5 Appleton St, Watertown, MA 02472
OFF MARKET

5 Appleton St
Watertown, MA 02472

  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,825 sqft

$1,117,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,701/mo*
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$1,117,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,701/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,825 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1910
Living Area
1,825 sqft
Price/Sqft
$612

About this House

This single-family home is located at 5 Appleton St, Watertown, MA. 5 Appleton St is in Watertown, MA and in ZIP code 02472. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,825 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4356 sqft and was built in 1910.
5 Appleton St, Watertown, MA 02472 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,825 sqft single-family home built in 1910. It last sold for $582,000 on Dec 7, 2005. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,117,400, with a rent estimate of $4,568/month.

Home Details for 5 Appleton St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, OfficeCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, Gas, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: SolarHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Stucco, Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price History for 5 Appleton St

DatePriceEventSource
12/07/2005$582,000Sold
N/A
10/24/1997$290,000Sold
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$10,572
Assessment$905,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5 Appleton St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
25 Merrifield Ave, Watertown, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$850,000
05/22/26
3
1
1,414
81 Winsor Ave, Watertown, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
1,950
27 Appleton St, Watertown, MA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,249,000
11/05/25
5
3.5
2,738
267 School St, Watertown, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,475,000
09/15/25
5
2.5
2,735
12 Carver Rd, Watertown, MA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
03/12/26
5
2.5
2,935
35 Falmouth St, Belmont, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
05/28/26
4
2.5
2,453
16 Preble Gardens Rd, Belmont, MA
0.80
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
06/22/26
4
1.5
1,664
144 Dexter Ave, Watertown, MA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,590,000
03/12/26
4
4.5
3,025
95 Cushing St, Cambridge, MA
0.61
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
11/25/25
4
2.5
2,450
22 Stoneleigh Cir, Watertown, MA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$1,126,013
09/15/25
3
1.5
2,298

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Assigned Schools

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 5 Appleton St

  • What is 5 Appleton St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5 Appleton St in Watertown, MA is $1,117,400.
  • What is the price history for 5 Appleton St?
    5 Appleton St in Watertown, MA last sold for $582,000 in December 2005.
  • Is Watertown a buyer's or seller's market?
    Watertown is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Watertown?
    The median sale price in Watertown is $780K. That is down $59.85K from the prior month.
  • Does 5 Appleton St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5 Appleton St in Watertown, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 5 Appleton St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5 Appleton St in Watertown, MA has in-unit laundry.