34 Bates Rd #2, Watertown, MA 02472
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OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 sqft

34 Bates Rd #2, Watertown, MA 02472

Home Value

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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$1,275,000
10/09/25
2
1
1,605
354 School St, Watertown, MA
0.66
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$1,005,000
04/15/26
3
2
2,228
376 School St #2, Watertown, MA
0.66
Apartment
$775,000
07/21/26
2
1
1,393
12 Cuba St, Watertown, MA
0.78
Apartment
$1,130,000
04/03/26
4
2
3,024
10 Williams St #37, Watertown, MA
0.85
Apartment
$362,000
07/20/26
1
1
670
143 Tremont St, Boston, MA
1.23
Apartment
$1,250,000
07/08/26
2
2
1,100
63-65 Evans St, Watertown, MA
1.52
Apartment
$1,080,000
02/13/26
2
1
1,240
32 Whites Ave #E442, Watertown, MA
0.67
Apartment
$475,000
12/03/25
2
2
1,055
99 Tremont St #302, Brighton, MA
1.29
Apartment
$810,000
03/19/26
2
2
1,121
33-35 Howard St #33-1, Watertown, MA
1.04
Apartment
$535,000
04/30/26
1
1
735
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
55 Bates Rd #B, Watertown, MA 02472
0.04
$795,000
3
1.5
1,350
For Sale
49 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
0.03
$2,355,100
6
2.5
3,668
Off Market
45 Bates Rd #45, Watertown, MA 02472
0.05
$1,111,800
3
2.5
1,870
Off Market
43 Bates Rd #43, Watertown, MA 02472
0.05
$1,126,200
3
2
1,667
Off Market
6 Bates Rd E, Watertown, MA 02472
0.04
$1,250,000
4
2
2,200
For Sale
25 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
0.06
$2,311,900
5
3.5
4,304
Off Market
13-15 Columbia St, Watertown, MA 02472
0.08
$1,225,000
4
2
2,862
Recently Sold
19 Garfield St, Watertown, MA 02472
0.09
$2,417,600
6
5.5
6,274
Off Market
25 Barnard Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
0.09
$1,830,000
4
3.5
2,906
Recently Sold
11 Broadway #11, Watertown, MA 02472
0.09
$725,000
3
1
1,311
Recently Sold
16 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
0.10
$2,020,000
5
3
3,679
Recently Sold
235 Mount Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472
0.10
$2,500,000
6
3
3,794
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1913
1,200 sqft

About this House

Updated huge one bedroom unit including heat, water, laundry and parking! This second floor unit was just painted throughout with updates done to the kitchen to include new appliances, counters and flooring. The home features hardwood floors throughout with fine attention to detail on the period millwork highlighted in the spacious butlers pantry to include China cabinet. Large rooms with oversized windows allow plenty of natural sunlight into this cheery home. Be the first to enjoy this updated home in an amazingly convenient location near the new Arsenal Yards and right outside of Watertown Square where you'll find shopping, dining and public transit. Available now!
34 Bates Rd #2, Watertown, MA 02472 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft apartment built in 1913. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2020 with an asking price of $2,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 11, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,145/month.

Home Details for 34 Bates Rd #2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1913
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Interior Features

Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Pantry, Sun Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1Parking: None

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 11, 2021
Source: MLS PIN
ListingRemoved
Nov 24, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,850
Price decreased by 8%
Oct 29, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$2,000
Apr 25, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,700
Mar 31, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,700

Market trends in Watertown

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$770K
$3KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$526
$10MoM
Available listings
59
7MoM

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What Locals Say about Watertown

At least 398 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Joetacheck
    "Everyone is in bed by 9pm. It’s eerily quiet at night. I hardly ever see my neighbors. Not even the ones that live in my apartment. "
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  • Tirson.pena
    "Watertown is a good town to live in , very safe and clean a friendly community. There a lot of activities and events that happen every year "
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  • Trisha Timpug
    "I’ve lived in Watertown for four years on and off. I absolutely love it! The neighborhood is clean, friendly, and safe. Lots of hidden gems in the neighborhood for restaurants. The biking trail is perfect for my dogs. Watertown will always have a special place in my heart."
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  • Maryam Akbari
    "I live in this area for more than 20 years and I am and my family safe, and Watertown is Multicultural and the all restaurants from different culture are here, you can meet people from all unique backgrounds and cultures, these are all the reasons "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a beautiful area full of seasonal activities and nice people. I love all the businesses and eateries. "
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    "Lots of local shops, arsenal yards is a nice area to go and the paths along the river are nice spaces to visit. "
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  • Mike S
    "We live near great walking paths so it’s convenient for dog owners. There are no dog parks in this neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I hardly have a hall mile to drive to work and most days it takes 15-20 minutes. Most days I could walk quicker, but I’m super lazy so I don’t."
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  • Trulia User
    "there are a lot of parks and a couple dog parks nearby. there are also lots of rabbits to chase. there's great night life for dogs and plenty of options for coffee. lots of good workspaces for dogs that telecommute "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don't have a dog but there are large yards and lots of parks for dog walkers. and bunnies which i think dogs probably like"
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  • Alicia B.
    "plenty of parks and sidewalks to walkand play with your dog. plenty of other dogs in the neighborhood and people are friendly with your dogs"
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  • Donna C.
    "Sense of community and safety old town feel I’m most neighborhoods, small businesses still airing the area "
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  • Michelle D.
    "I’ve grown up here and love it. Easy proximity to the city but with kore space! Lots of families and dogs!"
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  • Kenia M.
    "Loved this place, looking for apartment, quiet city, lovely peoples, just love and live here for many years "
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  • Alicia B.
    "lots of dogs, common areas and walking paths. many dog owners in the neighborhood who pick up after their dogs"
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  • Annette
    "This neighborhood is great. We watch out for each other like a little family. Everyone is super friendly and easy to talk to. "
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  • Taylorcassamas F.
    "nice parks getting to be a little crowded. sleepy little town turning into Cambridge. increase in local traffic as results."
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  • Alia B.
    "Great community. Safe area for families and children. Many public transportation routes including express busses to boston."
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  • Annetta J. W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for a handful of months, it's quiet, and people are kind. We feel safe, people have been helpful as well as kind. "
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  • Natalia
    "Neighbors helping each other with snow removal. People are respectful and quiet for the most part. A lot of people walking their dogs or out with their kids....great place to live!"
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  • Aliza P.
    "It’s great, tons of nice and friendly people! Good schools. I think it’s perfect for a new family. There are places to show within half mile, walking distance."
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  • Tina P.
    "Love the feel of the neighborhood. Close to Boston. Also close to plenty of stores and restaurants and shops, but far enough away from downtown to still have a neighborhood feel. very safe feel. definitely love all of the older homes"
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  • Ilana Z.
    "easy access to downtown Boston and other parts of the city and surrounding areas. weekend buses can be scarce sometimes so plan ahead."
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  • AnaH
    "It’s a great place to live , family environment, clean neighborhood and several parks and good restaurants around. "
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  • Joe E.
    "Springer and summer time events like fairs and things like that on the Weekends are very attractive. I used to live on Arlington street Watertown where there are many things to do: go to gym, ride a bike, playing soccer, walk around the park, and many other things. "
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  • Monica
    "Lots of public transit and family friendly. There are many young families which make this a good place to raise young children. "
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  • Paul p.
    "The dog park , dogs walking around the neighborhood with out being leashed not going out too when it can jump the gates Or the fences themselves m going after other dogs or other people in the neighborhood "
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  • Flomostudio
    "Beautiful homes. Great stores. Cafes and bakeries. Quiet, safe, perfect and close to Harvard square and T line "
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  • Katie B.
    "Greek festival every summer, Armenian festival, all the food festivals are great and highlight all this great neighborhood has to offer "
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  • Yudith0214
    "my neighborhood has very good access to public transportation is a very nice, clean and quite and very good for you to walk your dog, friendly neighbors."
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  • David S.
    "East watertown is centrally located between two bus lines, easy to get to Harvard, lots of shopping, parks, and good family neighborhood "
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Frequently asked questions about 34 Bates Rd #2

  • Is Watertown a buyer's or seller's market?
    Watertown is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Watertown?
    The median sale price in Watertown is $770K. That is down $3K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Watertown?
    Residents describe Watertown, MA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Watertown, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 34 Bates Rd #2?
    The closest schools to 34 Bates Rd #2 in Watertown, MA are Hosmer Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10), J.R. Lowell Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), Watertown High School (rated 6/10).
  • Does 34 Bates Rd #2 have parking?
    Yes, 34 Bates Rd #2 in Watertown, MA has on-site parking.

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