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$904,938$764 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

27 CHARLES ST

WATERTOWN, MA 02472
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,184 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$905K
$838K low$971K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,907 (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.$848,200 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$848,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$848,200

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.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.Condominium
CountyMiddlesex
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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 · 0.2 mi
E
Cunniff Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Watertown High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 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

27 Charles 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Watertown West End
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Watertown West End

What homes are worth in Watertown 02472

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$374K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Watertown 02472.

How it measures up in Watertown 02472

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

Estimated value$904,938
CheaperTypical $816,629Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$764
CheaperTypical $587Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,184 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,724 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 27 Charles St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatertown West EndWatertown 02472Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$904,93862% of homes63% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76494% of homes94% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,184 ft²27% of homes25% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than192026% of homes37% of homes26% of homes

About 27 Charles St

How much is 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA is $904,938 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $838,437 to $971,439. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA last sell?

27 Charles St, Watertown, MA last sold on Apr 3, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA?

27 Charles St, Watertown, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,184 square feet of living space.

When was 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA built?

27 Charles St, Watertown, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA?

27 Charles St, Watertown, MA is assigned to Watertown Middle School (middle), rated B-; Cunniff 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 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA compare to other homes in Watertown 02472?

Among the 10,041 homes in Watertown 02472, it is worth more than 63% of them ($904,938 against a typical $816,629), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($764 against a typical $587), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,184 ft² against a typical 1,724 ft²) and it is newer than 37% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 63% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 27 Charles St, Watertown, MA was $9,907. The county assessed it at $848,200.

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