23 Columbia Street

Taxes: $14,146 (2026)

About this home

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!

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Low-Rise

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central Heat, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Hot Air Gravity

Type

Detached

Flooring

Wood, Tile, Bamboo

Road type

Public, Paved, Publicly Maint.

Appliances

Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood

Construction

Aluminum

Roof

Aluminum, Shingle, Rubber

Garage

Detached, Storage

Lot

Corner, Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed, Gentle Slope

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Paved Driveway

Basement

Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Electric

Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps

Exterior

Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden Area