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$1,286,306$912 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,190,000 on Jun 28, 2023

42 YORK AVE

WATERTOWN, MA 02472
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,410 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.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,190,000 · Jun 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,188 (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.$1,129,100 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,129,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$658,100

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.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.

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
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
J. R. Lowell Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Watertown Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Watertown High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 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

42 York Ave 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.

  • Worth more than 94% of homes in Watertown West End
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Watertown West End
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the newest 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
$372K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 91% 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$1,286,306
CheaperTypical $811,593Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$912
CheaperTypical $584Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 42 York Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatertown West EndWatertown 02472Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,286,30694% of homes91% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$912almost all homesalmost all homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,410 ft²41% of homes37% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 42 York Ave

How much is 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA is $1,286,306 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,226,453 to $1,346,159. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA last sell?

42 York Ave, Watertown, MA last sold on Jun 28, 2023 for $1,190,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA?

42 York Ave, Watertown, MA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 1,410 square feet of living space.

When was 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA built?

42 York Ave, Watertown, MA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA?

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

How does 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA compare to other homes in Watertown 02472?

Among the 10,041 homes in Watertown 02472, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,286,306 against a typical $811,593), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($912 against a typical $584), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,410 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²) and it is newer than almost all of them (2022 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 83% 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 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 York Ave, Watertown, MA was $13,188. The county assessed it at $1,129,100.

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