296 College Farm Rd, Waltham MA 02451
Waltham, MA 02451
$781,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$734,700
Final Sale Price:
$781,000
Difference:
+$46,300 (+6.3%)
Performance Metrics
106.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$260
Sale $/sq ft:
$276
This property sold for $276 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$276/sq ft
Area Average
$330/sq ft
Difference
16.5%
This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Pristine 2007 Custom Built Home with an ideal blend of Classic Elegance and a Contemporary Floor Plan. The main level features an open concept Living, Dining room and Kitchen w/Cherry Cabinets-Granite Counters-Double Ovens-SS Appliances-Center Island & French Door leading to a deck with Summertime views of Treetops. Also on this level is the Master Bedroom with an On-Suite Bath & Walk-in Closet plus two Bedrooms & a Bathroom. The lower level offers lots of windows for natural light, an Office, 3/4Bath, Mudroom, Bedroom, Laundry, 1/2 bath as well as a Family Room with Wet Bar and access to a covered Patio & Yard. Other features include a Fireplace, Hardwood & Marble Flooring, 8’6” High Ceilings, C/A, Security System, Recess Lighting, ready to connect Speaker System, Walk-up Attic & 2-Car Garage with direct entry. Located in the desirable MacArthur Elementary School District, this move-in ready home offers an ideal layout with the option for One Floor or Multi-Generation Family Living!
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Property History
Market Insights
99.2%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73531897
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jun 8, 2026
$6,500
MLS #73531897 - Active
Sold
Jul 14, 2017
$781,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
Listed for Sale
Apr 20, 2017
$734,700
Original listing
Agent: Christina Perdiki-Lord
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/08/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $6,500 | - | - | MLS #73531897 - Active |
| 07/14/2017 | ✓ Sold | $781,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/20/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $734,700 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $4,477 | $467,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,477
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$467,600
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2007
Living Area
2,830 sq ft
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
10
Interior
Heating
Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry
Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Office, Mud Room, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Wired For Sound
Exterior
Construction
Frame, Stone
Architecture
Raised Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Deck, Covered
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop In Garage, Off Street
Total Spaces
8
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,477
Assessed Value
$467,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
See Attached Sellers Disclosure & Plot Plan. Lot Line On The Right Side Of The House Extends Beyond The Fence. Taxes Reflect Owner Occupied Exemption.
Exclusions
Master Bedroom Window Treatments. Living & Dining Room Window Treatments Are Negotiable.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Beige
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Includes Both Levels but not 572sf of Garage space.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
15 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2007
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,830 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Room Details
First Floor
Bedroom3
12 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom2
13 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Basement Floor
Bedroom4
13 x 11
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Laminate
Bathroom3
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Office
12 x 6
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Family Room
18 x 11
Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Wet Bar, Exterior Access
Other Floor
Bedroom5
Master Bathroom
Yes
Main,First Floor
Bathroom1
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bidet
Dining Room
13 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
Kitchen
15 x 13
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble
Living Room
20 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Master Bedroom
16 x 14
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Double Vanity
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Office, Mud Room, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Wired for Sound
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry:
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Security System
Construction & Materials
Style:
Raised Ranch
Year Built:
2007
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame, Stone
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
6
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Covered
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Easements, Steep Slope
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Parking Features:
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public School
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
0.6 mi
Grades 02-12
Our Lady's Academy
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
The Lumen Academy
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
0.4 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-
Dual Language School
0.9 mi
|
#433 of 824
|
Score: 46.6
Dropped 101 spots from last year
-11.6 below state avg
222 students
Moderate
Grades K-05
B
Northeast Elementary School
1.1 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
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.3 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+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
2.3 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-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
2.3 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
2.6 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
Middle Schools
2 schools
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.3 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
1.6 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
Waltham Valor High School
0.9 mi
49 students
Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
0.9 mi
Grades 09-12
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.3 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
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.6 mi
Grades 09-12
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296 College Farm Rd, Waltham MA 02451
Waltham, MA 02451
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
BB902902
Office MLS ID
BB9700
Listing Data Updated
Jul 14, 2017 3:45 PM 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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