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Off Market Oct 2024 for $770K

$798,875

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,518/mo

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1,951

sq ft

40 Commonwealth Rd #2, Watertown, MA 02472

About this home

Location, location, location! Welcome home to this sunny and spacious condominium in desirable Oakley Country Club neighborhood on a lovely, tree lined street. This well-maintained condo offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on two levels. This unit includes a spacious living room with an ornamental fireplace, a wall of windows and direct access to an exterior porch. The dining room boasts original woodwork and built-in china cabinet, and leads to a bright, eat-in- kitchen with access to back enclosed porch. The second floor includes three spacious bedrooms, an office alcove, family bath and storage. Unfinished basement for laundry and storage, offering expansion potential. 1 garage spot & off street parking. Common garden space. Close to public transportation. Enjoy the beauty of nearby Fresh Pond Reservoir, the convenience of nearby shopping, & the highly acclaimed restaurants of Watertown & Cambridge. Easy access to Boston, Harvard Square, Arsenal Yards and major routes.

CondoProperty Type

1918Year Built

$409Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lynn Findlay • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Bought with H. Elaine Song • Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73288907

Redfin Estimate

$798,875

$29K since sold in October 2024$15K since July

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This home's estimate is 2.4% lower than the average sale price ($819K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$763,000
A
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SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$890,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,350 sq ft
46-48 Keenan St #48, Watertown, MA 02472
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN MAY 20, 2026
$750,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,694 sq ft
396 School St #396, Watertown, MA 02472
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$790,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,938 sq ft
72 Fairview Ave #72, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$775,000
E
2 beds1.5 baths1,326 sq ft
23 Pine St #1, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$945,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,430 sq ft
14 Adams Ave #14, Watertown, MA 02472

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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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Sale history for 40 Commonwealth Rd #2

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73288907

Oct 24, 2024

Sold

$770,000

$395/sq ft

Sep 17, 2024

Contingent

—

Sep 11, 2024

Listed

$739,000

$379/sq ft

MLS PIN #70932711

Aug 18, 2009

Sold

$422,000

$216/sq ft

Jun 26, 2009

Contingent

—

Jun 11, 2009

Listed

$435,000

$223/sq ft

Beautiful Top Floor Two Level 3 Bedroom Condo located on a tree lined street steps from The Oakley country Club. Large Living Room w/fireplace, Beamed natural woodwork ceilings. Formal Dining Room w/built-in. Spacious eat-in kitchen w/granite counters. Three good size bedrooms. Private front porch. Enclosed three season back porch. Garage parking. Private storage in basement. Close to transportation & shops.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,379 (+4.4%)

$768,800

2025

$8,980 (+0.2%)

$768,800

2024

$8,963 (−12.4%)

$766,100

2023

$10,235 (+10.5%)

$753,700

2022

$9,262 (+9.7%)

$699,000

2021

$8,440 (+0.9%)

$689,000

2020

$8,364 (+19.8%)

$689,000

2019

$6,981 (+4.2%)

$542,000

2018

$6,699 (+3.7%)

$497,300

2017

$6,460 (+10.0%)

$465,100

2016

$5,871 (−6.7%)

$429,200

2015

$6,290 (+5.0%)

$418,500

2014

$5,991 (+6.7%)

$400,500

2013

$5,617 (+2.0%)

$382,600

2012

$5,509 (+3.4%)

$382,600

2011

$5,326 (+6.6%)

$382,600

2010

$4,997 (+2.4%)

$375,400

2009

$4,879

$398,600

Tax history for 40 Commonwealth Rd #2

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,379 (+4.4%)

$768,800

2025

$8,980 (+0.2%)

$768,800

2024

$8,963 (−12.4%)

$766,100

2023

$10,235 (+10.5%)

$753,700

2022

$9,262 (+9.7%)

$699,000

2021

$8,440 (+0.9%)

$689,000

2020

$8,364 (+19.8%)

$689,000

2019

$6,981 (+4.2%)

$542,000

2018

$6,699 (+3.7%)

$497,300

2017

$6,460 (+10.0%)

$465,100

2016

$5,871 (−6.7%)

$429,200

2015

$6,290 (+5.0%)

$418,500

2014

$5,991 (+6.7%)

$400,500

2013

$5,617 (+2.0%)

$382,600

2012

$5,509 (+3.4%)

$382,600

2011

$5,326 (+6.6%)

$382,600

2010

$4,997 (+2.4%)

$375,400

2009

$4,879

$398,600

*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.

1,951

Year built

1918

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Middlesex County

APN

2213165S

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, Tandem

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Third

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Decorative Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 25
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Balcony / Deck,Balcony - Exterior,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Lighting - Pendant

Office Room Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Y

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Office, Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,951
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 2
Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,963
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $270
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Location Information
Directions: Belmont Street to Commonwealth Road.
UnparsedAddress: 40 Commonwealth Road # 2, Watertown MA 02472

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,951
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2213165S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
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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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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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 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

$759,000 – $919,000

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Home values near 40 Commonwealth Rd #2

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Commonwealth Road #1, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1352 Sq. Ft.	$821,333
41 Commonwealth Road, Watertown, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3213 Sq. Ft.	$1,370,212

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

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

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