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81 Princeton Ave, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451 • Lakeview
$699,000
Est. $4,167/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,366
Sq Ft
$512
Price/Sq Ft
0.08
Acres
1960
Year Built
9 hours 7 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Apr 27, 2026 • MLS# 73507692 Copied!

About this home

Welcome to this charming ranch in the very desirable Lakeview neighborhood. Here you will find a perfect blend of commuter convenience and neighborhood comfort. Sunlight fills the kitchen and living room, creating a warm welcome the moment you step inside. New HVAC with heat pump and central AC. Enjoy the cozy back porch and patio sitting area in a fenced-in level backyard. Basement offers tremendous potential—ready for finishing, expansion, storage, or workshop space. One block from Hardy Pond and Lazzazero park with a splash pad. Near Douglas MacArthur Elementary, Kennedy Middle School, and the new Waltham High School. Minutes from I95, Rte 2, and bus route. Convenient Off-street parking and a very pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. Move-in ready, with opportunities to bring your vision to life. Showings start at the first open house this Friday, May 1st.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,366 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1960
Living Area 1,366 sq ft
Lot Size 0.08 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $5,185
Assessed Value $528,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1960
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

Lakeview

81 Princeton Ave, 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

10 schools
Our Lady's Academy
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
0.8 mi
Grades 02-12
The Lumen Academy
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
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
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
Northeast Elementary School
1.0 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+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.4 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+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
2.3 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
B-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
2.5 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
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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.5 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
1.7 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
Waltham Valor High School
0.9 mi
49 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.1 mi
Grades 09-12
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.5 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
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.5 mi
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 27, 2026
$699,000
Original listing
Agent: M.C. Stewart Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford
Previous Transaction - MLS #72642386
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 14, 2020
$420,000
MLS #72642386

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 27, 2026 New Listing Added $699,000
Aug 14, 2020 Sold $420,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
9 hours 7 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$512

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,185 $528,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,185
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$528,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent M.C. Stewart
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford
Agent MLS ID CN216982
Office MLS ID AN6242
Listing Data Updated Apr 27, 2026 7:39 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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