74 Harvard St, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453
$2,100,000
$1,899,000
Est. $10,882/month
Open House Schedule
09
Aug
Sunday, August 9
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
About this home
Excellent investment opportunity in the heart of Waltham!! First time for sale in over 35 years! This low maintenance brick building consists of 6 apartment units. Five 1- bedrooms / 1 bathroom apartments, and One studio apartment / 1 bathroom. Rental income $122k+/- yearly. Current rents are below market, could potentially be increased. Leases are Tenancy-At-Will The units are separately metered for electricity, electric heat, and electric hot water, which are paid directly by the tenants, with Landlord responsible for common area electric and domestic water and sewer. Coin-operated washer and dryer brings in extra income. The Property is ideal for a potential buyer looking for income growth and strong investment returns. Close proximity to Main Street, Waltham Common, the MBTA Commuter Rail, and Moody Street’s desirable restaurants and shopping. GROUP SHOWINGS ONLY, after Open House on Saturday 3/28 from 12:00 – 1:30pm.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
9.6%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 31, 2026
$1,899,000
$100,000
(-5%)
From $1,999,000 to $1,899,000 (-5.0%)
Price Reduced
May 27, 2026
$1,999,000
$101,000
(-4.81%)
From $2,100,000 to $1,999,000 (-4.8%)
Listed for Sale
Mar 25, 2026
$2,100,000
Original listing
Agent: Cheryle West
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,899,000 | $100,000 | - | From $1,999,000 to $1,899,000 (-5.0%) |
| 05/27/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,999,000 | $101,000 | - | From $2,100,000 to $1,999,000 (-4.8%) |
| 03/25/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,100,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,960 | $1,319,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$12,960
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,319,800
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
5-9 Family
Year Built
1970
Living Area
3,964 sq ft
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
6
Total Rooms
16
Investment Metrics
Units
6
Unit 1 Rent
$1,600/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
$1,700/mo · Y
Unit 3 Rent
$1,700/mo · Y
Unit 4 Rent
$1,700/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent
$6,700/mo
Gross Income
$102,456
Net Operating Income
$96,256
Operating Expenses
$6,200
Water/Sewer Expense
$1,700
Electric Expense
$4,000
Cap Rate
5.07%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$12,960
Assessed Value
$1,319,800
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Two Apartments Available To View, Others (which Are Similar) Will Be Available To See With An Accepted Offer. Seller Has Never Occupied Property.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Public record states 6 bedrooms. One unit is a studio apartment.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
132 days
Property Overview
Property Type
5-9 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1970
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
6
Living Area
3,964 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Stories
5
Levels
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,964 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1970
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Other
Stories:
5
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
The Lumen Academy
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
1.6 mi
Grades 02-12
Our Lady's Academy
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
0.6 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-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
0.6 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
0.9 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-
Dual Language School
1.6 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+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
1.8 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
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.1 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
Northeast Elementary School
2.2 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
Middle Schools
2 schools
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
0.6 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
0.7 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
High Schools
4 schools
B-
Waltham Senior High School
0.7 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
1.1 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.6 mi
49 students
Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
2.1 mi
Grades 09-12
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74 Harvard St, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Cheryle West
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Office Phone
781-893-0808
Agent MLS ID
CN215433
Office MLS ID
AN6239
Listing Data Updated
Aug 4, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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