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79 Francis St # 1, Waltham MA 02451
Waltham, MA 02451
$492,000
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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 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$284/sq ft
Area Median
$489/sq ft
Difference
41.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
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 History
Market Insights
10.9%
Price Range
57
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #72379407
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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
Listed for Sale
May 19, 2016
$489,000
Original listing
Agent: Patricia Reilly
Office: RE/MAX Destiny
Listed for Sale
May 19, 2016
$489,000
Original listing
Agent: Patricia Reilly
Office: RE/MAX Destiny
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2018 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $549,000 | - | - | MLS #72379407 |
| 07/14/2016 | ✓ Sold | $492,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/14/2016 | ✓ Sold | $492,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/19/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $489,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 05/19/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $489,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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
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
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$125 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
2
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse","Half-Duplex","2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed (2)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
57 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
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
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
LevelThird
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
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
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
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
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
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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79 Francis St # 1, Waltham MA 02451
Waltham, MA 02451
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Patricia Reilly
Listing Office
RE/MAX Destiny
Office Phone
617-576-3800
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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