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Listing broker remarks

*Rare opportunity to one of the area’s most exceptional properties in the highly sought after Oakley Country Club Location. Move in ready, this stately brick 1926 Gambrel Colonial blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful updates. Located on a private cut de sac this enchanting home features fireplaced living room with french doors leading to spectacular- inviting sunroom with floor to ceiling windows so not to miss all the beauty that surrounds it, generously sized rooms, hard to find first floor bedroom that can double as in home office, The spacious finished lower level family room offers over 1000 sf of living space and the potential for a separate work area. Wonderfull patio overlooking (12,731 sf) offering the potential for expansion or the possibility of an accessory dwelling unit (*ADU). A commuters paradise conveniently located just minutes to Cambridge, Harvard Sq, Boston and steps to the finest shops and restaurants only add to its appeal. Don't miss this one!— Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Key details

  • 3,561 sq ft
  • 12,731 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1926 built
  • $561 / sq ft
  • $19,003 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠0⁠3⁠7⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
35 Arden Road
Town
Watertown, MA
ZIP
02472
Deed (Bk/Pg)
68824 / 487

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Critchett, Everett House · includes WAT.Q

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Oakley Country Club

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.