
20 Hawthorne Street
Watertown, MA
$1,695,000
Nestled on a quiet, leafy side street, 20 Hawthorne is that ideal single family for those seeking a tranquil, neighborhood feel with urban convenience—and no compromises! With curb appeal to spare, a smart layout with a primary suite, 2-car garage, central AC, and a private, fenced in yard, 20 Hawthorne has it all.
A gracious entry welcomes you to spacious living and dining areas. Oversized windows provide plentiful natural light. The modern kitchen at the rear is paired with a walk-out deck — perfect for al-fresco dining and entertaining. Upstairs are five bedrooms and two full baths, including an expansive primary suite on the 3rd floor with two closets, a generous ensuite, and cosy reading nook. The finished lower level is the perfect space for movies, exercise, or a playroom. Laundry is housed in a tidy utility room.
Just .5 miles from Watertown Square, and 1.5 from Arsenal Yards, 20 Hawthorne offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, tranquil location,
and convenience!
Property Details
5 Bedrooms
2.5 Bathrooms
3,272 SF
Showing Information
Please join us for our Open House:
Wednesday, June 4th
Office Tour
Thursday, June 12th
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday, June 13th
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Saturday, June 14th
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, June 15th
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Listed by Holden Lewis and Eirinn Carroll. If you need to schedule an appointment at a different time, please call/text Eirinn Carroll at 860.508.6703.
Additional Information
Living Area: 3,272 Interior Square feet, per architectural measurements
9 Rooms, 5 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms
Lot Size: 6,120 S.F. / .14 Acres
Parking: 2 Garage Parking, 4+ Driveway Parking
Exterior: Rear deck & patio, fenced in yard, front porch
Year Built: 1895
Main Level
The front door opens into a show-stopping foyer with a sightline to the sliding doors and the backyard, featuring original bullseye trim, hardwood floors, and a sizable closet for coats and shoes. A grand staircase leads up to the second floor, and a hallway takes you through to the rest of the home.
On the left of the entry, is the expansive and sunny formal living room which boasts four large windows and original trim including crown moulding. The woodwork carries into the formal dining room which is located past the living room, separated by stunning original pocket doors.
Entertain with grace and an ease of movement in the dining room, ideally sited between the living room and kitchen. The space features bay windows and a gas fireplace with a tile surround and wood mantel.
The kitchen features recessed lighting, soapstone counters along the perimeter and a butcher block top island with a second bar sink. Appliances include 5-burner Maytag gas range with double oven, Whirlpool microwave (recirculating, 2022), Maytag French door refrigerator with water and ice dispenser plus drawer freezer, and a Maytag dishwasher.
A half bathroom serving the main floor is neatly tucked off the kitchen.
A sliding door off the kitchen leads to a deck, patio, and a lush fenced-in back yard.
The detached two car garage is located just off the patio and has plentiful storage and a spacious loft for storage or future finishing, accessed via pull-down ladder.
Second Floor
From the front of the home, a staircase leads to the roomy second level with hardwood floors throughout. There is also a 2nd butler’s stairway leading the mezzanine that could easily be converted to an additional closet and bookcase.
Four sizable bedrooms sit off the hallway. All four feature multiple windows, crown moulding, ceiling fans, and have ample closet space. The center bedroom features bay windows and
two closets.
There is a full bathroom that serves the second floor with a vanity, a combination tub/shower tub, and a window with privacy film providing natural light.
Third Floor
The main stairwell continues up to the third floor leading to the spacious and private primary suite.
The primary bedroom has room to spare for a sitting area or additional furnishings and features two windows, two skylights, ceiling fan and a gas fireplace making it the perfect cozy
year-round retreat.
A hallway off the primary bedroom leads to multiple closets with built-in storage systems, an ensuite bath, and an additional nook, perfect for a reading area or nursery.
The ensuite bathroom features radiant tile floor, a clawfoot soaking tub, tile shower, pedestal sink, and a linen closet.
Laundry hookups are tucked away in the far closet.
Parking
2-car detached garage with a large loft above, great for storage or potential finishing as an office or studio.
4-car driveway.
Outdoor Space
A covered front porch provides views of the idyllic street, along with some private spaces tucked behind mature plantings.
Secluded fenced-in backyard with a deck directly accessed via the kitchen.
A large patio next to the deck is surrounded by lush greenery and ample flat backyard for play or relaxation.
Systems
Heating:
Burnham gas-fired steam boiler, installed June 2025 - 1 Zone
Basement Electric Heat and electric heat in nook in primary
Radiant heat in top floor bathroom
Cooling:
York Central AC covers the 2nd & 3rd floor (age unknown, likely older).
Kenmore wall AC covers the 1st floor (age unknown, likely older).
Hot Water: GE 50 gallon gas-fired hot water heater, installed 2010.
Electrical: 100 amps via circuit breakers, updated 2014.
Laundry: LG front loading washer, and Maytag dryer (age unknown).
Gas fireplaces in Dining Room (Napoleon) and Primary Bedroom
Exterior
The building is a 3-story structure, built in 1895.
Siding: Cement composite.
Windows: Anderson double-paned wood windows. original stained glass window in stairwell
Roof: Architectural asphalt shingle. Date?
Utilities & Taxes
Average electrical bill is $79/month per Eversource, Average gas bill is $285/month per National Grid.
Taxes: $16,203.66 FY2025.
Additional Info
Doorbell and front path lighting not functioning.
Rear right burner on the stovetop needs to be lit manually.