Amazing restoration of an elegant 1898 Colonial-Revival mansion in Bell Tower Place! This single family like home features a custom kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space which opens to a formal dining area that leads to your fenced private yard with patio. The sun-filled living room features the original wood fireplace and custom trim. Unwind in your oversized luxurious master suite, complete with a full custom tiled shower, double vanity, walk in closet and Jacuzzi tub. An additional bedroom and a guest bath round out the second floor and you will find two additional bedrooms, full bath and bonus room on the third floor. In the basement you will find bonus living space perfect for office, gym or guest room, wine cellar and additional storage! Other features include hardwood flooring, gas heating, central air and TWO car heated garage! Close to Cambridge, BB&N, Shady Hill, Harvard Square, Charles River and Arsenal Yards!
Sold for $1,290,000 on 06/23/25
$1,290,000
250 School St, Watertown, MA 02472
4beds
3,625sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1898
-- sqft lot
$1,284,700 Zestimate®
$356/sqft
$4,289 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,284,700
$1.19M - $1.39M
$4,289/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 23, 2025 at 01:24pm
Listed by:
Brian J. Fitzpatrick 781-258-8331,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham 781-893-0808,
Tricia Monasterio 617-290-1252
Bought with:
Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73341620
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Third
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
- Area: 900
- Dimensions: 30 x 30
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings
- Level: First
- Area: 242
- Dimensions: 22 x 11
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door
- Level: First
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Office
- Features: Ceiling - Beamed, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Home Office, Bonus Room, Foyer
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit,Corner
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,625
- Total interior livable area: 3,625 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,876
- Finished area below ground: 749
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Fenced
Details
- Parcel number: M:1126 B:0003 L:0022B,4765571
- Zoning: T
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1898
- Major remodel year: 2011
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Watertown
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $1,122 monthly
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2025 | Sold | $1,290,000-7.9%$356/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341620 | ||
| 4/29/2025 | Contingent | $1,399,900$386/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341620 | ||
| 3/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,900+60%$386/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341620 | ||
| 11/7/2011 | Sold | $875,000$241/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,021 +5% | $1,371,700 +5.2% |
| 2024 | $15,258 -12.6% | $1,304,100 +1.4% |
| 2023 | $17,458 +12.8% | $1,285,600 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02472
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hosmer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Watertown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Watertown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hosmer
- Middle: Watertown
- High: Watertown
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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