See Home Value
$570,500
● House - Off Market

56 Summit Street

Waltham, MA 02451
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
2,224 Ft²
$1,037,103
RealtyHop Estimate
75.81%
Since Jan 1, 2016
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

HIGHLY DESIRABLE HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY!  STUNING RENOVATED Colonial with Yesteryear's CAPTIVATING Charm featuring Newer Oversized Gourmet Granite Custom Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Newer Marble & Tile Baths, Huge Fireplaced Livingroom, Formal Diningroom with Dining Hutch, 1st Floor Familyroom, 5 BEDROOMS with Great Closets, 1st Floor Laundry, 2nd Floor Office, Charming Gumwood Molding & Hardwood Floors, Walk Up Attic, Newer windows, Central AC, Newer 2008 Roof, Private fenced Yard with Hot Tub and More! Steps to Public Transportation, Shops, and 200 Acre Peaceful Prospect Hill Park!
Unit Size
2,224 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.11 acres
Price per sqft
$265
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$377
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1910

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #71912759)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Aug 29, 2025 Sold
Sold
Jul 24, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Jul 16, 2025 Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham $939,900
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Beautifully renovated Colonial in the sought-after Highlands blends classic charm with modern updates. The oversized granite kitchen includes custom cabinetry, pantry, and new stainless appliances. Enjoy spacious living and entertaining with a fireplaced living room, formal dining room with built-in hutch, and 1st floor family room. Five generous bedrooms offer excellent closet space, plus a 2nd floor office and 1st floor laundry. Features include period gumwood trim, hardwood floors, updated tile baths, central A/C with smart thermostat, and newer windows. Walk-up attic, large basement, and newer fenced yard with smart irrigation. Outdoor perks: ipe deck with retractable awning, gas grill hookup, raised garden, Hardie siding and Azek trim (2020), newer roof (2008), and native landscaping with lighting. Newer hot water heater (2022) and water/gas mains. Steps to public transit, shops, MCRT bike path, and Prospect Hill Park’s 200+ acres of trails.
Dec 18, 2015 Sold
Sold
Oct 1, 2015 Listed by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham $589,900
Listed by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1910
  • Effective Year Built: 1910
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Bedroom Count: 5
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 18
  • 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: 1,088
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,001
  • Total Building Area: 3,312
  • Gross Building Area: 4,448
  • Building Area: 3,312
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,312
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000115
  • 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: 108458
  • Parcel: WALT M:050 B:019 L:0001
  • Block: 19
  • Lot: 1
  • Municipality: WALTHAM
  • Latitude: 42.3836
  • Longitude: -71.2496

    Address

  • Full Address: 56 Summit St
  • Address - House Number: 56
  • Address - Street Name: Summit
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Waltham
  • Carrier Code: C016
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2971
  • Zip Code: 02451

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $796,200

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1537
  • Valuation Date: Feb 07, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 81
  • Final Value: 951,215
  • High Value: 1,097,421
  • Low Value: 805,009

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $825,900
  • Assessed Land Value: $378,000
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $447,900

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Dec 18, 2015
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: O
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 215760
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 15, 2012
  • Previous Sale Amount: $540,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: O
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 56 Summit Street built and last sold?
The property at 56 Summit Street was built in 1910 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $570,500.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 56 Summit Street is $918,907.
What are some comparable homes to 56 Summit Street?
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