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Seller's Agent in 2025
Fleet Homes Group
Keller Williams Realty
(508) 439-3099
2 in this area
187 Total Sales
8 Elson Rd Waltham, MA 02451
Highlands Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,231
Sq Ft
4,251
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Solar Power System
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Medical Services
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2025Gorgeous craftsman single family home on a corner lot in premier Waltham location! The light-filled first floor features living room, formal dining room w/charming built-in hutch, kitchen w/SS appliances, tile floor and gas cooking, 1/2 bath and laundry, plus convenient mud room. Upstairs, find a spacious, front-to-back primary bedroom with two closets and lots of windows, 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath. Beautiful hardwood flooring & original wood trim details throughout. Park your car in the 1-car garage and enjoy stress-free winter mornings. Tree-covered yard w/planter boxes ready for you to plant your garden. Gracious farmer's porch with plenty of room for outdoor furniture or a relaxing hammock. Fantastic location, just steps to the new rail trail & Moody St! Easily access 95 and the commuter rail, plus all the shops, grocery stores, restaurants and everything that Waltham has to offer. Don't miss this one!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,838
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 4,251 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- 1,231 Sq Ft Home
- Craftsman Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Block Basement Construction
Schools
- Plympton Elementary School
- Kennedy Middle School
- Waltham High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 100 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Solar Power System
- Porch
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:058 B:004 L:0001,835541
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 8, 2025
Closed on
Feb 7, 2025
Sold by
Gelsinger Shawn and Gelsinger Tracy
Bought by
Wolin Ada O and Fontenot Zachary
Seller's Agent
Fleet Homes Group
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hans Brings
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
List Price
$739,000
Sold Price
$760,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
2.84%
Views
74
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,130
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.37%
Original Mortgage
$646,000
Outstanding Balance
$639,488
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$130,642
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 7, 2017
Closed on
Jan 12, 2018
Sold by
Macblane Andrew and Macblane Elizabeth
Bought by
Gelsinger Shawn and Gelsinger Tracy
Seller's Agent
Team Pratt
RE/MAX On the Charles
Buyer's Agent
Melanie Fleet
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$469,900
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,100
5.34%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.20%
Original Mortgage
$445,500
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 25, 2012
Closed on
Jul 31, 2012
Sold by
Elson Road 8 Llc
Bought by
Macblane Andrew and Macblane Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Adam Umina
Metro Realty Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Team Pratt
RE/MAX On the Charles
Sold Price
$357,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.15%
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 26, 2010
Closed on
Jan 4, 2012
Sold by
Maher George W Est and Maher
Bought by
Elson Road 8 Llc
Seller's Agent
Nancy Carroll
Century 21 Shawmut Properties
Buyer's Agent
Adam Umina
Metro Realty Corp.
List Price
$319,900
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$119,900
-37.48%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
177.04%
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $760,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $760,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $495,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $495,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $357,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $357,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $357,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $200,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $200,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $646,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $646,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $445,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $285,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $210,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | Sold | $760,000 | +2.8% | $617 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/14/2025 01/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/08/2025 01/08/25 | For Sale | $739,000 | +49.3% | $600 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/12/2018 01/12/18 | Sold | $495,000 | +5.3% | $382 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/15/2017 11/15/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/07/2017 11/07/17 | For Sale | $469,900 | +31.4% | $363 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/31/2012 07/31/12 | Sold | $357,500 | +78.8% | $283 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/25/2012 07/25/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/04/2012 01/04/12 | Sold | $200,000 | -28.5% | $158 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/25/2011 07/25/11 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/09/2011 03/09/11 | Price Changed | $279,900 | -12.5% | $221 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/26/2010 10/26/10 | For Sale | $319,900 | -- | $253 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $5,986 | $609,600 | $369,900 | $239,700 |
| 2024 | $5,838 | $605,600 | $369,900 | $235,700 |
| 2023 | $5,668 | $549,200 | $335,700 | $213,500 |
| 2022 | $5,852 | $525,300 | $315,100 | $210,200 |
| 2021 | $5,459 | $482,200 | $287,700 | $194,500 |
| 2020 | $5,118 | $447,600 | $260,400 | $187,200 |
| 2019 | $5,505 | $434,800 | $260,400 | $174,400 |
| 2018 | $4,771 | $398,700 | $241,100 | $157,600 |
| 2017 | $4,733 | $376,800 | $219,200 | $157,600 |
| 2016 | $4,528 | $369,900 | $212,300 | $157,600 |
| 2015 | $4,530 | $345,000 | $198,700 | $146,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Fleet Homes Group
-
Hans Brings
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Hans Brings
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
(617) 968-0022
15 in this area
439 Total Sales
-
Team Pratt
Seller's Agent in 2018
Team Pratt
RE/MAX
(877) 481-5544
2 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
Melanie Fleet
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Melanie Fleet
Keller Williams Realty
(508) 439-3099
1 in this area
117 Total Sales
-
Adam Umina
Seller's Agent in 2012
Adam Umina
Metro Realty Corp.
(617) 921-5866
33 Total Sales
-
Nancy Carroll
Seller's Agent in 2012
Nancy Carroll
Century 21 Shawmut Properties
(781) 850-5097
2 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73324304
APN: WALT-000058-000004-000001
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