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61 Columbus Ave, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451
$800,000
Est. $4,880/month
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,534
Sq Ft
$316
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
1890
Year Built
28
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 30, 2025 • MLS# 73330903 Copied!

About this home

Charming Colonial in Waltham is awaiting a new owner to write its next chapter. With over 2,500 square feet of living space, this home features 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a huge finished attic.The first floor, bathed in natural light, boasts a living room with a fireplace, a large dining room perfect for gatherings, and a separate parlor room offering additional flexible space. Wood floors and warm wood-paneled walls add to the inviting charm. The second floor has 4 bedrooms, providing ample space for families and/or home offices. Let your imagination run wild in the attic! It could be a playroom, home gym, family room. Enjoy a private backyard ideal for relaxation. Close proximity to a bike path for fun and recreation and Main Street's vibrant shops, dining, and amenities. Classic charm meets endless potential! A must-see!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,534 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $829,000
Final Sale Price: $800,000
Difference: $29,000 (-3.5%)
Performance Metrics
96.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
28
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $327
Sale $/sq ft: $316
This property sold for $316 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.5% below the original asking price.

With only 28 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1890
Living Area 2,534 sq ft
Lot Size 0.14 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Sitting Room, Center Hall, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $7,613
Assessed Value $789,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Sitting Room, Center Hall, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement: Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping

Location

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Neighborhood

61 Columbus Ave, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451

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Nearby Schools

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
Milestones Day School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
The Lumen Academy
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Our Lady's Academy
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
0.4 mi | #303 of 824 | Score: 50.8
Improved 344 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
357 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
0.8 mi | #420 of 824 | Score: 47.2
Improved 49 spots from last year
-11.1 below state avg
381 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
1.4 mi | #357 of 824 | Score: 49.0
Improved 144 spots from last year
-9.2 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
B-
Dual Language School
1.5 mi | #433 of 824 | Score: 46.6
Dropped 101 spots from last year
-11.6 below state avg
222 students Moderate
Grades K-05
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
1.8 mi | #185 of 824 | Score: 55.9
Improved 213 spots from last year
-2.3 below state avg
475 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
2.0 mi | #270 of 824 | Score: 51.8
Improved 2 spots from last year
-6.4 below state avg
350 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B
Northeast Elementary School
2.1 mi | #352 of 824 | Score: 49.1
Improved 255 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
527 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
0.7 mi | #94 of 352 | Score: 50.3
Improved 34 spots from last year
-7.9 below state avg
635 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
0.8 mi | #160 of 352 | Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
618 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
B-
Waltham Senior High School
0.7 mi | #179 of 346 | Score: 53.0
Improved 59 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
1,791 students Diverse
21 sports • 1,802 athletes
Early College Program Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.0 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.5 mi
49 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
2.2 mi
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

3.5%
Price Range
34
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Mar 21, 2025
$800,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 34
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Listed for Sale
Jan 30, 2025
$829,000
Original listing
Agent: O'Connor & Highland Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 30, 2025 New Listing Added $829,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
28 days
Price per Sq Ft
$316

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,613 $789,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,613
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$789,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent O'Connor & Highland
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Agent MLS ID TM300863
Office MLS ID BB5522
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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