56 Summit St Waltham, MA 02451
Highlands NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,624/month
Total Views
1,479
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,224
Sq Ft
$423
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Scenic Views
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit
- Custom Closet System
- Deck
- Marble Flooring
About This Home
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.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,193
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Fenced
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Cellulose Insulation
- Blown-In Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,224 Sq Ft Home
- Central Vacuum
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Scenic Vista Views
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Stone
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Gas Grill
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Plympton Elementary School
- Mcdevitt Middle School
- Waltham High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 220 Volts
- 200+ Amp Service
- 110 Volts
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block L:0001 / B:019
- Assessor Parcel Number M:050 B:019 L:0001,833668
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Highlands Subdivision
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Map
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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 | $8,158 | $830,800 | $378,000 | $452,800 |
| 2024 | $7,962 | $825,900 | $378,000 | $447,900 |
| 2023 | $7,879 | $763,500 | $343,000 | $420,500 |
| 2022 | $8,046 | $722,300 | $322,000 | $400,300 |
| 2021 | $7,653 | $676,100 | $294,000 | $382,100 |
| 2020 | $7,384 | $617,900 | $266,100 | $351,800 |
| 2019 | $7,057 | $557,400 | $266,100 | $291,300 |
| 2018 | $6,398 | $507,400 | $246,400 | $261,000 |
| 2017 | $6,092 | $485,000 | $224,000 | $261,000 |
| 2016 | $5,550 | $453,400 | $217,000 | $236,400 |
| 2015 | $5,529 | $421,100 | $203,000 | $218,100 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 07/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | For Sale | $939,900 | +64.8% | $423 / Sq Ft |
| 12/18/2015 12/18/15 | Sold | $570,500 | -3.3% | $257 / Sq Ft |
| 11/03/2015 11/03/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2015 10/23/15 | Price Changed | $589,900 | -1.7% | $265 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2015 10/01/15 | For Sale | $599,900 | +11.1% | $270 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2012 06/15/12 | Sold | $540,000 | -0.9% | $243 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2012 05/03/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2012 03/26/12 | For Sale | $545,000 | 0.0% | $245 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2012 03/26/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/01/2012 03/01/12 | For Sale | $545,000 | -- | $245 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $570,500 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $540,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $509,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $456,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $434,275 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $441,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $407,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $50,900 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $22,700 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $415,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $235,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73405024
APN: WALT-000050-000019-000001
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