42 Brookfield Rd, Waltham MA 02452

Waltham, MA 02452
$866,900
Est. $4,614/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,316
Sq Ft
$659
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1921
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73366509

About this home

An outdoor enthusiast’s dream in a prime Waltham location! 42 Brookfield Rd offers the perfect blend of nature and convenience—with fruit trees/bushes and lush green space right in your own yard, and close to Beaverbrook Reservation and acres of conservation land. This charming 3-bed, 1.5-bath home is filled with natural light and features an enclosed porch, living room, dining room with built-ins, a spacious eat-in kitchen, mudroom, and half bath on the first floor. Upstairs, find three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath. The partially finished basement offers great potential for bonus space and plenty of storage. Less than 0.5 miles to Waverley Square’s commuter rail, shops, and restaurants, and under 1.5 miles to Belmont Center. A rare opportunity to enjoy indoor comfort and outdoor beauty in one of the area’s most connected neighborhoods.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $779,000
Final Sale Price: $866,900
Difference: +$87,900 (+11.3%)
Performance Metrics
111.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $592
Sale $/sq ft: $659
This property sold for $659 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1921
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,316 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Lighting - Overhead, Mud Room, Foyer
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Window Features
Screens

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fruit Trees
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.15 acres
Lot Size
6,634 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1500
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Security Features
Security System
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$6,743
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$686,700
Parcel Number
M:046 B:005 L:0002,832944
Zoning
1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No

Location

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Neighborhood

42 Brookfield Rd, Waltham MA 02452

Waltham, MA 02452

Walkability

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Schools

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $562
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

10.1%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 3, 2025
$866,900
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2025
$779,000
Original listing
Agent: Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2025 New Listing Added $779,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$659

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,743 $686,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,743
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$686,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM336360
Office MLS ID AN6101

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