Available October 1st. Spacious 2-bedroom, 2-full-bath apartment a block from Moody Street in Waltham. The unit features a large open living area that provides plenty of space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances & built-in microwave. The primary bedroom includes two closets and a private full bath, while the second bedroom offers flexibility for a bedroom, office, or guest space. Additional features include an in-unit washer and dryer, a new central AC and heating system, and two off-street parking spaces. Located just blocks from Moody Street, the apartment is close to some of Waltham's best restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, and local businesses. The location also provides convenient access to major routes, public transportation, and everything downtown Waltham has to offer. Come see this spacious, well-maintained apartment in a fantastic location with two off-street parking spaces!
In-unitWasher & Dryer In Unit, Air Conditioning, Microwave
Washer & Dryer In Unit
Air Conditioning
Microwave
Unique featuresOutdoor Parking, Public Transportation, Stainless Steel Appliances
Outdoor Parking
Public Transportation
Stainless Steel Appliances
Off Street Parking
Around 116 Chestnut St #5
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Transit
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Henry Whittemore Elementary School
Public, K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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John W. McDevitt Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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Waltham Senior High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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About
Chemistry
Chemistry, located between Brandeis University and Moody Street, is a residential and academic Waltham neighborhood with hillside streets and river-adjacent paths. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Brandeis University campus core near South Street and the main entrance, where lecture halls, studios, and café counters set a steady weekday rhythm. Mid-century apartment buildings and classic New England houses mix with institutional architecture and pocket greens. The Rose Art Museum and the Spingold Theater Center act as cultural anchors with a calendar of exhibitions and performances. The Charles River Greenway frames the edge with a linear route for walking and cycling. Moody Street’s independent dining scene sits just beyond the neighborhood line for an after-hours circuit.
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
52% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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This property is priced $381 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$3,100
Rental estimate
$2,719
Nearby comparable rentals
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Sale and tax history for 116 Chestnut St #5
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSPIN #73580333
Oct 8, 2026
Price Changed
$3,100
$2/sq ft
Sep 26, 2026
Price Changed
$3,200
$2/sq ft
Sep 22, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,350
$2/sq ft
MLS PIN #72815363
May 26, 2021
Sold
$515,000
$353/sq ft
Apr 15, 2021
Listed
$499,000
$342/sq ft
+23
Don't miss this top floor unit. Features include cathedral ceiling with sky lights in living room, maple cabinets in kitchen with granite countertops. Washer and dryer are in unit! Master bedroom has spacious bathroom and double closets. Two car deeded parking, central A/C, central vac and alarm. Pets are allowed - one pet up to 35 pounds.. Close to Moody Street restaurants and shops. One level living! Open House: Saturday April 17 - 11:00 to 12:30 and Sunday - April 18 - 11:00 to 12:30.
MLS PIN #72019549
Aug 31, 2016
Sold
$405,000
$277/sq ft
Jul 18, 2016
Pending
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Jul 13, 2016
Price Changed
$399,900
$274/sq ft
Jun 21, 2016
Price Changed
$429,900
$294/sq ft
Jun 8, 2016
Listed
$429,999
$295/sq ft
+13
Spectacular top floor condominium in charming 5 family home! 1460 Sq. Ft., 2 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath penthouse unit features cathedral skylit Living Room, well appointed maple/cherry Kitchen with granite, tiled backsplash and built-in island area and NEW STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES JUST INSTALLED!! Master Bedroom with double closets and large Bath. Hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry, basement storage, 2 car deeded parking, Complete rehab to the studs in 2004 included all new wiring, plumbing, windows, siding, roofing, heating, A/C, central, vac and alarm! Outdoor space, pets allowed! Easy access to Moody shops and restaurants, public transportation and train to Boston! Simplified one level living! Charm and character throughout!!
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Listing agent: William Ebben (5085677330)
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Last Updated: 2026-10-11T12:15:17.690Z
116 Chestnut St #5 is a 1460 square foot property with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. We estimate that 116 Chestnut St #5 would rent between $2,719 / mo.116 Chestnut St #5 is located in Waltham, the 02453 zipcode, and the Waltham School District.