NOT LISTED FOR SALE

79 Ravenswood Rd Waltham, MA 02453

Estimated Value: $871,000 - $959,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 Sq Ft
$476/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2024

Last sale price $860,000 $453 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,330/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Solar Power System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2024

Located right off Routes 95 & 20 in Waltham in a quiet neighborhood, this charming 4-bed, 2-bath, 2 living room Colonial offers a perfect blend of classic elegance & modern touches. Gleaming hardwood floors combined w/ big windows on both floors delivers a bright & cozy atmosphere. Spacious LR, bathed in natural light from 8 large picture windows, is ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Updated kitchen features NEW SS appliances & cabinets & granite countertops. Bright FR w/ extra storage plus bedroom & a full bath on the main level add to the home's versatility. Upstairs, a sitting/office room w/ a mini-split unit provides comfort year-round, accompanied by 3 add'l bedrooms & another full bath. Large basement boasts 7+ ft ceilings & new windows offering potential to create extended living space. The home's energy efficiency is enhanced by fully owned solar panels along the roof & maintenance-free windows. Secluded backyard boasts a garden area, perfect for outdoor enjoyment!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Leahey

Lamacchia Realty, Inc. Listed on: 08/23/2024

Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Leahey

Lamacchia Realty, Inc. Listed on: 08/23/2024

Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,820

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 6,795 Sq Ft Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Window Screens
  • Sitting Room
  • Dining Area
  • Washer

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • Carport
  • 4 Car Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0008 / 008
  • Assessor Parcel Number M:057 B:008 L:0008,835245

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,820

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Hookup, Sitting Room
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Vinyl, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
  • Living Area: 1900
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Screens
  • MAIN LO: AN2314
  • MAIN SO: AN2314
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Screens, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport, Paved Drive, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:057 B:008 L:0008,835245
  • Zoning: 1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6795
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6820
  • Tax Block: 008
  • Tax Lot: 0008

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2007
Sold by
Garrity Ft and Garrity Michael
Bought by
Kern Dorothee and Kern Gunther
Current Estimated Value
$904,316

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$127,128
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$777,188

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 2004
Sold by
Garrity Mary E
Bought by
Garrity Ft and Garrity Michael
Source: Public Records

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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
Kern Dorothee $420,000 --
Garrity Ft -- --
Kern Dorothee $420,000 --
Garrity Ft -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kern Dorothee $200,000
Closed Garrity Ft $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/29/2024 10/29/24 Sold $860,000 +1.3% $453 / Sq Ft
09/04/2024 09/04/24 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2024 08/23/24 For Sale $849,000 -- $447 / 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 $7,047 $717,600 $397,400 $320,200
2024 $6,820 $707,500 $390,000 $317,500
2023 $6,721 $651,300 $353,200 $298,100
2022 $6,766 $607,400 $323,800 $283,600
2021 $6,727 $594,300 $323,800 $270,500
2020 $6,577 $550,400 $301,700 $248,700
2019 $6,200 $489,700 $284,500 $205,200
2018 $5,635 $446,900 $263,500 $183,400
2017 $5,317 $423,300 $239,900 $183,400
2016 $5,127 $418,900 $235,500 $183,400
2015 $4,924 $375,000 $206,100 $168,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73281399

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: WALT-000057-000008-000008