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249 Lake St, Waltham, MA

Waltham · MA 02451

$465,000
Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Baths
792
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1940
Lot size: 3,196 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $631 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

Sale summary

Days on market
67 days
Sold price
$465,000
Asking price
$499,900
Below asking
$34,900 (7.0%)
Sold price / sq ft
$587
Tax assessment
$473,700 in 2025
Taxes
$142 / Monthly

About this home

This charming home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a versatile bonus room ideal for a den or home office. Owned and lovingly cared for by the same family for over 60 years, the property is located at 249 Lake Street in the vibrant city of Waltham. Featuring enduring character and solid bones, this home is ideal as a starter property or for those looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort or functionality. Natural light fills the living areas, creating a warm and inviting space for everyday living. Enjoy the benefits of low taxes, the highly desirable MacArthur School District, and a convenient location just three minutes from the highway. Just steps away, a nearby recreational park offers a basketball court, playground, water park, baseball fields, and a walking path. Hardy Pond is also within walking distance, providing opportunities for fishing, boating, skating, and scenic enjoyment for nature lovers. Don?t miss the opportunity to own a great home in a prime location!

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
792 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Primary Bedroom
Unknown
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
5
Above grade area
792
Flooring
Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Unit Control
Heating Zone
1
Cooling
Individual
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
3,196 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot, Paved Drive, Easements, Shared Drive, Fenced/Enclosed, Level
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Paved Driveway, On Street Without Permit

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Vinyl
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Listing information

Listing agent
John McCue
Listing office
Unlock Real Estate
MLS PIN #
73428406
Disclosure
List Agent is related to seller. Easement on driveway for 245 Lake Street. Maintenance is shared with neighbor. Some photos are virtually staged.

Neighborhood & Transit

Lakeview

249 Lake St, Waltham · MA 02451

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.