97 Galen Street offers the space, comfort, and charm every homebuyer dreams of. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse welcomes you with classic details like elegant pocket doors, timeless trim work, and an updated eat-in kitchen, perfect for entertaining or everyday life. With three finished floors, the entire third floor is a private retreat—a spacious primary suite with an ensuite bath and plenty of room to unwind. Hardwood floors run throughout, and central air keeps the home comfortable year-round. The full unfinished basement provides ample storage, while the back patio is ideal for relaxing outdoors. Two dedicated parking spots add everyday convenience. Located in vibrant Watertown, and on the Newton line, this home combines character, function, and space to grow.
This property is $227.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $67/SqFt less than other homes in Watertown, MA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
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MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
MLS Number: #73324207
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Office Phone: (617) 206-3333
Listing Agent: The RP Group
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Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School
191 Pearl St
Distance between this listing and this school0.46 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
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Underwood Elementary School
101 Vernon St
Distance between this listing and this school0.48 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Hosmer Elementary School
1 Concord Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.01 miles
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Bigelow Middle School
42 Vernon St
Distance between this listing and this school0.62 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Watertown Middle School
68 Waverley Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.81 miles
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F. A. Day Middle School
21 Minot Pl
Distance between this listing and this school1.41 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Watertown High School
50 Columbia St
Distance between this listing and this school0.69 miles
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Lyon Upper 9-12 School
95 Beechcroft St
Distance between this listing and this school1.45 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Newton North High School
457 Walnut St
Distance between this listing and this school1.57 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $93,919. Residents of Watertown, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 97 Galen St Unit 97
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 97 Galen St Unit 97 property is $1,095,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 97 Galen St Unit 97 is a condo located in Watertown, Massachusetts, 02472.
Is this property for sale now?
Accepting Backup Offers: 97 Galen St Unit 97 is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 97 Galen St Unit 97 has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 97 Galen St Unit 97 is 2,360 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 97 Galen St Unit 97 is 1896.
This home is located at 97 Galen St Unit 97 in Watertown, MA and zip code 02472. This 2,360 square foot home, which was built in 1896, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 08, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,095,000.
While more than 12 listings in Watertown, MA in December 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 13 were sold below. The number of listings in Watertown, MA decreased by 18.8% between November 2024 and December 2024. In December 2024 median list price was $867,500 and the average listing age was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.