For sale

$900,000

70 Hovey St, Watertown, MA 02472

3beds

2,201sqft

$6,029/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1916

5,225 Square Feet Lot

$897,700 Zestimate^®

$409/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Private yardThree bedrooms

Where Morning Coffee Meets Afternoon AdventuresPicture waving goodbye from your front door as the kids walk one block to school — no rush, no traffic, just an easy start to the day. That's life in this 2,200-square-foot home, offering three bedrooms and two full baths in a layout that balances togetherness with privacy.Out back, a private yard invites quiet mornings, weekend gatherings, and room for kids and pets to roam — all within a neighborhood peaceful enough to hear the birds.The elementary, middle and high schools sit within a half-mile, local shops and restaurants are just minutes away, and public transit puts Cambridge and downtown Boston within easy reach — trade the commute for a good book and still be home for dinner.This is a home that gives you back your time and peace of mind. Schedule your private showing today — homes like this don't last.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator

Features

Flooring: Wood
Basement: Full
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,201
Total interior livable area: 2,201 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,201

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Has garage: Yes
Uncovered spaces: 3

Lot

Size: 5,225 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 849089
Zoning: T

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Condition

Year built: 1916

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Park, Golf, Laundromat, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Watertown

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $409/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,030,500
Annual tax amount: $12,572
Date on market: 9/17/2026
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer Shall Be Removed By Owner Before Closing And Is Not Part Of The Sale.

Estimated market value

$897,700

$853,000 - $943,000

$4,284/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/21/2026	Listed for sale	$900,000$409/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73578712 Report a problem
10/17/2026	Contingent	$900,000$409/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73578712 Report a problem
9/17/2026	Listed for sale	$900,000$409/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73578712 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$11,815 +13.4%	$1,011,600 +13.6%
2024	$10,415 -7.7%	$890,200 +7.1%
2023	$11,285 +10%	$831,000 +7.3%
2022	$10,259 +10.2%	$774,300 +1.9%
2021	$9,310 +2.8%	$760,000 +1.9%
2020	$9,053 +3.2%	$745,700 +9.4%
2019	$8,776 +6.3%	$681,400 +11.2%
2018	$8,256 +5%	$612,900 +8.2%
2017	$7,866 +9.2%	$566,300 +7.6%
2016	$7,203 -2.3%	$526,500 +7.3%
2015	$7,375 +4.3%	$490,700 +3.8%
2014	$7,073 +1.9%	$472,800
2013	$6,941 +5.1%	$472,800 +3.1%
2012	$6,602 +5.6%	$458,500 +2.1%
2011	$6,253 +1.7%	$449,200 -2.7%
2010	$6,147 +9%	$461,800 +0.2%
2009	$5,639 +5.8%	$460,700 -1.5%
2008	$5,328 +6.1%	$467,800 -2.7%
2007	$5,023 +0.2%	$480,700 +7.1%
2006	$5,015 +1.1%	$449,000 -1.3%
2005	$4,961 +12.1%	$454,700 +6.3%
2004	$4,426 +4.8%	$427,600 +28.1%
2003	$4,223 +6.2%	$333,800 +5%
2002	$3,976 +19.9%	$317,800 +28.3%
2000	$3,317 +3.8%	$247,700 +10.1%
1999	$3,196	$224,900