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$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#73381540, Ari Koufos, Listing Office: Realty Executives
$850,000 List price
17 Olcott St Watertown, MA 02472
$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,344 sqft
0.09 acres
$632 / sqft
House
Property details
About 17 Olcott St
Welcome to this well-maintained 3 bed, 2 bath home in highly desirable Watertown, just minutes from Boston! Featuring a dream kitchen with copper-lined ceilings, granite countertops, dining room with built-in china closet, spacious living room and a sunroom with skylight. This home blends charm with modern updates. Enjoy an enclosed front porch, new windows, hardwood floors throughout, and updated 200 AMP electrical service. Recent upgrades include a newer roof, exterior paint, new heating system and a tankless water heater. Central air ensures year-round comfort. A must-see gem in one of Greater Boston's most sought-after communities! Other feature include ample closet and attic storage space, fenced in yard with deck and 3 car driveway.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,344 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1926
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
MLS #73367112
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $850,000
- Price/SqFt: $632
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,960
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Main St. to Olcott St.
- Year Built: 1926
- Living Area: 1,344 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: 73367112
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Return Realty Group, Inc.
- Office Phone: (617) 913-2722
- Listing Agent: Paul Atwood
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $765,800 | $8,960 |
| 2023 | $718,700 | $9,760 |
| 2022 | $669,000 | $8,864 |
| 2021 | $655,000 | $8,024 |
| 2020 | $641,100 | $7,783 |
| 2019 | $584,000 | $7,522 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Cunniff Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•246 Warren St
5
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 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.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,722. Most Watertown, MA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
50%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Tennis
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Where do the neighbors shop?
Crate & Barrel
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Audi
Mercedes
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 17 Olcott St
The listing price of 17 Olcott St property is $850,000.
The property 17 Olcott St is a house located in Watertown, Massachusetts, 02472.
Accepting Backup Offers: 17 Olcott St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 17 Olcott St 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), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Waltham Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,960 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 17 Olcott St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 17 Olcott St is 1,344 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 17 Olcott St is 1926.
This home is located at 17 Olcott St in Watertown, MA and zip code 02472. This 1,344 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $850,000.
While more than 22 listings in Watertown, MA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 6 listings sold at asking price, and more than 16 were sold below. The number of listings in Watertown, MA increased by 21% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 22 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $915,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.