$499,999
OPEN SAT 11AM - 1PM

196 Ash St Unit 2 Waltham, MA 02453

South Side Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,891/month

2 Beds
1 Bath
731 Sq Ft
$684 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Peter Gilmore Playground

About This Home

Charming Top Floor condo/townhouse nestled in a desirable residential neighborhood yet just minutes from vibrant restaurants, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities w/ easy highway access. Inside this updated 2 bedroom/1 bathroom home features an open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living and dining areas with the kitchen, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen includes a cozy breakfast bar, perfect for casual dining or entertaining. Two spacious bedrooms and a bonus room ideal for home office, workout retreat or nursery. Relax or entertain on your private deck. 2 parking spaces, private laundry and additional private storage in the basement. Pull down attic storage with possible expansion potential! Newly refinished hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room and hallway! Enjoy outdoor time on the meticulously landscaped common yard. This home has so much to offer you don't want to miss this one!

Listing Agent

Melissa Hunter

Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Open House Schedule

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,273

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Fenced

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 731 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Range
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Custom Closet System
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0018 / 044
  • Assessor Parcel Number M:069 B:044 L:0018 002,4573988

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance
  • 2 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,273

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Recessed Lighting, Office
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street,Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 144
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 192
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 42
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 80
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
  • Room Kitchen Area: 120
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 80
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Area: 80
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 731
  • Living Area: 731
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN2314
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 683.99
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 683.99
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters, Other
  • Construction Materials: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Oil, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 175
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:069 B:044 L:0018 002,4573988
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 131
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1273
  • Tax Block: 044
  • Tax Book Number: 61403
  • Tax Lot: 0018
  • Tax Map Number: 069

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,724 $481,100 $0 $481,100
2024 $4,014 $416,400 $0 $416,400
2023 $4,297 $416,400 $0 $416,400
2022 $4,513 $405,100 $0 $405,100
2021 $4,330 $382,500 $0 $382,500
2020 $4,382 $366,700 $0 $366,700
2019 $3,975 $314,000 $0 $314,000
2018 $3,168 $251,200 $0 $251,200
2017 $3,468 $276,100 $0 $276,100
2016 $3,127 $255,500 $0 $255,500
2015 $3,348 $255,000 $0 $255,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $499,999 +96.1% $684 / Sq Ft
03/15/2013 03/15/13 Sold $255,000 -1.9% $349 / Sq Ft
01/09/2013 01/09/13 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2012 12/12/12 Price Changed $259,900 -3.7% $356 / Sq Ft
11/15/2012 11/15/12 Price Changed $269,900 -1.9% $369 / Sq Ft
10/22/2012 10/22/12 For Sale $275,000 -- $376 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $255,700 --
Not Resolvable $255,700 --
Deed $329,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $277,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $246,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $247,930 New Conventional
Previous Owner $252,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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MLS Number: 73367964

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APN: WALT-000069-000044-000018-000002

Massachusetts Middlesex County Waltham 02453 South Side

196 Ash St Unit 2, Waltham, MA

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This home is located at 196 Ash St Unit 2, Waltham, MA 02453 and is currently priced at $499,999, approximately $683 per square foot. This property was built in 1890. 196 Ash St Unit 2 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Henry Whittemore Elementary School, John W. Mcdevitt Middle School, and Waltham Sr High School.

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Melissa Hunter
Listing Agent
Melissa Hunter
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Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(339) 329-1671