440 Forest St, Waltham MA 02452

Waltham, MA 02452
$720,000
Est. $3,832/month
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,855
Sq Ft
$388
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1940
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
42
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73381021

About this home

Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom Cape in Waltham’s desirable Bentley University area! This home is ideally located near Beaver Brook Reservation, Hillcroft Playground, Veterans Field, and the brand new 200 Trapelo Road, including a playground, spray park, mini golf, sledding hill, and more! The main level features a sun-filled living room, a separate dining room, and a kitchen with granite countertops, along with two good size bedrooms and a full bathroom. Two additional bedrooms are located upstairs. The finished lower level provides bonus living space. Step outside to enjoy a newer composite deck overlooking a large fenced-in yard with a new shed and gravel pad. Additional updates include a front walkway with new pavers, refreshed landscaping, a newer hot water heater, updated electrical, sump pump, Nest thermostat, and a new dishwasher. Don’t miss this wonderful home!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $775,000
Final Sale Price: $720,000
Difference: $55,000 (-7.1%)
Performance Metrics
92.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
42
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $418
Sale $/sq ft: $388
This property sold for $388 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.1% below the original asking price.

The property spent 42 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,855 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer
Basement Details
Finished

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Deck - Composite, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Composite
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.13 acres
Lot Size
5,571 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1300
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$6,622
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$674,300
Parcel Number
M:035 B:004 L:0002,831625
Zoning
1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Exclusions
Washer

Location

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Neighborhood

440 Forest St, Waltham MA 02452

Waltham, MA 02452

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Northeast
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Kennedy
Rating information coming soon
High School
Waltham
Rating information coming soon

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $552
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

4%
Price Range
45
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 15, 2025
$720,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 45
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Listed for Sale
May 28, 2025
$749,900
Original listing
Agent: William Shao Office: RE/MAX Executive Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 28, 2025 New Listing Added $749,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
42 days
Price per Sq Ft
$388

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,622 $674,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,622
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$674,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent William Shao
Listing Office RE/MAX Executive Realty
Agent MLS ID BB954294
Office MLS ID AN5210

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