Watertown City Property Records in South Dakota

Watertown property records document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, deeds, mortgages, liens, and land plans for real estate in Watertown, Massachusetts. Users can start with The City of Watertown Assessor’s Office for parcel cards, property valuations, tax maps, and assessment data. Recorded deeds, mortgages, discharges, plans, and other land records are available through Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, which serves Watertown and provides online search tools as well as in-person access. For registered land, certificates of title and related filings may be accessed through Massachusetts Land Court records, often coordinated with the registry. Property tax billing or payment details may be available from The City of Watertown Treasurer/Collector’s Office. For older municipal records, local filings, or certified copies of certain city documents, users may also contact The City of Watertown Clerk’s Office.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$62,721
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$212,300
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,348
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$904 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
63%
Population
Population:
22,859

Watertown Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

The Crime Rates section shows the number of crimes reported in Watertown. It covers reported violent crimes, including murder, robbery, and assault, as well as property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

The data lists 0 murders, 0 robberies, and 56 assaults in Watertown. It also lists 240 property crimes, with 16 burglaries and 16 motor vehicle thefts.

Readers can use these counts to see how many of each type of crime were reported in Watertown and to compare the violent and property categories against one another. These figures reflect only the categories listed, so they offer a focused view of reported crime in Watertown rather than a full picture of safety in the city.

Robberies
Robberies:
0
Burglary
Burglary:
16
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
16
Theft
Theft:
208
Assault
Assault:
56
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
15

What Is the Population Profile of Watertown

Watertown's racial and ethnic composition is mostly White, at 90% of the population, or 20,556 people. Hispanic residents make up 3% (769 people), and Two + Races accounts for 2% (547 people). American Indian residents account for 2% (528 people), Black residents for 0.85% (195 people), Asian residents for 0.63% (145 people), and Other Race for 0.52% (119 people). Pacific Islander residents account for 0% (0 people).

White
90%
20,556
Hispanic
3%
769
Two + Races
2%
547
American Indian
2%
528
Black
0.85%
195
Asian
0.63%
145
Other Race
0.52%
119
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Watertown, Ratings Compared Across South Dakota B+

Watertown's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, from commuting and bars to schools and retirement. The highest-rated categories are Commute (A), Access to Bars (A), and Nightlife (A-). Other notable ratings include Public Schools (B+), Good for Retirees (B+), Housing (B), and Access to Outdoor Activities (C+). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Watertown.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B+
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B-
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
C+
Nightlife
Nightlife
A-
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
A
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
A
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
C+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A-
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B
Good for Families
Good for Families
B+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
B
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Watertown

Watertown's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (37%), Associate Degree (15%), and Bachelor Degree (15%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
37%
Associate Degree
15%
Bachelor Degree
15%
Some College
11%
Below High School
9%
Masters Degree
5%
Doctorate
0.78%

When Were Homes Built

Watertown's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 2000 - Present (26%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (23%) and 1960 - 1979 (20%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

2000 - Present
26%
1980 - 1999
23%
1960 - 1979
20%
Before 1939
18%
1940 - 1959
12%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Watertown's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (32%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (29%) and 4 Bedrooms (20%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
32%
3 Bedrooms
29%
4 Bedrooms
20%
1 Bedroom
11%
5 or More Bedrooms
6%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Watertown's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (20%), 35 - 44 (13%), and 25 - 34 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
20%
25 - 34
13%
35 - 44
13%
Under 10
12%
55 - 64
12%
45 - 54
11%
10 - 17
11%
18 - 24
9%

Property Market Trends at Watertown

Watertown's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $212,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $904 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Watertown's dynamic real estate landscape.

Watertown Assessor Office

Codington County Director of Equalization Office

Street:
14 1st Avenue SE
City:
Watertown
County:
Codington
State:
SD
Zip Code:
57201
Phone:
605-882-6274
Fax:
605-882-5387
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM)

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