Rare opportunity to own a duplex that truly lives like two separate townhomes! Nestled on a quiet circular street, this well-maintained property offers two spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath units, each with its own distinct feel and private parking area—no tandem parking required. One unit has been freshly painted and is ready for your personal touches, while the other features an updated kitchen and bath and is in excellent condition. The oversized backyard provides ample room for outdoor enjoyment and offers the potential to create two private yard spaces. Beautifully landscaped and located just steps from the new Cunniff School, this property combines neighborhood charm with exceptional versatility. Perfect for an owner-occupant seeking rental income, a savvy investor, or a developer exploring townhouse conversion possibilities. Multi-family properties with this layout, condition, and location rarely become available—don't miss this exceptional opportunity.
| Units | 2 |
| Living area | 2,592 sqft |
| Lot size | 5,459 sqft |
| Year built | 1960 |
| Price / sqft | $463 |
| County | Middlesex |
| MLS # | 73533702 |
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It is a 2-unit multi-family property with 2,592 sqft of living area, built in 1960.
At a list price of $1,149,990 across 2 units, that works out to roughly $574,995 per unit.
At $1,149,990 for 2,592 sqft, that's about $463 per square foot.
26-28 Desmond Ave, Watertown MA 02472 is in Watertown, Middlesex County, MA 02472.

Justin Rollo is a Broker Associate with Signal Real Estate (MA Lic. #9534264) and a lifelong Massachusetts resident. Over 14 years and hundreds of transactions, he has worked investment properties — multi-families and house-hacking — across Greater Boston full-time. Away from real estate, Justin is a proud dad, youth coach and local school-committee member — and a former professional poker player who still loves golf and following local sports.