249 Lake St Waltham, MA 02451
Lakeview NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,772/month
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Property is near public transit
- Wood Flooring
- Medical Services
- Ranch Style House
- 4-minute walk to Lazazzero Playground
About This Home
Beautifully maintained and cared for home featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a bonus room that can be made into a den or office. This home has been loved and cared for by the same family for over 60 years! Located at 249 Lake Street in the vibrant city of Waltham, this single-family residence presents an exceptional opportunity to establish roots within a thriving community. A home with enduring character, this property offers a solid foundation for creating lasting memories. This beautiful home provides a comfortable and inviting space for daily living and entertaining. Natural light fills the living areas, enhancing the sense of spaciousness and creating an ideal backdrop for personal touches. Enjoy the low taxes that come with owning a home in Waltham along with the much desirable MacArthur school district. Three minutes from the highway, don’t miss your opportunity to own a great home in a great location and come see everything this great city has to offer!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,700
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 3,196 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Garden
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Frame Construction
- Blown Fiberglass Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 792 Sq Ft Home
- Window Screens
- Range
- Washer
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Block Basement Construction
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Shared Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Macarthur Elementary School
- Kennedy Middle School
- Waltham High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- 100 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number R022 005 0015,828856
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,652 | $473,700 | $319,700 | $154,000 |
| 2024 | $4,398 | $456,200 | $304,500 | $151,700 |
| 2023 | $4,355 | $422,000 | $278,000 | $144,000 |
| 2022 | $4,347 | $390,200 | $251,600 | $138,600 |
| 2021 | $7,952 | $378,400 | $251,600 | $126,800 |
| 2020 | $4,242 | $355,000 | $238,300 | $116,700 |
| 2019 | $4,125 | $325,800 | $224,600 | $101,200 |
| 2018 | $3,751 | $297,500 | $207,900 | $89,600 |
| 2017 | $3,495 | $278,300 | $188,700 | $89,600 |
| 2016 | $3,252 | $265,700 | $176,100 | $89,600 |
| 2015 | $3,272 | $249,200 | $165,500 | $83,700 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | For Sale | $499,900 | -- | $631 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
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| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73428406
APN: WALT-000022-000005-000015
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