$749,000

127 Highland Ave Watertown, MA 02472

$8,894
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,219 sqft
0.10 acres
$614 / sqft
House

Property details

About 127 Highland Ave

This sunny and updated two bedroom / three bedroom Colonial is located in a sought after neighborhood steps from Cuniff Elementary School. This home offers a great layout and newly constructed backyard oasis you will never want to leave. The first floor includes a welcoming screened-in porch that spans the front of the house, open living room and dining room, excellent kitchen with lots of space, a family room with wraparound windows and barn door, and a large full bathroom. The second floor has the primary bedroom with pocket door, walk-in closet, a second bedroom and a full bath. Great closet space, good ceiling height and hardwood floors throughout. This lovely home is full of details, renovated bathrooms, built-ins and storage. Includes new roof. Outdoors is a newly built retaining wall and stone patio and new fence perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Convenient location near Rt 128/95 and Rt 20 & Rt 2. Close to shops, restaurants, walking trails, and nearby to Downtown Boston.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,219 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1 Acres
Year built1940
MLS #73381340

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Exterior: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $749,000
  • Price/SqFt: $614
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,468
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Cleared
  • Directions: Warren to Fairfax to Highland
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Living Area: 1,219 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73381340
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord
  • Office Phone: (978) 369-1000
  • Listing Agent: Janet Stuart

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 30, 2020
Home Sold
$489,900

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$552,800$6,468
2023$530,000$7,197
2022$488,700$6,475
2021$489,300$5,994
2020$475,200$5,769
2019$454,900$5,859

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Cunniff Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

246 Warren St

5

James Fitzgerald Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

140 Beal Rd

7

J. R. Lowell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

175 Orchard St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $53,867. Most Watertown, MA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • TennisTennis
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 127 Highland Ave

The listing price of 127 Highland Ave property is $749,000.

The property 127 Highland Ave is a house located in Watertown, Massachusetts, 02472.

Active Listing: 127 Highland Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 127 Highland Ave are: Cunniff Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), James Fitzgerald Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), J. R. Lowell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Watertown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), F. A. Day Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Winthrop L Chenery Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Waltham Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,468 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 30, 2020 for $489,900 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 127 Highland Ave has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 127 Highland Ave is 1,219 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 127 Highland Ave is 1940.

This home is located at 127 Highland Ave in Watertown, MA and zip code 02472. This 1,219 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,000.

Watertown, MA housing market in May 2025 saw over 22 listings sold above listed price, more than 6 sold at listed price and over 16 sold below. In May 2025 in Watertown, MA there were 21% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025 median list price was $915,000 and the average listing age was 22 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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