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215 SYCAMORE ST

WATERTOWN, MA 02472
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,887 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,300 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,180 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$731,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$240,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$490,900

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Watertown Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
J. R. Lowell Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Watertown High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Watertown School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02472These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,928
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,689 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,227
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$149,103
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

215 Sycamore St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Watertown West End
  • Among the smallest lots in Watertown West End
  • Older than 75% of homes in Watertown West End

How it measures up in Watertown 02472

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watertown 02472.

Living area2,887 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,729 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size2,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 215 Sycamore St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatertown West EndWatertown 02472Middlesex County
Living areabigger than2,887 ft²92% of homes87% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,300 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than192025% of homes37% of homes25% of homes

About 215 Sycamore St

When did 215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA last sell?

215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA?

215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA has 6 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,887 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA built?

215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA?

215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA is assigned to Watertown Middle School (middle), rated B-; J. R. Lowell Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Watertown High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Watertown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA compare to other homes in Watertown 02472?

Among the 10,041 homes in Watertown 02472, it is bigger than 87% of them (2,887 ft² against a typical 1,729 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,300 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 215 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA was $7,180. The county assessed it at $731,200.

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