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218 Warren St, Watertown, MA, 02472

2beds
2baths
1,426sqft
$799,999
$561price/sqft
$5,359/moest. monthly cost
$214,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome home to a thoughtfully designed residence where everyday living feels effortless and elevated. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring a generous peninsula with abundant prep space and seating for casual gatherings. It flows seamlessly into the bright, open living and dining area, complete with a cozy fireplace and natural light, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The fully finished lower level adds exceptional flexibility with a full bath and kitchenette, ideal as a guest suite, home office, media room, or bonus living space. Outside, enjoy a private backyard retreat with a pergola-covered patio and raised garden beds. Additional highlights include an under-house garage and energy-saving solar panels. Conveniently located just minutes from Watertown Square with easy access to Cambridge, Boston, and major commuter routes, this home offers comfort, versatility, and an unbeatable location.

Getting Around

60
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
46
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
Cunniff Elementary SchoolGrades PK-50.1 mi
7/10
Watertown Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.4 mi
6/10
Watertown High SchoolGrades 9-120.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1953

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Garage Access,Sump Pump

Bedroom2

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • Internet Available - Unknown
  • Door features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window features: Storm Window(s),Screens
  • Flooring: Tile,Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 400
  • Finished area above ground: 1,026

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,426
  • Total interior livable area: 1,426 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 851233
  • Zoning: T

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Patio,Rain Gutters,Screens

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,155 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Under,Paved Drive,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

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
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Lightning
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,045$48,540
Home Insurance *$188$2,256
Property Taxes $772$9,264
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$5,359$64,308
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$183,737/yr
40% on housing$160,770/yr
45% on housing$142,906/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.5%
0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$561This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02472$441
Middlesex County$437

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02472$480
Middlesex County$413

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

DateEventPrice
2026-08-10Price change$789,999
2026-07-15Listed for sale$799,999
2019-09-30Sold$495,000
2019-08-06Pending sale$499,000
2019-07-24Price change$499,000
2019-06-20Price change$525,000
2019-05-29Listed for sale$550,000
2018-06-05Sold$535,000
2018-05-07Pending sale$525,000
2018-04-30Listed for sale$525,000
1988-01-12Sold$173,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentThe Moving Greater Boston Team
BrokerageBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

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