23 Columbia Street, Watertown, MA 02472

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,135 sqft

Property Description

Special opportunity in Watertown's iconic Oakley CC neighborhood, this turnkey 1887 Stick Style Victorian blends preserved character with refined modern design. With 4 beds, 3 full baths and over 4000 sf, the home retains original details - slate roof, millwork, butler’s pantry - with updated kitchen and baths, custom built-ins, designer window treatments and lighting, lending a distinct European vibe to this American classic. Gracious living flows easily from functional kitchen/mudroom to elegant entertaining rooms with French doors, tiled fireplace, and 9’ ceilings. Beautiful central stair leads to spacious and bright corner bedrooms. Flexible third-floor suite offers ideal space for primary retreat, guests, WFH needs. The reimagined lower level offers 1,000+ sf for media, fitness, wine cellar and storage. Curated outdoor living with a brick patio, Ipe deck, landscaped fenced yard, colorful gardens and planting beds, garage for storage, driveway w/EV charging. Not to be missed!

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

April 23, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 1, 2026 at 1:06AM

Listing Office:

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty : 617-945-9161

Listing Agent:

Laura Segal : 617-823-4287

MLS ID:

73506270

Interior

• General: Recessed LightingCloset/Cabinets - Custom BuiltLighting - PendantMud RoomMedia RoomExercise RoomEntry HallHome OfficeWine Cellar
• Appliances: Gas Water HeaterWater HeaterRangeDishwasherDisposalRefrigeratorWasherDryerRange HoodPlumbed For Ice Maker
• Laundry: Second FloorGas Dryer HookupWasher Hookup
• Basement: Partially FinishedInterior EntryBulkheadSump Pump
• Flooring: WoodTileBambooFlooring - Stone/Ceramic TileFlooring - Wall to Wall CarpetFlooring - Wood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: CentralForced AirRadiantNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Living RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 1
• Eco/Green Feature: Thermostat

Exterior

• General: PorchDeck - WoodPatioRain GuttersStorageProfessional LandscapingSprinkler SystemFenced YardGarden
• Style: Victorian
• Parking: DetachedStoragePaved DriveOff StreetPavedParking spaces: 3

Construction

• Roofing: ShingleSlateRubber
• Windows: Storm Window(s)
• General: FrameStone

Location

• Road/Access: Public
• Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
• County: Middlesex

Lot

• Zoning: S6853481
• Fencing: Fenced/EnclosedFenced

Utilities

• Utilities: for Gas Rangefor Gas DryerWasher HookupIcemaker ConnectionCircuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: MLS Property Information Network