52 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
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OFF MARKET

$875,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,200 sqft

52 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 02472

Est. Refi. Payment $5,487/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$875K
Since last month
Increased$74K (+9.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$106K (-10.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +32% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$874K
August 2026$799K
July 2026$859K
June 2026$908K
May 2026$907K
April 2026$944K
March 2026$870K
February 2026$894K
January 2026$951K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
81 Winsor Ave, Watertown, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
1,950
12 Carver Rd, Watertown, MA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
03/12/26
5
2.5
2,935
20 Preble Gardens Rd, Belmont, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,475,000
09/02/26
4
1.5
1,664
16 Preble Gardens Rd, Belmont, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
06/22/26
4
1.5
1,664
35 Falmouth St, Belmont, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
05/28/26
4
2.5
2,453
32 Marcia Rd, Watertown, MA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,365,000
06/30/26
4
2.5
2,093
23 Lawndale St, Belmont, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
05/29/26
6
3
2,773
25 Merrifield Ave, Watertown, MA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$850,000
05/22/26
3
1
1,414
10 Stoneleigh Cir, Watertown, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
09/21/26
4
2.5
3,089
79 Livermore Rd, Belmont, MA
0.65
Single-Family Home
$1,195,000
11/06/25
3
2.5
1,568

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
53 Carver Rd E #53, Watertown, MA 02472
0.02
-
3
1
1,217
Off Market
50 Commonwealth Rd #2, Watertown, MA 02472
0.01
-
3
3
2,224
Off Market
22-24 Clyde Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
0.06
-
6
4
3,366
Off Market
48 Commonwealth Rd #1, Watertown, MA 02472
0.01
-
3
3
2,224
Off Market
67 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
0.05
$1,501,900
6
4
3,050
Off Market
7 Clyde Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$1,300,000
5
2
2,732
Recently Sold
10-12 Clyde Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$2,450,000
8
6
4,476
Recently Sold
40 Commonwealth Rd #2, Watertown, MA 02472
0.03
$838,000
3
1
1,951
Off Market
22-24 Carver Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$2,400,000
6
6
4,767
For Sale
22 Carver Rd E #22, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$1,199,000
4
3
2,153
For Sale
12 Carver Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
0.06
$1,400,000
5
2.5
2,935
Recently Sold
173 Maplewood St, Watertown, MA 02472
0.09
$671,000
2
2
1,517
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1910
1,200 sqft
$729/sqft
Garage

About this House

Beautiful character filled multi level unit in the desirable Watertown Oakley Country Club neighborhood- Belmont/Cambridge line. Living space features sunlit living room w/ fireplace and large bay window looking out to covered front porch. Updated kitchen w/ cherry cabinets, granite counter-tops and newer appliances to include dishwasher & disposal. Spacious 19x11 master with 2 closets and a sun room perfect for an office. Two additional bedrooms on second level. Hardwood floors and classic wood work throughout. Gas heat, common yard, basement with washer/dryer/storage, 2 or 3 car driveway parking- well kept property. Easy access to shopping, restaurants, bus line into Harvard Square or Waverly T stop, Storrow Drive and Mass Pike into Boston.

Owner pays for water. Renter responsible for gas and electric. No smoking allowed.
52 Commonwealth Rd, Watertown, MA 02472 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1910. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2020 with an asking price of $3,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 5, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $875,000, with a rent estimate of $3,532/month.

Home Details for 52 Commonwealth Rd

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 5, 2020
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$2,850
Sep 11, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$2,850
Price decreased by 5%
Sep 4, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$3,000
Mar 3, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,800
Jan 13, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$2,800
Price increased by 4%

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

Around this home

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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  • Trulia User
    "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 52 Commonwealth Rd

  • What is 52 Commonwealth Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 52 Commonwealth Rd in Watertown, MA is $875,000.
  • 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.
  • Does 52 Commonwealth Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 52 Commonwealth Rd in Watertown, MA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 52 Commonwealth Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 52 Commonwealth Rd in Watertown, MA has a garage.

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