This stately Victorian makes an immediate impression—bold in color, rich in character, and full of historic detail that’s increasingly hard to find. Crown molding, French doors, a secondary butler’s staircase, and incredible original built-ins speak to its 19th-century craftsmanship, carried throughout an expansive three-level layout with five bedrooms. A dining room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and bay window with built-in seating defines the main living spaces, while the spacious kitchen, centered around an island, opens directly to the backyard and garage. Upstairs, the home continues to unfold with period fireplaces, a private covered deck off the primary, and upper-level rooms lined with built-ins that offer flexibility for bedrooms, work, or creative use. Set near Watertown center and Harvard Square, with easy access to I-90 and public transportation, this historic single-family home is move-in ready, steeped in history, and ready for its next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1895Year Built
7,415 sq ftLot Size
$700Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Currier, Lane & Young• Compass
Listed by • Compass
Bought with Debbie Sayles• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Est. $4,299 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 40 Marion Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73491704
Apr 28, 2026
Sold
$1,700,000
$700/sq ft
Mar 25, 2026
Listed
$1,550,000
$638/sq ft
MLS PIN #70597548
Aug 24, 2007
Sold
$775,000
$319/sq ft
Jul 24, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 19, 2007
Listed
$779,000
$321/sq ft
Nestled in the Victory Field neighborhood, this stately 19th century Victorian gem is ready for the right buyer! Original character and details abound with multiple fireplaces, moldings, bay/bow windows, and a private master bedroom balcony. With a landscaped, fenced yard and patio and minutes from Harvard Square/Watertown square...this could be the most charming house you see this summer.
MLS PIN #70261453
Dec 19, 2005
Sold
$734,000
$302/sq ft
Nov 14, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 16, 2005
Listed
$749,000
$308/sq ft
Come and see the improvements and updates to classic Victorian in Victory Park Neighborhood. Spacious eight room,five bedroom,gleaming hardwood floors,and modern updates combined with original character and details, including moldings, balustrades, fireplaces, bay/bow windows, and 2nd floor balcony off remodeled master. Large lot on quiet dead-end street, professionally landscaped garden with fenced yard and trellis, one car garage plus three tandem, full basement. Minutes to Watertown Square.
MLS PIN #50282194
Oct 16, 1995
Sold
$300,000
$124/sq ft
Aug 8, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 1995
Listed
$314,900
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,041 (+4.4%)
$625,800 + $525,100
$1,150,900
2025
$13,443 (+5.0%)
$625,800 + $525,100
$1,150,900
2024
$12,799 (−4.2%)
$599,000 + $494,900
$1,093,900
2023
$13,365 (+7.8%)
$561,500 + $422,700
$984,200
2022
$12,401 (+12.7%)
$516,600 + $419,300
$935,900
2021
$11,007 (+2.8%)
$479,200 + $419,300
$898,500
2020
$10,710 (+0.9%)
$479,200 + $403,000
$882,200
2019
$10,616 (−0.2%)
$479,200 + $345,000
$824,200
2018
$10,635 (−1.1%)
$479,200 + $310,300
$789,500
2017
$10,758 (+7.8%)
$464,200 + $310,300
$774,500
2016
$9,981 (−3.5%)
$419,300 + $310,300
$729,600
2015
$10,347 (+2.7%)
$378,100 + $310,300
$688,400
2014
$10,074 (+1.9%)
$363,100 + $310,300
$673,400
2013
$9,886 (+4.9%)
$363,100 + $310,300
$673,400
2012
$9,428 (+6.8%)
$344,400 + $310,300
$654,700
2011
$8,829 (+2.3%)
$310,700 + $323,600
$634,300
2010
$8,629 (+7.2%)
$310,700 + $337,600
$648,300
2009
$8,051
$346,300 + $311,500
$657,800
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,061
Year built
1895
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2707384S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Common Street to Church Street to Marion Road
UnparsedAddress: 40 Marion Rd, Watertown MA 02472
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,061
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2707384S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
77/100 Very Walkable51/100 Good transit66/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
J.R. Lowell Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Watertown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Watertown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
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