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79 Alder Street # 2, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453
$565,000
Est. $3,671/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,420
Sq Ft
$398
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 19, 2021 • MLS# 72834353 Copied!

About this home

Beautiful top floor townhome in highly desirable south end near Newton Line! Featuring updated bathrooms, granite countertops, stainless kitchen appliances and central AC. Sun filled dining room, huge cathedral living room, spacious master bedroom, office, and gleaming hardwood flooring. In-unit laundry, ample storage, relaxing deck, two car deeded parking and more! Walk to popular Moody Street restaurants, shops, and public transportation! 1 block to the new Gilmore Playground with fountain and benches, basketball court, amazing kids playground, picnic tables and workout area. Easy access to all major routes!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,420 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $549,000
Final Sale Price: $565,000
Difference: +$16,000 (+2.9%)
Performance Metrics
102.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $387
Sale $/sq ft: $398
This property sold for $398 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$398/sq ft
Area Average
$296/sq ft
Difference
+34.4%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,420 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Second Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Composite, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite, Patio

Parking

Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $5,093
Assessed Value $449,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 2007
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

79 Alder Street # 2, 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
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Our Lady's Academy
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
0.3 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
0.9 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
1.2 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
1.6 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
2.7 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
1.1 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
1.1 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
1.5 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
2.3 mi
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73512016
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
May 4, 2026
$3,600
MLS #73512016 - Active
Sold
Jun 28, 2021
$565,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
May 19, 2021
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Elizabeth P. Crampton Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 4, 2026 Sold $3,600
May 19, 2021 New Listing Added $549,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$398

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $5,093 $449,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,093
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$190
Monthly
Assessed Value
$449,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elizabeth P. Crampton
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Agent MLS ID BB982654
Office MLS ID AN6216
Listing Data Updated Jun 28, 2021 2:33 PM 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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