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144 Alder St, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453
$740,000
Est. $4,411/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,422
Sq Ft
$520
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1900
Year Built
16 hours 40 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Apr 29, 2026 • MLS# 73509357 Copied!

About this home

Highly desirable South Side location! This charming three-bedroom colonial puts everything Waltham has to offer right at your fingertips. The first floor features a spacious living room, dining room, and a renovated kitchen. A half bath with first-floor laundry adds everyday ease, while a bright three-season porch offers flexible living space. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, a full bath, and a generously sized hallway with space for a home office or reading nook. The unfinished basement provides ample storage. Additional highlights include central air and hardwood floors. Enjoy a well-kept, low-maintenance outdoor area—perfect for backyard dining and entertaining! The driveway offers two side-by-side parking spaces. Steps to Moody Street for dining, shopping, & entertainment. Located near schools, coveted playgrounds, splash parks, & bike paths. Easy access to the Commuter Rail, bus routes, I-95, and the MA Pike. This move-in-ready home combines character, comfort & convenience.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,422 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Open House Schedule

03
May
Sunday, May 3
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
02
May
Saturday, May 2
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,422 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features Mud Room, Office

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $5,626
Assessed Value $572,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Mud Room, Office
Windows:
Basement: Full, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

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

Location

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Neighborhood

144 Alder St, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453

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
The Lumen Academy
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.3 mi
Grades 02-12
Our Lady's Academy
3.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
0.1 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
1.1 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
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.3 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
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
B-
Dual Language School
1.9 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
2.6 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
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.8 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
0.9 mi | #160 of 352 | Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
618 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.2 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.2 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
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.6 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.9 mi
49 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
2.2 mi
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 29, 2026
$740,000
Original listing
Agent: Chris Kostopoulos Group Office: Keller Williams Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72624021
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 4, 2020
$576,000
MLS #72624021

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 29, 2026 New Listing Added $740,000
May 4, 2020 Sold $576,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
16 hours 40 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$520

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,626 $572,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,626
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$572,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Chris Kostopoulos Group
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty
Agent MLS ID TM324783
Office MLS ID BB5962
Listing Data Updated Apr 30, 2026 3:30 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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