
68 Barnard Avenue Watertown — Photo 1 of 40
Recent Drop: $30,000
$2,695,000
68 Barnard Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
SqFt
4,537
Style
Single Family
Built
1916
Rare multigenerational living located in the most desirable neighborhood of Watertown, this fully renovated and thoughtfully restored five bedroom, four and one half bath home blends charm with modern living. A spacious single-family residence with high ceilings, elegant details, and updated systems throughout. The open, light-filled layout features a stylish kitchen with separate pantry, generous living and dining spaces, and beautifully finished bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with an enclosed sunlit balcony. Standout features include the in-law suite with a separate entrance in the lower level and versatile third-floor teen or guest suite. Enjoy a spacious yard, professionally designed hardscape and landscape with premium curated plantings. With Arsenal Yards at your doorstep, enjoy award-winning dining, cinema, and premium fitness studios. Steps from the scenic Charles River Greenway, this location offers an active lifestyle and 20 minutes from Boston.
Immersive Experience
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 18 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Watertown, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Freezer • Wine Refrigerator • Range Hood • Stainless Steel Appliance(s) • Plumbed For Ice Maker
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First23 x 16
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Dining Room
Lvl First16 x 13
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
Kitchen
Lvl First19 x 19
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Storage, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Office
Lvl First14 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second23 x 14
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony - Interior, French Doors, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second17 x 12
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second15 x 11
Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
Bedroom 4
Lvl Third17 x 14
Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 5
Lvl Basement13 x 12
Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
Bathroom 1
Lvl First8 x 4
Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second14 x 7
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3
Lvl Third13 x 8
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Window Seat
Property History
$2,695,000
Was $2,725,000
Sep 2, 2026
MLS® 73547203
$2,725,000
Jul 9, 2026
MLS® 73547203
Population
35,620
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$126K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
52.3%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 4,537 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 8,571 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Aphrodite Karpouzis
Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
MLS® Number: 73547203
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