City Guide
Watertown, MA
Overview
Watertown, MA, is known for being one of the first Massachusetts Bay colony settlements organized by Puritan settlers in 1630. With around 36,000 people living in Watertown, residents will enjoy small-city living with the perks of a larger city. A fun fact about Watertown is that it was the first inland farming town. Furthermore, the city is also home to Mount Auburn Cemetery, one of America's first "garden-style" cemeteries.
What’s it like to live in Watertown, MA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Watertown, MA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,150,000
and homes stay on the market for 25 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Watertown are $1,150,000
and $685,000
, respectively. Watertown area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,230,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Watertown, MAExplore our Watertown housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Watertown home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Watertown rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Watertown rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Watertown, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Watertown
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Cambridge | $1,250,000 | 78 / 100 | 79 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Nonantum | $900,000 | 82 / 100 | 80 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Brighton | $760,000 | 78 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Newton Corner | $1,210,000 | 79 / 100 | 60 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Allston | $572,450 | 58 / 100 | 87 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Watertown
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Watertown Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 21% of Watertown homebuyers searched to move out of Watertown, while 79% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Watertown from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Watertown more than any other metro followed by Hartford and Springfield.
Where are people moving to Watertown from?
- 79% of Watertown homebuyers searched to stay within the Watertown metropolitan area.
Where are people from Watertown moving to?
Number of People Moving to Watertown
least
most
People are moving to Watertown from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 3,926 | ||
| 2 | 3,225 | ||
| 3 | 1,310 | ||
| 4 | 408 | ||
| 5 | 400 | ||
| 6 | 389 | ||
| 7 | 331 | ||
| 8 | 216 | ||
| 9 | 140 | ||
| 10 | 25 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Watertown, MA ?
Watertown, MA, boasts a wide variety of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of the many parks. Plumbing Museum, Armenian Library and Museum of America, and Perkins History Museum, Watertown has a total of 7 museums that you can explore. Arsenal Center for the Arts and New Repertory Theatre are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. Home to Uncommon Grounds, Victory Field, and Arsenal Park, there are plenty of parks where you can spend a relaxing evening. You'll find plenty of restaurants and charming cafes throughout the city. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at Demos Restaurant, Greg's Restaurant, and Molana Restaurant for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
Explore some of the best things to do in Watertown
What's the best way to get around Watertown, MA ?
Watertown Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Watertown has 1 heavy rail station; MBTA West Newton Station. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 3 car rental locations.
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