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!
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Last Checked: August 5th, 2026 at 6:08pm (Source: MLS PIN #73559088)
Garage Parking
Air Conditioning
Waterview
Lead Paint Free
Accessible Features
General Information for 164 Galen Street # 61, Watertown MA 02472
Listing ID73559088
Property TypeCondominium
Price429000 ($451.58/SqFt)
Building Style2/3 Family
CityWatertown
CountyMiddlesex
Neighborhood(s)
Total Parking3 (1 Garage)
Unit Level7
Levels in Unit1
Year Built1973
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsActual
Building Construction Status
ZoningR1.2
Unit Features for 164 Galen Street # 61, Watertown MA 02472
Approximate Living Area Total950
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms4
Bedrooms2
Primary En Suite BathroomNo
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
LaundryArchway
Fireplaces
Outdoor SpaceNo
FlooringTile
Electric
AppliancesRange
Condo Association Features for 164 Galen Street # 61, Watertown MA 02472
Complex NameNewtown At Gateway Condominium Assoc.
Pet PolicyNot Allowed
Building ManagementDeveloper Advisory Board
Building Construction Status
Number of Units139
Year Built1973
Year Built DetailsActual
Year Built SourcePublic Records
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Parking Features1
Building AmenitiesBeach Rights
Disclosures for 164 Galen Street # 61, Watertown MA 02472
Lead PaintNone
UFFINo
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsPersonal Property
Compensation Based On
Documents AvailablePerc Test
Financial Information for 164 Galen Street # 61, Watertown MA 02472
Association Fee
Optional Fee0
Association Fee IncludesLandscaping
Optional Fee Includes
Association Fee FrequencyMonthly
Assessed Value$477,300
Real Estate Tax5823
Tax Year2026
Location Information for 164 Galen Street # 61, Watertown MA 02472
Elementary SchoolHosmer
Middle SchoolWatertown Middle
High SchoolWatertown High
Neighborhood(s)
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 164 Galen Street # 61, Watertown MA 02472