OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2025 for $1.4M

$1,694,849

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,305/mo

•

2,710

sq ft

52 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 02472

About this home

Beautiful 1920 East Watertown single-family on residential side street close to Cambridge, Mass Pike, Storrow Drive. 1ST FL: Gracious entry hall, large living room with 2 exposures, handsome fireplace. Hardwood floors. High ceilings. Generous dining room. Butler's pantry. Dramatic light-filled professional kitchen with cathedral-ceiling & skylights, 2 ceiling fans, Bertazzoni 5-burner stove, vent, Bosch jumbo fridge, granite dining bar. Stainless steel, granite, & butcher-block countertops. Five distinct & delightful indoor & outdoor dining areas. Half-bath. 2 decks, large light-filled sun-porch/family room. 2ND FL: principal suite with walk-in closet. Spa bath, jacuzzi tub, stall shower. 2nd bedroom. 3RD FL: 2 more bedrooms & full bath. Radiant heat in 2 baths. Abundant light through large windows & skylights. Full basement. Lots of newer wiring. On-demand hot water. Expansive, beautiful gardens with red-leaf cherry & linden trees, specimen plantings. Off-street parking. Rare offering

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

9,500 sq ftLot Size

$625Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by The Petrowsky Jones Group • Compass

Bought with Nellie Aikenhead • Aikenhead Real Estate, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #73354169

Redfin Estimate

$1,694,849

$245K since sold in May 2025$10K since July

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This home's estimate is 10.6% lower than the average sale price ($1.90M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,100,000
A
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SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,365,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,093 sq ft
32 Marcia Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,975,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,708 sq ft
38 Payson Terace, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$2,700,000
D
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SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,400,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,328 sq ft
61 Washington, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$1,830,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,906 sq ft
25 Barnard Ave, 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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6 MoM

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Sale history for 52 Hillside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,820 (+23.0%)

$565,600 + $731,100

$1,296,700

2025

$12,861 (+7.1%)

$565,600 + $535,500

$1,101,100

2024

$12,011 (−6.0%)

$546,000 + $480,600

$1,026,600

2023

$12,771 (+12.5%)

$514,800 + $425,600

$940,400

2022

$11,355 (+11.7%)

$448,500 + $408,500

$857,000

2021

$10,164 (+1.9%)

$421,200 + $408,500

$829,700

2020

$9,978 (+6.0%)

$413,400 + $408,500

$821,900

2019

$9,413 (+3.3%)

$397,800 + $333,000

$730,800

2018

$9,108 (+1.7%)

$390,000 + $286,200

$676,200

2017

$8,959 (+6.0%)

$358,800 + $286,200

$645,000

2016

$8,453 (−2.9%)

$358,800 + $259,100

$617,900

2015

$8,701 (+0.5%)

$319,800 + $259,100

$578,900

2014

$8,660 (+1.9%)

$319,800 + $259,100

$578,900

2013

$8,498 (+7.7%)

$319,800 + $259,100

$578,900

2012

$7,887 (+6.2%)

$288,600 + $259,100

$547,700

2011

$7,428 (+2.0%)

$255,500 + $278,100

$533,600

2010

$7,283 (+7.6%)

$269,100 + $278,100

$547,200

2009

$6,766

$303,000 + $249,800

$552,800

Tax history for 52 Hillside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,820 (+23.0%)

$565,600 + $731,100

$1,296,700

2025

$12,861 (+7.1%)

$565,600 + $535,500

$1,101,100

2024

$12,011 (−6.0%)

$546,000 + $480,600

$1,026,600

2023

$12,771 (+12.5%)

$514,800 + $425,600

$940,400

2022

$11,355 (+11.7%)

$448,500 + $408,500

$857,000

2021

$10,164 (+1.9%)

$421,200 + $408,500

$829,700

2020

$9,978 (+6.0%)

$413,400 + $408,500

$821,900

2019

$9,413 (+3.3%)

$397,800 + $333,000

$730,800

2018

$9,108 (+1.7%)

$390,000 + $286,200

$676,200

2017

$8,959 (+6.0%)

$358,800 + $286,200

$645,000

2016

$8,453 (−2.9%)

$358,800 + $259,100

$617,900

2015

$8,701 (+0.5%)

$319,800 + $259,100

$578,900

2014

$8,660 (+1.9%)

$319,800 + $259,100

$578,900

2013

$8,498 (+7.7%)

$319,800 + $259,100

$578,900

2012

$7,887 (+6.2%)

$288,600 + $259,100

$547,700

2011

$7,428 (+2.0%)

$255,500 + $278,100

$533,600

2010

$7,283 (+7.6%)

$269,100 + $278,100

$547,200

2009

$6,766

$303,000 + $249,800

$552,800

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,583 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,710

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2305854S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 198.92
Length: 12.83
Width: 15.5
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156.19
Length: 12.75
Width: 12.25
Level: Second
Features: Closet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 147.58
Length: 12.83
Width: 11.5
Level: Third
Features: Closet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 202.5
Length: 13.5
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 129.31
Length: 11.08
Width: 11.67
Level: Second

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 90.22
Length: 9.67
Width: 9.33
Level: Third

Living Room Information
Area: 237.42
Length: 12.83
Width: 18.5
Level: Main,First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 218.75
Length: 14.58
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Laminate,French Doors,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 193.96
Length: 15.83
Width: 12.25
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 179.61
Length: 17.67
Width: 10.17
Level: Main,First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Vinyl,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Country Kitchen,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Peninsula,Lighting - Overhead

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Dining Area, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,710
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Green

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Screens, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Levels: Multi/Split

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Lot Features: Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,861
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s), 3 or More

Location

Location Information
Directions: Mount Auburn Street to Hillside Road
UnparsedAddress: 52 Hillside Road, Watertown MA 02472

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,710
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2305854S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: None
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

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Transit

Hosmer Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Watertown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

7/10

Watertown High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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

6/10 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 9.2 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

$1.61M – $1.95M

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Home values near 52 Hillside Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
68 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1554 Sq. Ft.	$1,143,234
46 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 5 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2392 Sq. Ft.	$1,473,190

Address	Redfin Estimate
64 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1522 Sq. Ft.	$977,182
34 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2088 Sq. Ft.	$945,808

Address	Redfin Estimate
60 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1710 Sq. Ft.	$1,143,990
36 Hillside Rd, Watertown, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2088 Sq. Ft.	$938,739

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