23 Columbia St

3,135 Sq. Ft.
$636 / Sq. Ft.
3,135
Sq. Ft.
$636
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Special opportunity in Watertown's iconic Oakley CC neighborhood, this turnkey 1887 Stick Style Victorian blends preserved character with refined modern design. With 4 beds, 3 full baths and over 4000 sf, the home retains original details - slate roof, millwork, butler’s pantry - with updated kitchen and baths, custom built-ins, designer window treatments and lighting, lending a distinct European vibe to this American classic. Gracious living flows easily from functional kitchen/mudroom to elegant...Special opportunity in Watertown's iconic Oakley CC neighborhood, this turnkey 1887 Stick Style Victorian blends preserved character with refined modern design. With 4 beds, 3 full baths and over 4000 sf, the home retains original details - slate roof, millwork, butler’s pantry - with updated kitchen and baths, custom built-ins, designer window treatments and lighting, lending a distinct European vibe to this American classic. Gracious living flows easily from functional kitchen/mudroom to elegant entertaining rooms with French doors, tiled fireplace, and 9’ ceilings. Beautiful central stair leads to spacious and bright corner bedrooms. Flexible third-floor suite offers ideal space for primary retreat, guests, WFH needs. The reimagined lower level offers 1,000+ sf for media, fitness, wine cellar and storage. Curated outdoor living with a brick patio, Ipe deck, landscaped fenced yard, colorful gardens and planting beds, garage for storage, driveway w/EV charging. Not to be missed!
  1. Listed by Laura Segal • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 23 Columbia Street

Town
Watertown
Area
MA-Watertown
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Garden, Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING UPDATED: 05/04/2026 05:08 PM

Property Details for 23 Columbia Street

StatusContingent
MLS #73506270
Days on Market11
Taxes$14,146 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1887
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 23 Columbia Street

Stories-Year Built1887Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,501 SF

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$11,225 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,046

Property Taxes

$1,179

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 23 Columbia Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School
  • Living Area: 3135.0
  • Color: tan
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Remodeled
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Hosmer - Confirm W/Wps
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
  • Neighborhood: Oakley CC
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Bamboo, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Pendant, Mud Room, Media Room, Exercise Room, Entry Hall, Home Office, Wine Cellar
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate, Rubber
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Remodeled
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded,Double Vanity,Dryer Hookup - Gas,Remodeled,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Pendant,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood,French Doors
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Window Seat
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Room Office Level: Third
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: WhisperKool unit in wine cellar not functioning properly. Windows - a few small cracks,one detached window chain,one fogged. Recent ice dams caused minor leaks.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 853481
  • Assessments: $1,461,500
  • Book: 43615
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: S6
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 23 Columbia Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 4, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73506270

Apr 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73506270

$1,995,000
Aug 30, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #153593995

$760,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/04/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73506270

04/23/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73506270

$1,995,000
08/30/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #153593995

$760,000

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Public Records for 23 Columbia Street

Taxable ValueLand$625,500Additions$836,000Total$1,461,500
Tax Record2025$17,070 ($1,422 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,096 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,096 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,326 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,501 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1887ZoningS-6CountyMIDDLESEXAPNWATE M:1109 B:0008 L:0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 23 Columbia Street

This home is within Watertown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hosmer Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Watertown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Watertown High School
Public9 to 12

J.R. Lowell Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Laura Segal

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