OFF MARKET

Off market feb 2025 for $1.6M

$1,708,002

•

3,061

sq ft

12 Walnut, Watertown, MA 02472

About this home

Step into timeless elegance at 12 Walnut St, a masterfully restored historic Victorian nestled in East Watertown. This 5BD, 3.5BA residence blends the charm of yesteryear with todays luxuries. As you enter, you are greeted by SKY-HIGH ceilings and enormous windows flooding each room with natural light. The airy interiors are perfect for both grand entertaining and intimate family gatherings. The state-of-the-art kitchen boasts professional appliances making it a culinary enthusiast's dream. The generously sized bedrooms provide a perfect blend of comfort and luxury, but the master suite is a true oasis, featuring a lavish en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. Two car parking, and an abundance of private outdoor space, including a large deck and an expansive backyard, make this home perfect for any family. The commute to Downtown Boston or Cambridge is a breeze, providing urban buyers the opportunity to enjoy a suburban lifestyle without sacrifice. Visit 12 Walnut today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$558Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by The Quirk Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Bought with Santana Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

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•Source:MLS PIN #73312208

Redfin Estimate

$1,708,002

$58K since sold in February 2025$36K since September

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This home's estimate is 7.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.59M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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SOLD JUL 10, 2026
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C
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D
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SOLD MAR 31, 2026
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E
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SOLD JUL 14, 2026
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F
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$340,353

Est. take-home

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Market trends in 02472, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.7%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$870K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

0 days MoM

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110

2 MoM

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Sale history for 12 Walnut

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,639 (−7.5%)

$578,100 + $589,600

$1,167,700

2024

$14,750 (−11.5%)

$568,100 + $692,600

$1,260,700

2023

$16,674 (+6.4%)

$543,700 + $684,100

$1,227,800

2022

$15,672 (+12.1%)

$492,300 + $690,500

$1,182,800

2021

$13,980 (+3.7%)

$476,100 + $665,100

$1,141,200

2020

$13,475 (+4.0%)

$459,800 + $650,200

$1,110,000

2019

$12,953 (+4.3%)

$459,800 + $545,900

$1,005,700

2018

$12,421 (+2.9%)

$427,400 + $494,700

$922,100

2017

$12,076 (+4.0%)

$374,700 + $494,700

$869,400

2016

$11,616 (+14.1%)

$354,400 + $494,700

$849,100

2015

$10,177 (+3.6%)

$313,800 + $363,300

$677,100

2014

$9,826 (+1.9%)

$293,500 + $363,300

$656,800

2013

$9,642 (+4.5%)

$293,500 + $363,300

$656,800

2012

$9,225 (+8.6%)

$277,300 + $363,300

$640,600

2011

$8,494 (+2.2%)

$271,200 + $339,000

$610,200

2010

$8,312 (−3.2%)

$285,400 + $339,100

$624,500

2009

$8,583

$320,200 + $381,000

$701,200

Tax history for 12 Walnut

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,639 (−7.5%)

$578,100 + $589,600

$1,167,700

2024

$14,750 (−11.5%)

$568,100 + $692,600

$1,260,700

2023

$16,674 (+6.4%)

$543,700 + $684,100

$1,227,800

2022

$15,672 (+12.1%)

$492,300 + $690,500

$1,182,800

2021

$13,980 (+3.7%)

$476,100 + $665,100

$1,141,200

2020

$13,475 (+4.0%)

$459,800 + $650,200

$1,110,000

2019

$12,953 (+4.3%)

$459,800 + $545,900

$1,005,700

2018

$12,421 (+2.9%)

$427,400 + $494,700

$922,100

2017

$12,076 (+4.0%)

$374,700 + $494,700

$869,400

2016

$11,616 (+14.1%)

$354,400 + $494,700

$849,100

2015

$10,177 (+3.6%)

$313,800 + $363,300

$677,100

2014

$9,826 (+1.9%)

$293,500 + $363,300

$656,800

2013

$9,642 (+4.5%)

$293,500 + $363,300

$656,800

2012

$9,225 (+8.6%)

$277,300 + $363,300

$640,600

2011

$8,494 (+2.2%)

$271,200 + $339,000

$610,200

2010

$8,312 (−3.2%)

$285,400 + $339,100

$624,500

2009

$8,583

$320,200 + $381,000

$701,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.32 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,915

Year built

1875

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Middlesex County

APN

852984

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,061
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Lead Paint: Yes

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Level

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 0

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Mt. Auburn to Walnut
UnparsedAddress: 12 Walnut, Watertown MA 02472

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 8
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,915
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1875
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 852984

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hosmer Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Watertown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

7/10

Watertown High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Watertown, MA • 02472

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.62M – $1.97M

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Data from public records.

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