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243 Lake St # 1, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451
$273,500
Est. $2,089/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
489
Sq Ft
$559
Price/Sq Ft
1970
Year Built
24
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 15, 2024 • MLS# 73278350 Copied!

About this home

Here’s a great opportunity to own a newly renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in Waltham, Massachusetts! This bright and unique unit has it's own private entrance, new flooring, fresh carpet, and new wall-unit air conditioning. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry and ample off-street parking. The location is ideal, with easy access to public transportation, I-95, MA-2, and the Mass Pike, making your commute to downtown Boston a breeze! The HOA covers heat and hot water, pets are welcome, and the building is well-maintained with just 11 units. This condo is perfect as a starter home, for downsizing, or as an income-generating property. The quiet neighborhood is in high demand with plenty of local amenities. Schedule a showing today!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1970
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
489 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $279,900
Final Sale Price: $273,500
Difference: $6,400 (-2.3%)
Performance Metrics
97.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
24
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $572
Sale $/sq ft: $559
This property sold for $559 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.3% below the original asking price.

With only 24 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1970
Living Area 489 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Oil
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Carpet
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street

Utilities

Electric Fuses
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $1,632
Assessed Value $78,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1970
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Oil
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

243 Lake St # 1, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451

Walkability

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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

3 schools
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
0.3 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
Our Lady's Academy
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
0.8 mi
Grades 02-12
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.6 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
1.9 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

3 schools
Waltham Valor High School
1.1 mi
49 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.2 mi
Grades 09-12
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.6 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 Tax $136
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $370/mo
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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
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Property History

Market Insights

3.8%
Price Range
24
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 21, 2024
$273,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 24
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Listed for Sale
Aug 15, 2024
$275,500
Original listing
Agent: Michelle Costello Office: Lyv Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #73203961
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 18, 2024
$265,000
MLS #73203961

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 14, 2026 Sold $1,950
Aug 15, 2024 New Listing Added $275,500
Mar 18, 2024 Sold $265,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
24 days
Price per Sq Ft
$559

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $1,632 $78,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,632
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$370
Per month
Assessed Value
$78,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michelle Costello
Listing Office Lyv Realty
Agent MLS ID CN240313
Office MLS ID AN5767
Listing Data Updated Oct 23, 2024 9:11 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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