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Sold for $409,900
  • $409,900

    79 Deforest St, Watertown, CT 06795

    4beds
    2,948sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1778
    -- sqft lot
    $412,600 Zestimate®
    $139/sqft
    $2,651 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $412,600

    $342,000 - $499,000

    $2,651/mo

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    What's special

    Step into history and comfort in this 1778 Colonial offering nearly 3,000 sq ft of character and modern updates. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms plus a bonus room, 1.5 baths, and wide-plank hardwood floors throughout, this home blends timeless charm with everyday convenience. Two fireplaces anchor the living and family rooms, while built-ins add function and warmth. The eat-in kitchen has new appliances and a gas cooktop, flowing into a bright sunroom and formal dining room that opens to a stone patioperfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes a sitting area and built-in closets. A walk-up attic and historic barn provide abundant storage. Recent improvements include a 2019 roof, updated mechanicals, and newly relocated upstairs laundry. Outside, enjoy mature landscaping, stone walls, and a peaceful setting just steps from the Taft School area, parks, and town amenities. Available on an annual lease at $3,500/month. Lease with option to buy or short-term rental options may be considered at adjusted rates.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Fireplace
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WD Hookup
    • Laundry: Hookups
    Features
    • Individual Climate Control, Storage, View, WD Hookup, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum/Vinyl
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,948 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Disabled access
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Parking, Pet friendly, View Type: View
    Details
    • Parcel number: WATEM99AB62L16

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1778

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Watertown

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $3,500

    Other

    Other facts
    • Available date: 09/18/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/28/2026Sold$409,900$139/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/28/2026Listing removed$409,900$139/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24146908 Report a problem
    1/6/2026Listed for sale$409,900+0.2%$139/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24146908 Report a problem
    10/10/2025Listing removed$3,500$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    9/17/2025Listed for rent$3,500$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    9/16/2025Listing removed$409,000$139/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24096166 Report a problem
    9/3/2025Price change$409,000-4.7%$139/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24096166 Report a problem
    7/24/2025Price change$429,000-4.7%$146/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24096166 Report a problem
    6/16/2025Price change$450,000-8%$153/sqft
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    6/3/2025Price change$489,000-2.2%$166/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24096166 Report a problem
    5/19/2025Price change$500,000-4.8%$170/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24096166 Report a problem
    5/15/2025Listed for sale$525,000+118.8%$178/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24096166 Report a problem
    2/12/2025Sold$240,000+28%$81/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/27/2019Sold$187,500$64/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170144882 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,762 +5.9%$291,690
    2024$8,275 +5.5%$291,690 +37.1%
    2023$7,844 +5.5%$212,800
    2022$7,435 +1.1%$212,800
    2021$7,354 +4.1%$212,800
    2020$7,063 $212,800
    2019$7,063 +3.2%$212,800 +4.4%
    2018$6,846 +5.4%$203,800
    2017$6,497 +3.2%$203,800
    2016$6,295 +2.6%$203,800
    2015$6,134 +3.4%$203,800
    2014$5,935 -1.9%$203,800 -15.4%
    2013$6,047 +3.6%$241,000
    2012$5,839 +3.9%$241,000
    2011$5,620 +1.8%$241,000
    2010$5,521 +2.4%$241,000
    2009$5,394 -0.4%$241,000 +20.9%
    2008$5,414 +6.4%$199,400
    2007$5,089 $199,400
    2006$5,089 +25.3%$199,400
    2004$4,062 +6.1%$199,400 +34.9%
    2003$3,830 +5.5%$147,810 +0%
    2001$3,630 -1.9%$147,805 -19.3%
    1995$3,702 $183,190

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    Neighborhood: 06795

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