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Waltham 02451 Highlands
40 Galen St
$460,000
● House - Off Market

40 Galen St

Waltham, MA 02451
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
1 Bath, 1 Half Bath
square feet
1,693 Ft²
$768,134
RealtyHop Estimate
71.50%
Since Apr 1, 2016
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

MAKE THE DISCOVERY...Beauty, warmth and value best describe this 3BR Colonial nestled in the Waltham Highlands. Home boasts natural woodwork and refinished hardwood floors throughout. Owners have done many updates such as, remodeled granite Kitchen, 2nd floor full bath, 1st floor half bath added, finished lower level family/playroom with new windows, new furnace, 200 amp electric, new roof and so much more. Location is convenient to all major routes, offers nearby public transportation , school, park and conservation land  - perfect for outdoor activities! Plenty of yard with patio area and a new shed for additional storage. Room to grow, home is situated on the lot offering potential expansion possibilities. Winning combination  - move in ready home in a fantastic location!
Unit Size
1,693 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.17 acres
Price per sqft
$265
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$361
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1920

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Last updated: 6 months ago (MLSPIN #71948697)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 3, 2021 Sold
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Jul 13, 2021 Listed by RE/MAX On the Charles $629,000
Listed by RE/MAX On the Charles
Mar 14, 2016 Sold
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Jan 14, 2016 Listed by RE/MAX On the Charles $447,900
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Mar 17, 2006 Sold
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Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Effective Year Built: 1920
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 19
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 3
  • Basement Area: 576
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7,253
  • Total Building Area: 1,728
  • Gross Building Area: 2,008
  • Building Area: 1,728
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 16
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,728
  • Heating Fuel Type: 6

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000167
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Waltham School District
  • School Tax School District: WALTHAM SD
  • Census Tract: 368200

Zoning

  • Zoning: 1

Geography

  • Account Number: 43973
  • Parcel: WALT M:050 B:017 L:0008
  • Block: 17
  • Lot: 8
  • Municipality: WALTHAM
  • Latitude: 42.3848
  • Longitude: -71.2477

    Address

  • Full Address: 40 Galen St
  • Address - House Number: 40
  • Address - Street Name: Galen
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Waltham
  • Carrier Code: C014
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3717
  • Zip Code: 02451

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $669,100

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1741
  • Valuation Date: Feb 07, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 77
  • Final Value: 765,430
  • High Value: 898,696
  • Low Value: 632,164

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $694,100
  • Assessed Land Value: $402,300
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $291,800

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Sep 03, 2021
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Sep 03, 2021
  • Current Sale Price:
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  • Current Sale Document Type: O
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 197774
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Mar 14, 2016
  • Previous Sale Amount: $460,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: O
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About Highlands

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$829,900

Sale Price/ft²

$513

Below Asking

0.01%

Average Days on Market

46

Average Home Size

1507 ft²

Average Home Age

96.5 years

Currently For Sale

4 Listings
Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Nearby Rentals

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$3,670 /mo

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  • 2 Baths
  • 1,213 ft²
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Unit for rent at 237 Moody St., Waltham, MA, 02453

$3,495 /mo

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,246 ft²
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Last Updated: 6 months ago
Data Source: MLS PIN, MLS# 71948697

Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 40 Galen Street built and last sold?
The property at 40 Galen Street was built in 1920 and last sold on Sep 3, 2021 for $629,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 40 Galen Street is $640,110.
What are some comparable homes to 40 Galen Street?
There are currently no comparable homes to 40 Galen Street.
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