Perched above the treetops near Watertown Sq, this penthouse 3BR/2BA duplex offers a rare blend of space, comfort, and city convenience. Thoughtfully renovated, the home features a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and gas cooking, seamlessly paired with the timeless charm of the dining room’s original built-in hutch. The expansive main level is designed for both entertaining and everyday living with generously sized rooms and multiple areas to relax, gather, or work from home. Upstairs, the private primary suite spans the entire top floor, creating a true retreat complete with a spa-inspired ensuite bath, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Additional highlights include central air conditioning, in-unit laundry, basement storage, and a shared yard. Two off-street parking spaces, one in a garage, provide exceptional convenience. Ideally located just two blocks from the Charles River Reservation, with easy access to Cambridge, Newton and downtown Boston.
CondoProperty Type
1918Year Built
$469Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Georgia Balafas• Corcoran Property Advisors
Listed by • Corcoran Property Advisors
Bought with Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team• Compass
Dappled sunlight and old world charm are the hallmarks of this turn-key, 3 bed/2 bath duplex that sits atop a gracious two-unit home near Watertown Square. Mature trees, visible from every window, create a quiet, leafy sanctuary, while central HVAC with supplemental 3rd floor mini-splits, in-unit laundry, and garage parking make for convenient, modern living. The large, formal dining room, and cook's kitchen featuring new appliances, granite counters and gas cooking, make for a great place to entertain family and friends. The sprawling primary suite occupies the 3rd floor, and features a spa-like bathroom, its own office nook, and abundant skylights. This unit boasts multiple flex spaces that can be used for closet space, office or home gym space, and the brilliantly sunny 3 season porch could be converted to a 4 season room. Basement storage, pet friendly. 2 blocks from the Charles River and a 10 min walk to Watertown Sq, Newton and Belmont, this home is convenient for work and play.
MLS PIN #71243189
Aug 22, 2011
Sold
$300,000
$135/sq ft
Jun 21, 2011
Contingent
—
Jun 3, 2011
Listed
$329,000
$148/sq ft
Bring your architect or contractor, this place needs ideas but with over 2,100 sq ft is well worth the effort! 2 level living, updated kitchen w/granite and stainless 2 updated baths wood floors
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus Room, Foyer, Sun Room, Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Name: 57-59 Lexington Street Condominium
Building Area (Total): 2,219
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 2005
Year Built Details: Actual,Approximate,Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed
Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Above Grade Finished Area: 2219
Common Walls: No One Above
Entry Level: 2
Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,900.96
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $250
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance
School Information
Elementary School: Cuniff
Middle Or Junior School: Watertown Ms
High School: Watertown Hs
Location Information
Directions: Main St > Lexington St
UnparsedAddress: 57 Lexington St # 57, Watertown MA 02472
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: M:0358 B:0004 L:0004
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 8, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Cunniff Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Watertown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Watertown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
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