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Last Sold Price
4 beds2,245 sqft
78 Charles River Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.13 acresLot Size
1931Year Built
$368/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Highly sought on Charles River Rd, set on Watertown’s Riverfront Park w/magnificent views, this 3-story, 1931 Craftsman-style w/4 beds and 2 baths is filled w/historic charm, natural woodwork, and hand-crafted elements. At the center, a foyer w/dramatic columns that flank the entrance to the LR and DR, a wide ½ landing staircase to the 2nd fl, an archway to the kitchen and a step down to the 4 season porch. LR w/frplc and bay window opens to a formal DR w/a 10'x2' built-in bench overlooking the yard....Highly sought on Charles River Rd, set on Watertown’s Riverfront Park w/magnificent views, this 3-story, 1931 Craftsman-style w/4 beds and 2 baths is filled w/historic charm, natural woodwork, and hand-crafted elements. At the center, a foyer w/dramatic columns that flank the entrance to the LR and DR, a wide ½ landing staircase to the 2nd fl, an archway to the kitchen and a step down to the 4 season porch. LR w/frplc and bay window opens to a formal DR w/a 10'x2' built-in bench overlooking the yard. Custom Kraftmaid KIT w/L-shaped peninsula accented by granite, stone, wood beam ceiling, recessed lights, packed w/nooks, pull-outs w/built-in desk! Handy 1st flr bath w/laundry! 2nd fl w/3 gracious beds, an office and a full bath. Walk-up finished attic, 9’ ceilings, massive w/panoramic views of the Charles! W/O fin LL w/fresh paint, plank flrs. Gas heat/cooking, large closets and hdwd thruout. Oversized 1 car gar! Parking! Prof landscaped, brick patio offers quiet retreat! Commuter Dream
Listing closed: 07/24/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72660059

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Zemack Real Estate, Elena Darter

Sold By Dina's Realty, LLC, Sladjana Zivkovic-Vukovic

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Property Information for 78 Charles River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,819 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Watertown
  • MLS Area: East Watertown
  • Area: MA-Watertown-East Watertown, MA-Watertown
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Craftsman
  • Style: Garden, Colonial, Craftsman
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,870 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, Other (See Remarks), Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2245.0
  • Color: Green
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Beadboard, Crown Molding, Den, Office
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterview Features: Dock/Mooring, Public, River, Walk to, Other (See Remarks)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Work Area, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Work Area, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: 2 Units, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, 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: Skylight,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Attic Access,Cable Hookup,Dressing Room,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Remodeled,Crown Molding,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Low Flow Toilet,Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass,Dryer Hookup - Gas,Washer Hookup,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Low Flow Toilet,Cabinets - Upgraded,Cable Hookup,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Handicap Accessible,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Vinyl,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead
  • Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Pot Filler Faucet,Gas Stove,Peninsula,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Handicap Equipped,Cable Hookup,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Crown Molding
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Listing agent related to Seller. Electric heat in MBR only,Furnace is older,sold "as is"
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0917 B:0011 L:0017,852510
  • Assessments: $644,100
  • Block: 0011
  • Book: 12338
  • Lot: 0017
  • Map: 0917
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: T
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Block
  • Frontage: 51.00
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 78 Charles River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 24, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72660059

$827,000
Jun 11, 2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72660059

Jun 11, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72660059

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/24/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72660059

$827,000
06/11/2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72660059

06/11/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72660059

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 78 Charles River Road

Taxable ValueLand$400,600Additions$447,000Total$847,600
Tax Record2025$9,900 ($825 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,120 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,120 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt832 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,870 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1931Year Renovated2000ZoningTCountyMIDDLESEXAPNWATE M:0917 B:0011 L:0017

Schools near 78 Charles River Road

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 78 Charles River Road, Watertown, MA 02472
$827,000
4
2,245
5,870
$638,000
6
2,716
5,663
$1
4
2
2,504
4
1
1,708
4,006
3
1.5
1,385
4,017
$1
3
2,418
3,942

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