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Where Morning Coffee Meets Afternoon AdventuresPicture waving goodbye from your front door as the kids walk one block to school — no rush, no traffic, just an easy start to the day. That's life in this 2,200-square-foot home, offering three bedrooms and two full baths in a layout that balances togetherness with privacy.Out back, a private yard invites quiet mornings, weekend gatherings, and room for kids and pets to roam — all within a neighborhood peaceful enough to hear the birds.The elementary, middle and high schools sit within a half-mile, local shops and restaurants are just minutes away, and public transit puts Cambridge and downtown Boston within easy reach — trade the commute for a good book and still be home for dinner.This is a home that gives you back your time and peace of mind. Schedule your private showing today — homes like this don't last.— Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham

Key details

  • 2,201 sq ft
  • 5,225 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1916 built
  • $408 / sq ft
  • $12,572 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠8⁠7⁠1⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
70 Hovey St
Town
Watertown, MA
ZIP
02472
Deed (Bk/Pg)
76920 / 193

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Neighborhood: Watertown

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.