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164 Galen Street #61 Watertown — Photo 1 of 23

164 Galen Street #61 Watertown — Photo 1 of 23

Recent Drop: $9,100

$429,000
$419,900

$419,900

Investment Analysis — 164 Galen Street #61

Watertown, MA 02472

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 2-bedroom in 02472 carries an estimated $3,210/mo in gross rent — about a 3.79% cap rate and $15,904/yr in estimated NOI at the $419,900 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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Beds

2

Baths

1

SqFt

950

Style

Condominium

Built

1973

Stylish & sunny & move-in ready, this top-tier 7th-story corner unit offers an ideal blend of space, modern updates, & effortless everyday living on the Watertown/ Newton line. West-facing windows provide stunning sunsets from the living room balcony & primary bedroom! New glass sliders connect updated balcony to living room space. Inside, the open layout connects the living & dining area, all anchored by strand-woven bamboo flooring. The renovated kitchen is equipped with shaker cabinetry, quartz counters, & stainless appliances. Both bedrooms are spacious & feature plush carpeting. The oversized primary bedroom has double closets, brand-new picture windows with screens & can easily accommodate a king-size bed setup. The updated full bathroom has a tub/ shower combo & completes the immaculate interior. Two built-in AC units keep the condo cool during the warmer months. Beyond the front door, this mid-rise elevator building offers a convenient lifestyle with fantastic amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool with a lounge deck, a dedicated bike storage room, on-site shared laundry facilities, & a double-sized storage closet on ground-floor. Living here also includes two parking spaces—one covered garage spot & an additional oversized exterior space in the outdoor lot. The unbeatable location puts you just steps from Newton Corner and minutes to Watertown Square. Public transit includes downtown express bus (right outside the building) & short ride to Harvard Square. The Mass Pike is accessed just blocks away providing a short commute into Boston. Neighborhood amenities include immediate proximity to the Charles River bike path, Watertown Public Library, the local YMCA, community ice-skating rink, & the Charles River boathouse!

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.

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Property Details

Financials

Original Price$429,000
Annual Taxes$5,823
HOA Fee$629

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms4
FireplacesNone
FlooringTile, Carpet, Bamboo
BasementN

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
CoolingWall Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
RoofRubber
Foundation--
ZoningR1.2

Property & Lot

Acres--
SqFt Lot--
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Bike Path • Highway Access

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

First
Master BedroomBedroom 2
Main,First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Dining Room
Lvl Main,First

Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Master Bedroom
Lvl First

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom 2
Lvl First
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Remodeled

Property History

Price Drop
$419,900

Was $424,900

Sep 10, 2026

MLS® 73559088

Price Drop
$424,900

Was $429,000

Aug 14, 2026

MLS® 73559088

Listed
$429,000

Aug 4, 2026

MLS® 73559088

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Chris Vietor Homes

Listing Office: eXp Realty LLC

MLS® Number: 73559088