OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2018 for $670K

$821,333

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,152/mo

•

1,352

sq ft

40 Commonwealth Rd #1, Watertown, MA 02472

About this home

Don't miss this super charming/renovated 7 room, 3 bed, 2 level Philadelphia style condo just a 9 iron from The Oakley Country Club in a stunningly beautiful 2 family style home! This unit exudes character throughout! Enjoy the spacious living room w/ 6 windows, natural woodwork abound, built in bookcase, ornamental fireplace w/ gorgeous wooden mantle/trim & breath-taking beamed ceilings. Formal dining room has impressive wainscoting, built in wooden china cabinet & lovely bay windows. Amazing '15 kitchen with new quartz counters, shaker style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, glass tiled backsplash, butcher block top island & family friendly built in breakfast nook. Enjoy modern amenities as well w/ new heating/central-air, on demand hotwater, Nest thermostat, insulated walls, energy efficient windows & recessed lights. Other features include a modern bath w/ marble floor, office room, private front porch, shared yard & parking. Conveniently close to transportation/shops/dining!

CondoProperty Type

1918Year Built

$607Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Shorey Sheehan Team • RE/MAX Destiny

Bought with Juriaan Evers • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.

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•Source:MLS PIN #72317958

Redfin Estimate

$821,333

$151K since sold in July 2018$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 3.9% higher than the average sale price ($791K) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$775,000
C
2 beds1.5 baths1,326 sq ft
23 Pine St #1, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$760,000
D
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$860,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,363 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$695,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,252 sq ft
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Market trends in 02472, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.6%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$850K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

0 days MoM

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102

6 MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Philly style condo has a good sized footprint, but some rooms and hallways on the smaller side. Sunny front porch and charming older finishes in the living/dining room. Full bath is on first floor.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Allison Ryder
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 40 Commonwealth Rd #1

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72317958

Jul 17, 2018

Sold

$670,000

$496/sq ft

May 9, 2018

Pending

—

May 1, 2018

Listed

$624,900

$462/sq ft

MLS PIN #71496988

Sep 30, 2013

Sold

$397,500

$294/sq ft

Aug 21, 2013

Contingent

—

Jul 25, 2013

Price Changed

$415,000

$307/sq ft

Jul 14, 2013

Relisted

—

Jun 4, 2013

Contingent

—

May 6, 2013

Relisted

—

Apr 4, 2013

Contingent

—

Mar 21, 2013

Listed

$429,000

$317/sq ft

+14

Beautiful 3 bedroom, two level Philadelphia style condo. Spacious living room with beamed ceilings, ornamental FP and natural wood through out. Open kitchen with separate eat-in area perfect for entertaining, DR w/nat wood china cab. Home includes basement for storage, garage, driveway parking, private front porch and beautiful sunny office. Perfect location; near the Oakley Country Club and close to transportation & shops. The warm and cozy living style offers great value in today's market.

RIS #1029199

Apr 12, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Nov 12, 2012

Listed

$429,000

$317/sq ft

MLS PIN #30277388

Mar 30, 1999

Sold

$235,000

$174/sq ft

Feb 16, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Nov 21, 1998

Listed

$239,900

$177/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,680 (+4.5%)

$711,500

2025

$8,310 (+5.7%)

$711,500

2024

$7,861 (−12.4%)

$671,900

2023

$8,978 (+10.4%)

$661,100

2022

$8,130 (+9.7%)

$613,600

2021

$7,409 (+0.9%)

$604,800

2020

$7,342 (+20.4%)

$604,800

2019

$6,099 (+4.1%)

$473,500

2018

$5,858 (+3.7%)

$434,900

2017

$5,649 (+10.0%)

$406,700

2016

$5,135 (−6.7%)

$375,400

2015

$5,501 (+4.9%)

$366,000

2014

$5,242 (+6.7%)

$350,400

2013

$4,913 (+1.9%)

$334,700

2012

$4,820 (+3.5%)

$334,700

2011

$4,659 (+6.6%)

$334,700

2010

$4,371 (+2.5%)

$328,400

2009

$4,266

$348,500

Tax history for 40 Commonwealth Rd #1

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,680 (+4.5%)

$711,500

2025

$8,310 (+5.7%)

$711,500

2024

$7,861 (−12.4%)

$671,900

2023

$8,978 (+10.4%)

$661,100

2022

$8,130 (+9.7%)

$613,600

2021

$7,409 (+0.9%)

$604,800

2020

$7,342 (+20.4%)

$604,800

2019

$6,099 (+4.1%)

$473,500

2018

$5,858 (+3.7%)

$434,900

2017

$5,649 (+10.0%)

$406,700

2016

$5,135 (−6.7%)

$375,400

2015

$5,501 (+4.9%)

$366,000

2014

$5,242 (+6.7%)

$350,400

2013

$4,913 (+1.9%)

$334,700

2012

$4,820 (+3.5%)

$334,700

2011

$4,659 (+6.6%)

$334,700

2010

$4,371 (+2.5%)

$328,400

2009

$4,266

$348,500

*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

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,352

Year built

1918

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Middlesex County

APN

2662343S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Assigned

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Remodeled,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Y

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Marble
Interior Features: Study

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,352
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 1999
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Entry Level: 1
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,975.26
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $230
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure

Location Information
Directions: Belmont St or Maplewood St to Commonwealth Rd
UnparsedAddress: 40 Commonwealth Road # 1, Watertown MA 02472

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
Pets Allowed: Yes

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,352
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2662343S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Offers Due By Tuesday 5/8 At 2pm!
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hosmer Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Watertown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

7/10

Watertown High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Local insights from Redfin agents

Watertown's urban-suburban feeling paired with its proximity to Cambridge & Boston have caused it to rapidly transform into a destination for home buyers. Historically a manufacturing city, it has changed into a restaurant, shopping, and biotech hub...
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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being 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

58% 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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$781,000 – $945,000

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Home values near 40 Commonwealth Rd #1

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Commonwealth Rd Apartment 2, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1951 Sq. Ft.	$798,875
41 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3213 Sq. Ft.	$1,370,212

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2720 Sq. Ft.	$1,180,376
36 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3228 Sq. Ft.	$1,189,552

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Commonwealth Rd Apartment 37, Watertown, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4186 Sq. Ft.	$1,379,467
44 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2977 Sq. Ft.	$1,200,722

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