78 Prentice St, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451 • Highlands
$865,000
Est. $4,604/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,129
Sq Ft
$406
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1954
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
11
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73228495

About this home

Desirable Highlands New England Cape! This fabulous home offers super convenient location as well as being in great condition. Enlarged stainless and granite enlarged kitchen has a vaulted ceiling as well as sliders to the patio and backyard. Brand new oak hardwood floors were just installed in kitchen, all others just refinished on first floor. High efficiency mini-splits provide year round comfort. Lower level has additional usable space for playroom, exercise or family room, etc. Come see for yourself at either OH this Saturday 1 to 3 and Sunday 1 to 3.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $769,900
Final Sale Price: $865,000
Difference: +$95,100 (+12.4%)
Performance Metrics
112.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $362
Sale $/sq ft: $406
This property sold for $406 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 11 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
1954
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,129 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Parquet
Heating
Baseboard, Oil, Ductless
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features
Home Office
Laundry Features
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Door Features
Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.13 acres
Lot Size
5,506 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1300
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Wooded
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

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

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$6,985
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$676,800
Parcel Number
M:049 B:010 L:0004,833304
Zoning
1

Additional Details

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

Location

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Neighborhood

Highlands

78 Prentice St, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $582
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

11%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 23, 2024
$865,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Apr 25, 2024
$769,900
Original listing
Agent: Samuel L. Webb II Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Sudbury

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 25, 2024 New Listing Added $769,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
11 days
Price per Sq Ft
$406

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $6,985 $676,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,985
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$676,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Samuel L. Webb II
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Sudbury
Agent MLS ID BB300209
Office MLS ID AN6236

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