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Off Market Jun 2021 for $1.1M

$1,289,988

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1,764

sq ft

40 Merrill Rd, Watertown, MA 02472

About this home

This Oakley CC neighborhood colonial on the flat of the hill is updated & move-in ready awaiting its next owners. Set up from the street, 40 Merrill Road exudes curb appeal with mature trees and plantings. Upon entering, you are met by a beautiful foyer that leads to the front to back living room complete with 2019 gas fireplace insert. An updated kitchen with ample cabinets and granite countertops overlooks the flat enclosed backyard. Off the kitchen, you'll find a formal dining room complete with chair rail and crown molding. A large sunroom is a perfect spot for a home office or sitting room with windows providing natural light. Upstairs is a front to back primary bedroom with deck, two other bedrooms, a home office/nursery, plus a hallway full bathroom. A walk-up attic with expansion potential and a full basement for storage, you will not be in need of more space. Some updates include 2013 gas conversion, 2013 electrical update, and 2013 central air installation. Call for showings!

Single-familyProperty Type

1928Year Built

5,332 sq ftLot Size

$731Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Madden Team • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Bought with Coleman Group • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

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•Source:MLS PIN #72823379

Redfin Estimate

$1,289,988

$140K since sold in June 2021

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This home's estimate is 1.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.30M) of 5 comparable homes.

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$1,600,000
A
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B
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$1,260,000
C
4 beds1.5 baths1,648 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
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D
3 beds1 bath1,694 sq ft
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SOLD NOV 25, 2025
$1,110,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,664 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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Sale history for 40 Merrill Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72823379

Jun 7, 2021

Sold

$1,150,000

$652/sq ft

Apr 29, 2021

Listed

$919,500

$521/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 22, 2012

Sold

$654,000

$371/sq ft

MLS PIN #71355756

Jun 22, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Jun 22, 2012

Sold

$654,000

$371/sq ft

Mar 27, 2012

Contingent

—

Mar 22, 2012

Listed

$659,000

$374/sq ft

+16

Immaculate Center Entrance Colonial situated on a tree lined family neigborhood near the Oakley C.C. Bright & Spacious Living Room w/Fireplace. Formal Dining Room. Updated kitchen w/Cherry Cabinets & SS Appliances.Three generous bedrooms. Renovated Tile Bath. Beautiful hdwd floors throughout. Walk-up Attic perfect for future expansion. Nice deck off of kitchen. 1 Car garage. Laundry & Storage in basement. New roof, updtd electric. Relaxing deck off of the master bedroom.This Home is a True Gem!

MLS PIN #70507239

Jun 28, 2007

Sold

$642,000

$364/sq ft

Jun 19, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jan 8, 2007

Listed

$649,900

$368/sq ft

Bright and Sunny 3/4 Bedroom C.E. Colonial located near Oakley C.C on the Belmont line. New Cherry Cabinets w/Granite counters and S.S appliances.Large Liv Rm with Fireplace. Updated heat, new electric, and vinyl siding. Large master bedroom with double closets and private porch. New front steps and walkway. Walk-up third floor for future expansion possibilities. Great tree-lined family neighborhood.New tile Bath. Half bath off of kitchen.

MLS PIN #70130524

Feb 3, 2005

Sold

$685,000

$388/sq ft

Jan 21, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Jan 5, 2005

Listed

$699,900

$397/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,043 (+6.5%)

$599,200 + $551,900

$1,151,100

2025

$13,182 (+3.1%)

$599,200 + $529,400

$1,128,600

2024

$12,781 (−5.5%)

$574,000 + $518,400

$1,092,400

2023

$13,523 (+15.0%)

$538,100 + $457,700

$995,800

2022

$11,762 (+12.7%)

$495,000 + $392,700

$887,700

2021

$10,436 (+0.9%)

$459,200 + $392,700

$851,900

2020

$10,342 (+4.0%)

$459,200 + $392,700

$851,900

2019

$9,946 (+1.3%)

$459,200 + $313,000

$772,200

2018

$9,818 (−1.1%)

$459,200 + $269,700

$728,900

2017

$9,924 (+12.6%)

$444,800 + $269,700

$714,500

2016

$8,815 (−3.0%)

$401,800 + $242,600

$644,400

2015

$9,092 (+2.9%)

$362,300 + $242,600

$604,900

2014

$8,835 (+1.9%)

$348,000 + $242,600

$590,600

2013

$8,670 (+5.2%)

$348,000 + $242,600

$590,600

2012

$8,245 (+9.7%)

$330,000 + $242,600

$572,600

2011

$7,517 (+4.3%)

$297,700 + $242,300

$540,000

2010

$7,206 (+2.6%)

$297,700 + $243,700

$541,400

2009

$7,026

$331,800 + $242,200

$574,000

Tax history for 40 Merrill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,043 (+6.5%)

$599,200 + $551,900

$1,151,100

2025

$13,182 (+3.1%)

$599,200 + $529,400

$1,128,600

2024

$12,781 (−5.5%)

$574,000 + $518,400

$1,092,400

2023

$13,523 (+15.0%)

$538,100 + $457,700

$995,800

2022

$11,762 (+12.7%)

$495,000 + $392,700

$887,700

2021

$10,436 (+0.9%)

$459,200 + $392,700

$851,900

2020

$10,342 (+4.0%)

$459,200 + $392,700

$851,900

2019

$9,946 (+1.3%)

$459,200 + $313,000

$772,200

2018

$9,818 (−1.1%)

$459,200 + $269,700

$728,900

2017

$9,924 (+12.6%)

$444,800 + $269,700

$714,500

2016

$8,815 (−3.0%)

$401,800 + $242,600

$644,400

2015

$9,092 (+2.9%)

$362,300 + $242,600

$604,900

2014

$8,835 (+1.9%)

$348,000 + $242,600

$590,600

2013

$8,670 (+5.2%)

$348,000 + $242,600

$590,600

2012

$8,245 (+9.7%)

$330,000 + $242,600

$572,600

2011

$7,517 (+4.3%)

$297,700 + $242,300

$540,000

2010

$7,206 (+2.6%)

$297,700 + $243,700

$541,400

2009

$7,026

$331,800 + $242,200

$574,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,227 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

1,764

Year built

1928

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2452045S

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
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 228
Length: 19
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 20
Length: 5
Width: 4
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 276
Length: 23
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 150
Length: 15
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Office, Foyer, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,764
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,436
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Belmont St to Merrill Rd
UnparsedAddress: 40 Merrill Road, Watertown MA 02472

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,764
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2452045S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Please See Attached Inclusion/Exclusion List.
StandardStatus: Closed

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J.R. Lowell Elementary School

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8/10

Watertown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

Watertown High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

6/10

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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

53% 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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$1.23M – $1.48M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
31 Merrill Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1956 Sq. Ft.	$1,413,625
43 Merrill Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1902 Sq. Ft.	$1,296,422

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Merrill Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2144 Sq. Ft.	$1,266,597
49 Merrill Rd, Watertown, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3152 Sq. Ft.	$1,422,451

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Merrill Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2440 Sq. Ft.	$1,339,870
53 Merrill Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1999 Sq. Ft.	$1,408,979

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