NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Chester Ave Unit 3 Waltham, MA 02453

South Side Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $454,000 - $500,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
828 Sq Ft
$163/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 08, 2022

Last sale price $394,000 $476 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,077/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No Units Above
  • Property is near public transit
  • 3-minute walk to Jack Koutoujian Playground

About This Home

As of July 2022

Enjoy the tree-top penthouse condo in Waltham’s sought-after South Side. The recently updated condo w/ sleek detail & tons of character. Walk in from the 3rd floor private deck into the vaulted ceiling living room w/ oak floors, sophisticated lights & ceiling fan. Plus, a bonus loft space that could be used as a guest room. The kitchen w/ a tile floor, lighting fixture, & skylight wastes no space. The bathroom was stunningly renovated complete w/ modern marble & a glass shower. A recently installed mini-split system provides both efficient & effective heat & AC. The multi-use room could be a bedroom, office, or dining room. The laundry is in unit right off the bedroom. This is a unique kind of home w/ so much to offer inside and out. You're just steps away from Moody St & everything that has to offer like shops, restaurants, trains, buses, & highway access. Also, just a short drive to Brandeis & Bentley. There is private storage in the basement & 3 parking spaces in private driveway.

Last Listed By

Abigail Jacobs

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 05/24/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $682

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • No Units Above

HOA Fees

  • $163 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 828 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Loft
  • Attic Access Panel

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Car Parking Spaces
  • Tandem Parking
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating Available
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4864940

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 3 Units
  • 53 Chester Condominium Trust Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$682

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$163 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Architectural Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Entrance Foyer, Loft, High Speed Internet
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 168
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 70
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Third
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Level: Third
  • Room Dining Room Area: 168
  • Room Kitchen Level: Third
  • Room Kitchen Features: Skylight, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Area: 90
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Third Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Third
  • Room Living Room Area: 304
  • Room Living Room Features: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Attic Access, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
  • Living Area: 828
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 482.97
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 475.85
  • MAIN SO: AN6527

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Paved, Exclusive Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Other
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 162.5
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 3
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4864940
  • Zoning: RB
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 101
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 682
  • Tax Book Number: 72901

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2019
Closed on
Jul 8, 2019
Sold by
Tibbetts Imogene and Harsip Herbert
Bought by
Kelly Daniel J
Seller's Agent
Mike DelRose
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Buyer's Agent
Abigail Jacobs
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$339,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-5.6%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$467,551

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$147,551
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2018
Sold by
Carson S Tucker
Bought by
Marsit Matthew M and Marsit Aoi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
4.59%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kelly Daniel J $320,000 --
Marsit Matthew M $500,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rabideau Jeline D $354,600
Closed Kelly Daniel J $288,000
Previous Owner Marsit Matthew M $450,000
Previous Owner Marsit Matthew M --
Previous Owner Tibbetts Imogene $123,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/08/2022 07/08/22 Sold $394,000 -1.5% $476 / Sq Ft
06/06/2022 06/06/22 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2022 05/24/22 For Sale $399,900 +25.0% $483 / Sq Ft
07/10/2019 07/10/19 Sold $320,000 -5.6% $386 / Sq Ft
05/26/2019 05/26/19 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2019 05/23/19 For Sale $339,000 -- $409 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $3,708 $377,600 $0 $377,600
2024 $3,541 $367,300 $0 $367,300
2023 $3,220 $312,000 $0 $312,000
2022 $3,385 $303,900 $0 $303,900
2021 $3,501 $309,300 $0 $309,300
2020 $3,556 $297,600 $0 $297,600
2019 $3,342 $264,000 $0 $264,000
2018 $3,329 $264,000 $0 $264,000
2017 $3,316 $264,000 $0 $264,000
2016 $1,954 $159,600 $0 $159,600
2015 $2,069 $157,600 $0 $157,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72986631

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: WALT-000077-000019-000004-000003