$289,900

78 Bamford Ave Watertown, CT 06779

$3,443
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
962 sqft
0.1 acres
$301 / sqft
House

Property details

About 78 Bamford Ave

This nicely updated 3 BR Cape offers a recently remodeled eat-in kitchen and bath, a 1st floor bedroom and newer hardwood flooring throughout 1st floor. The 2nd floor has 2 bedrooms with plenty of storage. A fenced in level backyard with patio area and plenty of room for pets and play. Thermal windows, vinyl siding and a hi-efficiency gas boiler keep the heating bills down. Oversized 2-car detached garage.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingHot Water
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract - Continue to Show)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size962 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDetached Garage, Driveway
MLS #24088771
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $289,900
  • Price/SqFt: $301
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,319
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level, Cleared
  • Directions: Davis St. to Colonial St. to Bamford Ave.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Living Area: 962 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.12 Acres
  • MLS Number: 24088771
  • Office Name: Showcase Realty, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (860) 283-1298
  • Office Email: alsdorf1219@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Arthur Alsdorf

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 03, 2017
Home Sold
$159,000
Jul 28, 2000
Home Sold
$105,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$152,250$4,319
2023$104,900$3,867
2022$104,900$3,665
2021$104,900$3,625
2020$104,900$3,482
2019$104,900$3,482

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Polk School

Public District 3-5

1.2 mi

435 Buckingham St

4

Bunker Hill Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.6 mi

170 Bunker Hill Ave

2

Sprague Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.0 mi

1443 Thomaston Ave

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 $54,215. Residents of Watertown, CT typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

26%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
25%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 78 Bamford Ave

The listing price of 78 Bamford Ave property is $289,900.

The property 78 Bamford Ave is a house located in Watertown, Connecticut, 06779.

Accepting Backup Offers: 78 Bamford Ave 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 78 Bamford Ave are: Polk School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bunker Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sprague Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Swift Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Carrington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brass City Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), W. F. Kaynor Technical High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Kennedy High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,319 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 3, 2017 for $159,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 78 Bamford Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 78 Bamford Ave is 962 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 78 Bamford Ave is 1920.

This home is located at 78 Bamford Ave in Watertown, CT and zip code 06779. This 962 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $289,900.

While more than 4 listings in Watertown, CT in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 3 listings sold at asking price, and more than 4 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Watertown, CT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 13.6%.

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

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