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Two-Unit Duplex with Garage
For Sale
$1,150,000

227 Common St, Watertown, MA 02472

Each residence has two bedrooms, a full bath, living and dining rooms, and hardwood flooring.

Property Size2,150 SF
Price / SF$534.88
Days on Market8

Property Features for 227 Common St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,150 SF
Property subtype Residential Income

Units

Unit Mix 2 x 2BR/1BA
Multifamily Units 2

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $13,369

Amenities

front porch
rear porch
enclosed three-season porch
private backyard
full basement with laundry and storage

Building Details

Buildings 1
Listing Agency: eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Listed By: Jacob Zapata
Source: Exprealty
Added: Oct 12 Changed: Oct 19 Last Checked: Oct 19 at 2:52PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office

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This 2,150-square-foot duplex contains two residences, each with two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a living room, and a formal dining room with built-in features. Hardwood flooring runs through both units. The upper residence also includes a finished third-floor family room and bonus room, served by electric heat and air conditioning. Outdoor features include front and rear porches, an enclosed three-season porch, and a backyard with a sprinkler system. Updated mechanical systems, a full basement with laundry and storage, and a separate two-car garage are also part of the property; driveway parking is available.

The property is at 227 Common St in Watertown, near Watertown High School, Oakley Country Club, Watertown Square, Arsenal Yards, and the Charles River. Commuter routes to Cambridge and Boston are nearby.

Key Highlights

  • Two units, each with two bedrooms and one full bath
  • 2,150 square feet across the duplex
  • Finished third‑floor family room and bonus room in the upper unit

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$45,495
Cap Rate
3.96%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$909,900 $909.9K
Cap Rate 7%
$649,929 $649.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$505,500 $505.5K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,150 SF
Gross rent
$68.4K $31.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.4K −$1.57/SF
EGI
$65.0K $30.23/SF
− OpEx
−$19.5K −$9.07/SF
NOI
$45.5K $21.16/SF
Area
Middlesex County, MA
Vacancy
4.94%
Lease Rate
$31.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$909,900
Cap Rate 7%
$649,929
Cap Rate 9%
$505,500

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$649.9K
$568.7K – $758.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $45,495 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.96%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$611.1K
$534.7K – $713.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $42,778 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.72%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.27M
$1.11M – $1.48M (±1% cap)
NOI $89,095 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.75%
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Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,098
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 02472, MA

35,392
Population
17,069
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
67%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
4.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
8,848
Density / Sq Mi
$123,383
Median Household Income
$77,537
Median Earnings
$2,356
Median Rent
$737,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Each residence has two bedrooms, a full bath, living and dining rooms, and hardwood flooring.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 227 Common St Watertown, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,150,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two units, each with two bedrooms and one full bath; 2,150 square feet across the duplex; Finished third‑floor family room and bonus room in the upper unit
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