Historic charm meets everyday functionality at 79 Deforest Street, a circa-1778 Colonial located in the Taft School area of Watertown, CT. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this single-family home offers 2,948 sq ft of above-grade living space on 0.43 acres. The home features 4 bedrooms, 1 full bath, 1 half bath, plus a bonus room ideal for a home office, study, or sitting room. Interior highlights include wide plank hardwood floors throughout, two fireplaces, extensive custom built-ins, and fresh interior paint. The main level includes a living room with fireplace, a spacious dining room that opens to a stone patio, a family room with fireplace, and a sunroom off the kitchen. The eat-in kitchen features new appliances, including a gas cooktop, oven/range, range hood, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Laundry is located on the upper level. The primary bedroom offers hardwood flooring, built-in closets, a sitting area, and a two-story window. A walk-up attic provides additional storage or future potential. Exterior features include a historic barn, stone walls, covered porch, mature trees, sidewalks, and a private driveway. The roof was replaced around 2019. Mechanical updates include 200-amp electrical service, oil-fired hot water radiator heat, public water and sewer, and a recent 40-gallon natural gas hot water heater. Not in a flood zone. Convenient to parks, library, schools, and public transportation.