54 Bruce Road, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453 • Warrendale
$627,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,700
Sq Ft
$369
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1940
Year Built
1
Garage Space
17
Days on Market
Sold 2020 Listed Jun 20, 2020 • MLS# 72677640 Copied! • Updated Aug 7, 2020

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $589,000
Final Sale Price: $627,000
Difference: +$38,000 (+6.5%)
Performance Metrics
106.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $346
Sale $/sq ft: $369
This property sold for $369 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 17 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
$369/sq ft
Area Median
$326/sq ft
Difference
+13.4%

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

About this home

WARRENDALE LOCALE!! One of Waltham most desirable neighborhoods!! Move-in ready/ many updates. This ADORABLE completely updated Craftsman-Style Bungalow is centrally located on a very quiet street. Hardwood Floors throughout, natural woodwork, and original built-in corner china cabinet in the dining area. The eat-in remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, SS appliances, including gas stove. Sizable bright living room with original woodwork/crown molding and access to the screened front porch. The 549SF finished basement; bonus room has a rubber floor with wine fridge. The 12'x 22' family room may be used for a future bedroom as egress window is in place, with plenty of closet space. The family room currently includes a movie screen for your enjoyment The finished basement also includes a 2nd full bath with washer/dryer, plenty of storage, tile floors for easy care . Off street parking and garage. Enjoy a 3 season front sun porch, relax in the privacy of the fenced in yard.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

28.6%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73590643
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 14, 2026
$825,000
MLS #73590643 - Active
✓
Sold
Aug 6, 2020
$627,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
Jun 20, 2020
$589,000
Original listing
Office: RE/MAX Innovative Properties

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $6,250 $514,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,250
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$514,700

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1940
Living Area 1,700 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Bungalow, Craftsman
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces 5
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $6,250
Assessed Value $514,700
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures main florr is 1188SF, finshed basement is 549SF
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,700 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom
Windows:
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
Year Built: 1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation: Block
Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, 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
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Our Lady's Academy
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.6 mi
Grades 02-12
B+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
0.2 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
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
1.4 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
Dual Language School
1.6 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+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.8 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
Northeast Elementary School
1.9 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
B
William F. Stanley Elementary School
2.3 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
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.8 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
1.3 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
1.5 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
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.5 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
Waltham Valor High School
1.6 mi
47 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.6 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

Warrendale

54 Bruce Road, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453

Listing Information

Listing Office RE/MAX Innovative Properties
Office Phone 603-589-8800
Agent MLS ID CN227564
Office MLS ID AN4913
Listing Data Updated Aug 7, 2020 11:17 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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