
97 Melendy Ave #97 Watertown — Photo 1 of 40
$869,900
97 Melendy Ave #97, Watertown, MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
SqFt
1,873
Style
Condominium
Built
1910
Stunningly renovated half-duplex plus offers the perfect blend of character with modern updates and flexible living space. You'll get the feel of single-family living here with exclusive use of the side yard and your own driveway. Three finished levels plus your own basement storage! Recently gutted and rebuilt- improvements include a new kitchen, new baths, new flooring, new windows, new lighting, mini-splits, and a brand-new 2 car driveway. Sun-filled living room features high ceilings, a ceiling fan, and a mini-split system for year-round comfort, flowing into a beautiful dining room perfect for entertaining. The gorgeous new kitchen boasts quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, an extra-deep sink, and abundant cabinet space. A stylish half bath completes the main level. The second floor offers a spacious primary bedroom and an impressive spa-inspired bath with double vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. A generously sized second bedroom and an additional versatile bonus space provide endless possibilities for a home office, custom walk-in closet, reading nook, or exercise area. The third level features another spacious bedroom with high ceilings and a bonus flex room, ideal as a 4th bedroom, guest suite, office, or playroom. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced level yard with an extra-large paver patio, gorgeous perennials, garden space, grape trellis, and raised beds in the private front yard. Additional highlights include an approximately 10-year-old boiler -gas heat -and a 2-year transferable builder's warranty. No HOA or condo fee here; each side splits the master insurance policy. Ideally located just minutes from vibrant Arsenal Yards, offering an exciting mix of restaurants, shopping & entertainment. Close to the Charles River Greenway and bike path, with easy access to Watertown Square, the Mass Pike, Storrow Drive, Cambridge, downtown Boston, public transportation & parks!
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Watertown, MA.
Property Details
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Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
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Amenities & Appliances
Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Laundromat • Highway Access • House of Worship
Geography
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Living Room
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Lvl FirstKitchen
Lvl FirstMaster Bedroom
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Lvl ThirdBathroom 1
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$869,900
Aug 20, 2026
MLS® 73566263
$869,900
Aug 6, 2026
MLS® 73560493
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)
Listing Agent: Megan Tolland
Listing Office: Realty Executives Boston West
MLS® Number: 73560493
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