17 Bates Rd E, Watertown, MA 02472
OFF MARKET

17 Bates Rd E
Watertown, MA 02472

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,020 sqft

$1,718,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,346/mo*
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$1,718,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,346/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,020 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1922
Living Area
3,020 sqft
Price/Sqft
$569
Parking
Garage

About this House

Meticulously maintained & substantially updated Georgian Colonial. Large light-filled rooms,high ceilings,handsome period detail, beautiful woodwork & oak floors throughout. Elegant foyer w/gracious staircase,grand LR w/fireplace overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds,spacious DR, 2008 granite gourmet eat-in kitchen,family room w/fireplace,breakfast rm/office,half-bath. 2nd floor has 4 generously proportioned bedrooms,office & 2 baths. 2-c garage. Easy access to Mass Pike, Newton & Cambridge
17 Bates Rd E, Watertown, MA 02472 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,020 sqft single-family home built in 1922. It last sold for $773,000 on Jun 16, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,718,300, with a rent estimate of $5,743/month.

Home Details for 17 Bates Rd E

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, OilAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1922
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9735 sqft

Price History for 17 Bates Rd E

DatePriceEventSource
06/16/2011$773,000Sold
N/A
03/31/2011$889,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/08/1990$187,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Watertown

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$780K
$59.85KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$535
$12MoM
Available listings
83
5MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$16,755
Assessment$1,434,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 17 Bates Rd E

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
23 Columbia St, Watertown, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
06/09/26
4
3
3,135
25 Barnard Ave, Watertown, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,830,000
03/31/26
4
3.5
2,906
68 Barnard Ave, Watertown, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
12/08/25
5
4.5
4,537
16 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,020,000
07/10/26
5
3
3,679
22 Robbins Rd, Watertown, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
09/08/25
3
3
2,626
107 Stoneleigh Rd, Watertown, MA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
08/11/25
5
2.5
2,723
32 Marcia Rd, Watertown, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,365,000
06/30/26
4
2.5
2,093
22 Stoneleigh Cir, Watertown, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,126,013
09/15/25
3
1.5
2,298
100 Garfield St, Watertown, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$2,050,000
08/21/25
3
3.5
2,701
43 Bailey Rd, Watertown, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
09/26/25
5
3
3,750

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What Locals Say about Watertown

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  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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