$799,000
OPEN SAT 12:30PM - 2PM

20 Elson Rd Waltham, MA 02451

Highlands Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,783/month

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,430 Sq Ft
$559 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • Mud Room

About This Home

Set in Waltham’s sought-after Highlands neighborhood, this move-in ready home offers an exceptional blend of location and lifestyle. Enjoy outstanding walkability with the rail trail just outside your door, plus grocery shopping and daily essentials nearby. Close to vibrant Moody Street—Waltham’s renowned restaurant row—offering an array of dining, cafés, and nightlife. Commuters will appreciate easy access to MBTA Bus 70 (approximately a 5–6 minute walk), the commuter rail (1.2 miles), and major routes including I-95/128 and the Mass Pike. Ideally situated near major hospitals and universities. Inside, a spacious family room with fireplace flows into an eat-in kitchen overlooking the fenced backyard and deck, creating an easy connection for everyday living and entertaining. The lower level features a mudroom off the one-car garage, laundry, and excellent storage. With 3 generous bedrooms and 2 full baths, this home delivers comfort, function, and a location that truly stands out.

Listing Agent

The Macchi Group

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 05/06/2026

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Co-Listing Agent

Trina Macchi

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,567

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Driveway
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Sliding Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Dual Closets
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

  • Plympton El Elementary School
  • Kennedy Middle School
  • Waltham High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 9 Heating Zones
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Rain Gutters
  • 3,751 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:058 B:004 L:0004,835544

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,567

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

3,751 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: 4097

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Entrance Foyer
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet - Double, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Closet - Double, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1200
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 230
  • Living Area: 1430
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: M59500

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s), Ductless
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 9
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:058 B:004 L:0004,835544
  • Zoning: 1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3751
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6567

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Waltham Hs
  • Elementary School: Plympton El
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kennedy Ms

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $6,567 $668,700 $364,500 $304,200
2024 $6,396 $663,500 $364,500 $299,000
2023 $6,291 $609,600 $330,800 $278,800
2022 $6,424 $576,700 $310,500 $266,200
2021 $6,102 $533,000 $283,500 $249,500
2020 $5,936 $496,700 $256,600 $240,100
2019 $8,246 $457,300 $256,600 $200,700
2018 $5,041 $418,500 $237,600 $180,900
2017 $7,615 $396,900 $216,000 $180,900
2016 $4,776 $390,200 $209,300 $180,900
2015 $4,794 $365,100 $195,800 $169,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/06/2026 05/06/26 For Sale $799,000 -- $559 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $179,000 --
Deed $78,600 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $161,100 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $104,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73513377

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: WALT-000058-000004-000004

Massachusetts Middlesex County Waltham 02451 Highlands

20 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA

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