
149 Palfrey St Watertown — Photo 1 of 37
$1,999,900
149 Palfrey St, Watertown, MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
SqFt
2,496
Style
Single Family
Built
1963
PACKAGE SALE ONLY: The $1,999,900 list price includes both 149 and 153 Palfrey Street. The properties must be purchased together and will not be sold separately.149 Palfrey Street is a well maintained three-bedroom ranch offering comfortable living space across the main and lower levels. The home features a fireplaced living room, dining room, den, eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, central air and an attached garage. The main level includes three bedrooms and a full bath.The substantial lower level provides a recreation room with a second fireplace, half bath, laundry and utility areas, workshop space and abundant storage. The home contains approximately 2,500 square feet of living area, including below-grade space. It is comfortable and move-in ready while offering an opportunity for future personalization.Also included in the sale is the adjacent property at 153 Palfrey Street, an established four-unit residence. Three apartments are currently occupied by tenants at will, and one apartment is vacant.This coordinated package offers the privacy of a detached single-family home together with rental income from four neighboring apartments without sharing walls with tenants. Two adjacent parcels, two buildings and five residences in one distinctive Watertown offering. Cross-reference companion MLS Listing IDs 73573993 and 73573995
Key facts
It was listed on September 9, 2026. The annual property taxes are $10,780 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.14-acre (5,900 sq ft) lot.
Immersive Experience
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Watertown, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First23.666666666 x 13.916666666
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
Lvl Main,First11.666666666 x 11.75
Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
Kitchen
Lvl Main,First13 x 11.75
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Pantry, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard
Family Room
Lvl Basement22.166666666 x 12.583333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Main,First14.583333333 x 11.583333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl Main,First11.166666666 x 10.083333333
Bedroom 3
Lvl Main,First10.583333333 x 14
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First8 x 8.666666666
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second8.916666666 x 7
Bathroom - Half, Dryer Hookup - Electric
Questions about this home
When was 149 Palfrey St, Watertown listed?
149 Palfrey St, Watertown was listed on September 9, 2026.
Has the price of 149 Palfrey St, Watertown changed?
The price hasn't changed since it was listed at $1,999,900.
What are the property taxes for 149 Palfrey St, Watertown?
The annual property taxes for 149 Palfrey St, Watertown are $10,780 (2026 tax year).
How big is the lot at 149 Palfrey St, Watertown?
149 Palfrey St, Watertown sits on a 0.14-acre (5,900 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 149 Palfrey St, Watertown?
149 Palfrey St, Watertown is actively listed for sale.
Population
35,620
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$126K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
52.3%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,496 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 5,900 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Patrick Arone
Listing Office: Colonial Realty Associates, LLC
MLS® Number: 73573985









