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$1,143,523$760 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $935,000 on May 7, 2019

5 BOYLSTON ST

WATERTOWN, MA 02472
6
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,504 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.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
15
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$935,000 · May 7, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,388 (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.$1,060,600 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,060,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$991,500

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.
6
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.
84
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
Hosmer Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Watertown High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Watertown Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 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

5 Boylston 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.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Watertown 02472
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Watertown 02472
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in East Watertown
  • Among the newest homes in East Watertown

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
$371K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 85% 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$1,143,523
CheaperTypical $828,754Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$760
CheaperTypical $592Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,504 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 5 Boylston St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast WatertownWatertown 02472Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,143,52377% of homes85% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76091% of homes93% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,504 ft²32% of homes42% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than2018almost all homesalmost all homes98% of homes

About 5 Boylston St

How much is 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA is $1,143,523 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,066,962 to $1,220,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA last sell?

5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA last sold on May 7, 2019 for $935,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA?

5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 1,504 square feet of living space.

When was 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA built?

5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA?

5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA is assigned to Hosmer Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Watertown High School (high), rated C+; Watertown Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Watertown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA compare to other homes in Watertown 02472?

Among the 10,041 homes in Watertown 02472, it is worth more than 85% of them ($1,143,523 against a typical $828,754), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($760 against a typical $592), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,504 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²) and it is newer than almost all of them (2018 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 78% 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 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Boylston St, Watertown, MA was $12,388. The county assessed it at $1,060,600.

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