153 Bright Street # 1, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453
$584,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,138
Sq Ft
$513
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
2
Parking
12
Days on Market
Sold 2021 Listed Jun 8, 2021 • MLS# 72845150 Copied! • Updated Jul 28, 2021

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $525,000
Final Sale Price: $584,000
Difference: +$59,000 (+11.2%)
Performance Metrics
111.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $461
Sale $/sq ft: $513
This property sold for $513 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

This 2+ bed / 1.5 bath direct-entry home w/ AC & 2 PKG is a rare opportunity for the discerning buyer. Featuring an excellent floor plan w/ no wasted space and 1100+ sqft on one level plus an add'tl 500+ sqft of direct, private BONUS space in the lower level. A sunny, south-facing living room w/ adjoining dining room feat. crown molding & elegant lighting - make this perfect for those who WFH, entertain or like to host. Your kitchen offers ample cabinet storage, s/s appliances, wine fridge & granite counters w/ easy outdoor access for grilling. Two equal-sized beds - one w/ a new shiplap wall - adding texture & charm in an already warm & inviting bedroom space. You'll be grateful for an extra half bath, the full has tub w/ tiled surround & in-unit w/d. Hardwood throughout, newer central air, newer windows, gas cooking make this a smart buy. Close to Waltham/Watertown line, commuter rail, Moody St's shops/restaurants, & Charles River Greenway. Watch video: https://youtu.be/snjd_HZ3-Fk

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

10.1%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73593381
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 21, 2026
$580,000
MLS #73593381 - Active
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Sold
Jul 27, 2021
$584,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Jun 8, 2021
$525,000
Original listing
Agent: The Rasner Group Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $2,415 $443,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,415
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$237
Monthly
Assessed Value
$443,800

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,138 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
Features Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Porch, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Features Off Street, Assigned, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $2,415
Assessed Value $443,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $237 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 4
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures 2 Fogged Windows; Taxes Included The Residential Exemption.
Exclusions Blinds Included (Not Included Curtains Or Hardware). Ask About Tv / Mount.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures does NOT include private lower level space
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans (5)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 15 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,138 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Bonus Room
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2014
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Garden
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved
School District
Waltham School District local
B+
✓ School Safety 2024-25
2.3% Average
2.2% Suspensions 1.4% In-School 0.1% Emergency
↓ 3.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
The Lumen Academy
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Our Lady's Academy
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
0.6 mi | #352 of 825 | Score: 48.9
Improved 149 spots from last year
-9.3 below state avg
355 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
B+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
1.0 mi | #265 of 825 | Score: 51.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.2 mi | #304 of 825 | Score: 50.7
Improved 343 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
335 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B
William F. Stanley Elementary School
1.4 mi | #412 of 825 | Score: 47.4
Improved 57 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
396 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Dual Language School
1.5 mi | #410 of 825 | Score: 47.5
Dropped 78 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
219 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B
Northeast Elementary School
2.1 mi | #345 of 825 | Score: 49.1
Improved 262 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.5 mi | #174 of 825 | Score: 56.1
Improved 224 spots from last year
-2.1 below state avg
515 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
0.7 mi | #160 of 352 | Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
604 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
0.9 mi | #95 of 352 | Score: 50.3
Improved 33 spots from last year
-8 below state avg
645 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
B-
Waltham Senior High School
0.9 mi | #181 of 346 | Score: 53.6
Improved 57 spots from last year
-4.6 below state avg
1,784 students Diverse
21 sports • 1,802 athletes
Strong AP Program Early College Program Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.5 mi
47 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.7 mi
Grades 09-12
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153 Bright Street # 1, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Rasner Group
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Office Phone 617-497-8900
Agent MLS ID TM313812
Office MLS ID BB5474
Listing Data Updated Jul 28, 2021 10:09 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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