6 Bates Rd E, Watertown, MA 02472
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FOR SALE

$1,250,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,200 sqft

6 Bates Rd E, Watertown, MA 02472

Est. Mortgage $7,807/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1959
$568/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 6 Bates Rd E.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Attention investors- don't miss this great opportunity in one of the top neighborhoods in East Watertown with a highly desirable location! Solid two family on a spacious lot with a large rear yard- both units have remodeled kitchens and baths done in 2017, new roof in 2017, resurfaced driveway in 2019, new back entrance done in 2021 (railing, stairs, and door) and replaced supports and beams for decks. There is possible expansion potential in the walk up attic, gas heating systems, and a two car garage. This property has strong rental income, is a stone's throw from Bus 71 to Harvard Sq, short distance to Watertown Sq and Cushing Sq, Belmont, plus I-90, and Storrow Drive. Easy access to shops and restaurants.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Yvonne Logan, (781) 859-9433
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington, (781) 862-2600
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73568445
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Home Details for 6 Bates Rd E

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Garage Access,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 10
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2200 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Range, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated Windows, ScreensDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: EnclosedExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: Public, Dead EndResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2200

Days on Market

Days on Market: 26

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Building
Construction Materials: FrameDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Tenants BelongingsParcel Number: 853403

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,250,000Price Per Sqft: $568

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Watertown

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73568445

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2200 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, House of Worship, Public School, SidewalksNot Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5286 sqft

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Rent Includes: Unit 1(Water), Unit 2(Water)

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73568445Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2200

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingHouse of WorshipPublic SchoolSidewalks

Around this home

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.24M
Since last month
Increased$11K (+0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$29K (+2.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$456K (+58.3%)
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 +58% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.24M
August 2026$1.23M
July 2026$1.25M
June 2026$1.26M
May 2026$1.27M
April 2026$1.27M
March 2026$1.26M
February 2026$1.21M
January 2026$1.19M
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
20-22 Franklin St, Watertown, MA
0.11
Multi-Family Home
$1,100,000
08/20/26
4
2
2,330
67 Walnut St, Watertown, MA
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$1,100,000
11/19/25
5
2
2,400
13-15 Columbia St, Watertown, MA
0.11
Multi-Family Home
$1,225,000
08/11/26
4
2
2,862
84-86 Boylston St, Watertown, MA
0.31
Multi-Family Home
$1,035,000
02/02/26
5
2
2,100
24-26 Louise St, Watertown, MA
0.41
Multi-Family Home
$900,000
01/05/26
4
2
2,250
20 Oakley Rd, Watertown, MA
0.28
Multi-Family Home
$1,225,000
11/05/25
6
2
2,814
38-40 Pequossette St, Watertown, MA
0.54
Multi-Family Home
$1,050,000
09/08/26
4
2
2,717

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
235 Mount Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472
0.06
$2,500,000
6
3
3,794
Recently Sold
25 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$2,311,900
5
3.5
4,304
Off Market
14 Center St #3, Watertown, MA 02472
0.10
$980,000
4
2.5
2,709
Recently Sold
30 Center St #30, Watertown, MA 02472
0.09
-
4
4.5
4,400
Off Market
12 Walnut St, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$1,716,400
5
3.5
3,061
Off Market
12 Walnut St #2, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$1,626,600
4
4.5
2,859
Off Market
49 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
0.07
$2,355,100
6
2.5
3,668
Off Market
16 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
0.10
$2,020,000
5
3
3,679
Recently Sold
20-22 Franklin St, Watertown, MA 02472
0.11
$1,100,000
4
2
2,330
Recently Sold
55 Bates Rd #B, Watertown, MA 02472
0.06
$795,000
3
1.5
1,350
For Sale
28 Franklin St #28, Watertown, MA 02472
0.12
$593,800
2
1
1,250
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 26, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73568445
Listed For Sale
$1,250,000
Jul 21, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$782,500
May 17, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$789,000
May 5, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$789,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Yvonne Logan, Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington, (781) 862-2600
Agent Phone: (781) 859-9433
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Frequently asked questions about 6 Bates Rd E

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 6 Bates Rd E?
    Based on a $1,250,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 6 Bates Rd E in Watertown, MA is approximately $7,951 (about $6,824 principal & interest, $1,052 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 6 Bates Rd E compare to homes in Watertown?
    6 Bates Rd E in Watertown, MA is listed at $1,250,000, about 62% above the $770K median sale price in Watertown.
  • What do residents say about Watertown?
    Residents describe Watertown, MA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Watertown, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 6 Bates Rd E?
    The closest schools to 6 Bates Rd E 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 6 Bates Rd E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 6 Bates Rd E in Watertown, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 6 Bates Rd E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 6 Bates Rd E in Watertown, MA has laundry facilities.
6 Bates Rd E, Watertown, MA 02472 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,200 sqft multi-family built in 1959. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Aug 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73568445.