18 Prospect St, Watertown, MA, 02472
About This Home
Located in highly desirable Warrendale, this spacious two-family home offers an exceptional opportunity for homeowners, developers, and investors seeking to build equity. The first-floor apartment features five rooms with two bedrooms, while the second-floor unit offers six rooms with three bedrooms. Both apartments showcase hardwood floors in the living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms, along with classic built-in dining room hutches that add timeless character. Double-pane windows provide improved energy efficiency, and each unit includes both front and rear covered porches, perfect for relaxing or enjoying the outdoors. Ideally situated near Waverley Square, this property offers convenient access to local shops, restaurants, parks, Watertown Center, and Arsenal Yards. Enjoy the nearby Charles River walking, jogging, and bike path. Commuters will enjoy easy access to the Massachusetts Turnpike, multiple public transportation options, and the commuter rail.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood,Vinyl
- Finished area above ground: 2,250
Heating
- Heating features: Oil
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,250
- Total interior livable area: 2,250 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 849871
- Zoning: S-6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 3,600 sqft
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street,Assigned,Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,854 | $58,248 |
| Home Insurance * | $226 | $2,712 |
| Property Taxes | $927 | $11,124 |
| Electricity | $443 | $5,324 |
| Total | $6,450 | $77,400 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-26 | Price change | $960,000 |
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for sale | $1,075,000 |
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