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542 Trapelo Road, Waltham MA 02452

Waltham, MA 02452
$580,000
Est. $3,632/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,862
Sq Ft
$311
Price/Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
1958
Year Built
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 6, 2020 • MLS# 72705134 Copied!

About this home

Immaculate, updated Ranch nestled on a level lot, set back off of Trapelo Road - close to Belmont & Lexington lines! Featuring a front porch, beautiful hardwood flooring, open concept living/dining areas, recessed lighting, FRESHLY painted, modern kitchen with new flooring & access to adjoining screened patio & rear yard, den/office, lower level playroom & spacious family room - perfect for gathering, utility room, laundry room, rear patio for relaxing, level lot / yard ideal for entertaining, NEWLY paved driveway, attached garage, ample parking & more! Amenities just around the corner! Easy access to commuter rail, buses & major Routes! Offers, if any, due Wed, 8/12 by 2pm.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SEARS, ZACHARY JAMES
Mailing Address 542 TRAPELO RD., WALTHAM, MA, 02452

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Style RANCH

Tax Information

Assessed Value $712,100

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $461,200 $250,900 $712,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 22, 2020 $580,000 75682/34

Building Permit History

Permit history not yet available for this municipality.

Municipal Context: WALTHAM

Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1958
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,862 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $569,000
Final Sale Price: $580,000
Difference: +$11,000 (+1.9%)
Performance Metrics
101.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $306
Sale $/sq ft: $311
This property sold for $311 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1958
Living Area 1,862 sq ft
Lot Size 0.25 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Den, Play Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $5,986
Assessed Value $500,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Den, Play Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1958
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

542 Trapelo Road, Waltham MA 02452

Waltham, MA 02452

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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
Our Lady's Academy
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
The Lumen Academy
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.1 mi
Grades 02-12
B
Northeast Elementary School
0.5 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-
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+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
1.5 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
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+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
2.0 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
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
2.7 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-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
3.1 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.8 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
1.8 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
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
0.4 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
0.9 mi
49 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.4 mi
Grades 09-12
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.8 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
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Property History

Market Insights

28.8%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73542075
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Currently Listed
Jun 25, 2026
$799,000
MLS #73542075 - Active
Sold
Sep 22, 2020
$580,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Aug 6, 2020
$569,000
Original listing
Agent: Andrea Rizzitano Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Arlington

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 25, 2026 Sold $799,000
Aug 6, 2020 New Listing Added $569,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$311

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $5,986 $500,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,986
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$500,900

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID BB804033
Office MLS ID AN6189
Listing Data Updated Sep 23, 2020 1:27 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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