510 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,170,600
$1.09M - $1.25M
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Replacement windowsBright open-concept layoutInsulated walls and atticIdeal for entertainingVersatile in-law suiteTwo additional bedrooms
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Listed by:
Alexandra Evers 617-997-5102,
Keller Williams Realty 617-969-9000
Bought with:
Santana Team
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73494917
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,523
- Total interior livable area: 2,523 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,328
- Finished area below ground: 1,195
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,378 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: M:0605 B:0001 L:0143,850950
- Zoning: T
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Watertown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,011,200
- Annual tax amount: $11,811
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $1,160,000+0.9%$460/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73494917 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Contingent | $1,150,000$456/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73494917 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+7.5%$456/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73494917 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2022 | Sold | $1,070,000+14%$424/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72960012 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2022 | Contingent | $939,000$372/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72960012 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $939,000+47.4%$372/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72960012 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2015 | Sold | $637,000+8.1%$252/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2015 | Listed for sale | $589,000+55%$233/sqft |
Source: Boston Green Realty #71836458 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2013 | Sold | $380,000-2.3%$151/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2013 | Listed for sale | $389,000$154/sqft |
Source: Vanguard Realty #71550652 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,811 -0.7% | $1,011,200 -0.5% |
| 2024 | $11,890 +2.3% | $1,016,200 +18.7% |
| 2023 | $11,626 +12.7% | $856,100 +10% |
| 2022 | $10,315 +10.2% | $778,500 +1.9% |
| 2021 | $9,360 +2.8% | $764,100 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $9,103 +3.1% | $749,800 +9.4% |
| 2019 | $8,831 +4.9% | $685,600 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $8,421 +11.2% | $625,200 +14.7% |
| 2017 | $7,574 +34% | $545,300 +32% |
| 2016 | $5,651 -0.4% | $413,100 +9.4% |
| 2015 | $5,675 +8.6% | $377,600 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $5,226 +1.9% | $349,300 |
| 2013 | $5,128 +6.3% | $349,300 +4.3% |
| 2012 | $4,823 +3.1% | $334,900 -0.4% |
| 2011 | $4,680 +0.8% | $336,200 -3.6% |
| 2010 | $4,643 -0.6% | $348,800 -8.6% |
| 2009 | $4,670 +5.5% | $381,500 -1.8% |
| 2008 | $4,426 -0.1% | $388,600 -8.3% |
| 2007 | $4,430 +11.5% | $423,900 +19.2% |
| 2006 | $3,972 -10.2% | $355,600 -12.3% |
| 2005 | $4,423 +15.4% | $405,400 +9.5% |
| 2004 | $3,832 +7.5% | $370,200 +31.4% |
| 2003 | $3,565 +6.1% | $281,800 +5% |
| 2002 | $3,359 +17.7% | $268,500 +26% |
| 2000 | $2,853 +4% | $213,100 +10.4% |
| 1999 | $2,744 | $193,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02472
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cunniff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Watertown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Watertown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cuniff Elementary
- Middle: Watertown Middle School
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
- 68 Highland Ave
