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79 Francis St # 1, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451
$492,000
Est. $3,093/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,733
Sq Ft
$284
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 19, 2016 • MLS# 72008341 Copied!

About this home

Beautiful town house with 2 parking spaces and a private deck! This home features a chef’s kitchen with gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and a kitchen island/breakfast bar. The main living level offers a spacious open floor plan with recessed lighting and hardwood floors. Two well proportioned bedrooms and a full bath on the second floor. Private suite on the third floor with 3/4 bath, cathedral ceilings and double skylights. Utilities include gas heating system , tankless hot water heater and central air conditioning. Easy commuting access to Route 128, Route 2 and the Mass Pike. Our location is within +/-1.4 miles of Bentley University or +/- 1.6 miles to Brandeis University. Walk to commuter rail, restaurants, shops, & parks. Pet friendly association.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,733 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $489,000
Final Sale Price: $492,000
Difference: +$3,000 (+0.6%)
Performance Metrics
100.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $282
Sale $/sq ft: $284
This property sold for $284 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$284/sq ft
Area Average
$65/sq ft
Difference
+339.9%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,733 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

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

Exterior

Construction Frame, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Deck, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Patio

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned, Paved, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $3,363
Assessed Value $360,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 2010
Structure Type: Townhouse, Half-Duplex, 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame, Stone
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved, Exclusive Parking

Location

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Neighborhood

79 Francis St # 1, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451

Walkability

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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
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Our Lady's Academy
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
0.3 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
0.9 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
1.3 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
1.3 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
1.8 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
2.0 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
0.5 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
0.6 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
0.5 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
0.8 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.3 mi
49 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
2.0 mi
Grades 09-12
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Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $125/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

99.3%
Price Range
57
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73544550
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 3, 2026
$4,000
MLS #73544550 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72379407
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Oct 22, 2018
$549,000
MLS #72379407
Sold
Jul 14, 2016
$492,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 57
Sold
Jul 14, 2016
$492,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 57
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Listed for Sale
May 19, 2016
$489,000
Original listing
Agent: Patricia Reilly Office: RE/MAX Destiny
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Listed for Sale
May 19, 2016
$489,000
Original listing
Agent: Patricia Reilly Office: RE/MAX Destiny

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 3, 2026 Sold $4,000
Oct 22, 2018 Sold $549,000
May 19, 2016 New Listing Added $489,000
May 19, 2016 New Listing Added $489,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$284

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $3,363 $360,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,363
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$125
Monthly
Assessed Value
$360,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Patricia Reilly
Agent MLS ID BB801934
Office MLS ID BB9927
Listing Data Updated Jul 17, 2016 10:53 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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