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Waltham is a metropolitan city of 57,878, situated nine miles from Boston, encompassing a total area of 13.6 square miles. The Charles River cuts a path through the southern section of Waltham used throughout history for transport, water, and industry.
Today, the Charles River has given way to Rout 128 as the main economic center in the City. In the Greater Boston area, Waltham has the second largest office market behind Boston. Waltham has a diverse housing stock, with dense multi-family housing in the southern section of the City and larger lot single-family housing in the northern section.
The City also boasts large park and open space facilities such as Prospect Hill Park an the Robert Treat Paine Estate. With an aggressive revitalization program, Waltham is witnessing the rebirth of its historic downtown and is providing better public access to its greatest natural resource, the Charles River.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
100 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
82 |
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8th Grade Math: |
143 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
122 |
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8th Grade Science: |
151 |
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4th Grade Math: |
185 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
204 |
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Spending/Student:
$13,478
Average SAT scores:
1449
Student/Teacher Ratios:
10.7 to 1
Community
Population:59,758 Median Income in town: $69,445 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 13.8 / 1,000
Violent: 1.7 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
67
/ 91
/ 12
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $395,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $414,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -5%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,273
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Brandeis/Roberts (Fitchburg/South Acton Line) Waltham (Fitchburg/South Acton Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
70, 70A, 170, 505, 553, 554, 556
Miles to Boston:
13
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
23
Rail time to Boston:
27
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$1,245,000
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ATTENTION INVESTORS: (2) properties on one deed, 8 unit multi-fam + single fam on one lot overlooking the Charles River, Centrally located steps to Moody St. in bustling Waltham, properties are fully leased to young professionals and college students with under market rents generating $10,700/month. 3rd generation family owned and well maintained with newer roofs + brand new heating system in the Multi. First showing as group on Sat. Jun 2nd @ 11 AM.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$334,900
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A Gem Terrific Cedarwood location. Super Sweet Ranch with open floor plan.New kitchen with lots of cabinets and counter space. Extra large living room with fireplace and bright dining area over looking the back yard. Three bedrooms,Master has 1/2 bath , pull down attic for storage Level private back yard and large deck.New heating system and carpet. A great house! Move right in.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$229,900
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Gorgeous sunny top foor 2 bedroom condo . Updated kitchen featuring all new cabinetry, high end appliances, Bosch Dishwasher, microwave. Hardwood floors including kitchen, updated windows. Cool off this summer in the pool! Great location on the Watertown line, steps to Bus, minutes to Watertown Square.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$425,000
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Welcome to the Warrendale Neighborhood! This is a well maintained classic colonial home with a nicely landscaped yard, single car garage, and hardwood floors. The first floor features a large living room with a fireplace, a sun room off the living room, formal dining room, eat in kitchen, mud room, and a half bath. The second floor has 3 bedrooms, a full bath and a pull down for attic storage. Come See!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$229,000
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Delightful top level corner unit! Private balcony with southern exposure . New windows. Updated bath and kitchen. Hardwood floors. Pool and tennis courts. Handy to all major routes, shopping and public transporation. Short commute to Bentley University . On site management. Strong condo association. Heat and hot water included in condo fee.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$289,900
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HIGHLY DESIRABLE BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY LOCALE! IMMACULATE SUNFILLED townhome featuring bright E-I-K, spacious living room, large master, gleaming hardwood flooring, newer ceramic bath, newer natural gas heating, high ceilings, bonus third floor family room/spare bedroom, ample cellar storage, laundry, parking and more! Walk to public transportation and shops! Easy access to Rte 128, Rte 2 and Mass Pike!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$379,900
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SPECTACULAR TOP QUALITY COMPLETE GUT RENOVATION TOWNHOUSE featuring gorgeous open floor plan, stunning NEW gourmet granite island kitchen with tray ceilings & every stainless steel appliance, NEW designer tile baths, Mstr Bdrm Bath, Roof Top Deck, skylit 3rd floor, finished bsmnt famrm, charming moldings,1st flr laundry,NEW hdwd flrs, NEW heat system, NEW Central A/C, NEW windows, NEW Lifetime roof, NEW plumbing, NEW electric, NEW siding, sound insulation, 3 car parking. Convenient to Everything
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$224,900
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Totally renovated garden unit in a quiet corner of the popular Northgate condominiums.Granite counter tops, Stainless steel appliances renovated bathroom and beautiful wood flooring.Inviting open floorplan leads to a private covered patio abutting a quiet wooded area.Brand new wall air conditioner and newer replacement windows.Laundry in bldng.Short walk to the swimming pool and the Wal-Lex shopping plaza.Minutes to Rt 2 and 95.Short drive to Moody St for a wide selection of pubs/restaurants.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$585,000
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Newly and beautifully renovated 3 bedroom townhouse in luxury condominium community. Sun-filled end unit w/ private wooded views. Desirable "Drake" floorplan with fabulous first floor Master Suite, including renovated bath with double vanity and granite. Maple hardwood floors, oak/granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances, private deck with access from LR and kitchen, AC, attached garage. Walk to condo pool, hot tub and tennis courts. Easy access to all major routes. 1 pet ok. A true gem!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$304,900
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Spacious Waltham Townhouse! Back Deck, Multi-Level Living Area, Off Street Parking! HomePath Property! Purchase this property for as little as 3 percent down! Qualifies for HomePath Mortgage Financing & HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing! All offers are contingent upon receipt of a fully executed & mutually acceptable P&S agreement including any and all of the seller addendums.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$419,900
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UNSPOILED CHARM! CAPTIVATING OVERSIZED FULL DORMERED CAPE in the HEART of the HIGHLY DESIRABLE CEDARWOOD COMMUNITY featuring huge front to back fireplaced livingroom with crown moldings, formal diningroom with french doors, 3 sizeable 2nd floor bedrooms, tile baths, nice level rear yard with shed, garage, and more! Boston Magazine's Top Ranked Neighborhood!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$369,900
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SPECTACULAR TOP QUALITY COMPLETE GUT RENOVATION TOWNHOUSE featuring gorgeous open floor plan, stunning NEW gourmet granite island kitchen with tray ceilings & every stainless steel appliance, NEW designer tile baths, Roof Top Deck, skylit 3rd floor, finished basement familyrooom, charming crown moldings,1st flr laundry, NEW hdwd flrs, NEW heat system, NEW Central A/C, NEW windows, NEW Lifetime roof, NEW plumbing, NEW electric, NEW siding, sound insulation, 3 car parking. Convenient to Everything
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$339,999
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Enjoy easy living in this great commuter location in a serene setting at Stoneridge Estates! Spacious townhouse has an updated kitchen with granite counters and new appliances. Living room with fireplace leads to a private, sunfilled deck which is a short walk to the pool. Both bedrooms upstairs each have an attached full bath and the 3rd floor loft with skylights can either be used as an office, playroom or 3rd bedroom. Plenty of closets throughout and ample storage space in the basement.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$359,000
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Great 2 Family! In Great Shape! Calling 1st time investors or owner occupants, quiet street close to parks & shops, 1st floor unit with lead certs, large 1 plus bedroom, eat in kitchen, office and large living room, 2nd floor unit with many updates, charming 1 bedroom, newer carpet & paint, eat in kitchen, living room, bedroom and large bath, good closet space, large dry basement and great back yard, separate systems in good shape, priced to sell!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$339,900
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Large Colonial on the Historic South Side of Waltham. Steps to Riverwalk and the Waltham Watch Factory. Two blocks from the popular Moody St. Open Floor Plan with High Ceilings. Large Living Room, Dining Room and E-I-K all, with Gleaming Hardwood Floors. Updated Bath with Ceramic Tile and Sliders that lead to the Deck, overlooking the private Fenced in Yard. Three good sized Bedrooms on the 2nd Floor with a Full Bath. Partially Finished Bsmt. with Full Bath and Laundry. OH Sunday 5/20 12-2.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$459,000
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Second floor corner unit with great views in desirable Wellington Crossing surrounded by conservation land. The stunning open and bright layout includes 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a den. Luxurious finishes include granite countertops, crown molding, wood floors in kitchen, living room, dining room and den. Master bath with jacuzzi tub, shower, and walk in closet. Laundry/storage utility room. Pet friendly.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$285,000
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Sunny and Spacious 2 Bed, 1 Bath Condo in Prime Waltham Location!!! Large Open Floor Plan with Maple Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Breakfast Bar, Stainless Steel Appliances, Hardwood Flooring, In-Unit Laundry, Central A/C, Ample Storage and Deeded Two-Car Off-Street Parking!!! Convenient to Shops, Restaurants, Public Transportation, Mass Pike and Routes 128/95.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$419,000
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Newer solid frame construction Town Home in desirable Cedarwood on Weston line.Open floor plan leads to a stunning & efficient kitchen featuring birch cabinets, stainless appliances, beautiful granite counters & island bar. Gleaming hardwood floors, gas fireplaced livrm, crown molding, ceramic tile baths, 2nd floor laundry, 3rd floor master suite with bath, designer decor, A/C, lots of storage, private mahogany deck, near public transpotration, restaurants, shopping, easy access Rte 95 & MAPike
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$369,900
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Location is great, exterior needs love! Near Brandeis, Moody St., Train Stations and low maintenance yard. Great opportunity to own 2 townhouse style units with 4 bedrooms in each unit vacant for owner occupants and ease of showing. Kitchens are modern, bathrooms have been updated and owner says Sell!!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$439,000
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"Warm and Inviting" are the perfect words to describe this 3 bed/2.5 bath Townhouse with 3 off street parking spaces! Built in 2005, this condo has it all and defines "pride of ownership" with meticulous maintainenance and tastefulupgrades. You will love the convenience of pulling into your garage and walking up stairs to your open concept Townhouse. The pictures say it all! Central location adjacent to Lowell field, minutes from shops, restaurants, I-90, public transit, bike paths and more
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