OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2020 for $428K

$554,503

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,713/mo

•

1,208

sq ft

42 Sterling Rd #1, Waltham, MA 02451

About this home

INTRODUCING 42 STERLING RD - UNIT 1, WALTHAM Tucked away right next to a quiet cul-de-sac located in the premiere "Waltham Highlands" Neighborhood of Waltham! This Spacious Condo features 6 rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1 Full bath & 1208 sq ft. Main Level offers easy 1-level living w/ Eat-In Kitchen, Open concept Living Room / Dining Room w/ antique built-ins & 8.5 ft. High Ceilings! Natural light pours in. Hardwood floors throughout. Freshly painted. Easy walk-in / walk-out access from 1st floor to driveway w/ 2-car parking spaces. Large clean semi-finished walkout basement w/ Office, storage & separate private Laundry room. Additional features include Central Air, natural gas forced air & enclosed front porch. Public transportation, popular restaurants, grocery store, conservation trails close by. Easy access to Bentley & Brandeis University, Rte. 95/128 & Mass Pike. Commuter location. **PRIVATE SHOWINGS START Fri., 5/29 at 11:00am BY APPOINTMENT ONLY** Offers due Tues. 6/2 at 3pm. Won't last!

CondoProperty Type

1900Year Built

5,000 sq ftLot Size

$459Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by David Ladner • RE/MAX Harmony

Bought with James Casella • Nashoba Homes

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72661326

Redfin Estimate

$554,503

$127K since sold in July 2020$16K since August

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This home's estimate is 11.5% lower than the average sale price ($627K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$573,000
A
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$740,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,258 sq ft
59 - 61 Wellington St #2, Waltham, MA 02451
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$750,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,147 sq ft
59-61 Wellington #1, Waltham, MA 02451
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$540,000
D
2 beds1 bath870 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$582,500
E
2 beds1 bath890 sq ft
181 Robbins St #4, Waltham, MA 02453
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$575,000
F
2 beds1 bath955 sq ft
87 Ash St Unit 2-2, Waltham, MA 02453

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Market trends in 02451, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.7%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$800K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

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0 days MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Nice hardwood floors throughout. Good size living area and bedrooms. Kitchen could use some updating. Lots of storage and laundry in the basement. 2 tandem parking spots.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Emmanuel Paul
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Sale history for 42 Sterling Rd #1

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72661326

Jul 6, 2020

Sold

$428,000

$354/sq ft

Jun 4, 2020

Pending

—

May 25, 2020

Listed

$419,900

$348/sq ft

MLS PIN #72148565

Jul 11, 2017

Sold

$380,000

$315/sq ft

May 26, 2017

Pending

—

Apr 19, 2017

Listed

$379,900

$314/sq ft

OPEN HOUSE FOR BACKUP OFFERS ONLY. Incredibly spacious 2 bed 1 bath condo with 2-car parking at end of quiet cul-de-sac, located in the desirable Waltham Highlands! Enjoy the convenience of one level living with eat-in kitchen, large living room, formal dining room with antique built-ins, two generously sized bedrooms, ceramic full bath, high ceilings, fresh paint, bright beautiful hardwood floors and easy walk-in / walk-out access from 1st floor to driveway. Large clean semi-finished walkout basement with office/guest bedroom, storage and separate private laundry room. Additional features include newer hot water tank and refrigerator, new dryer, central air, natural gas forced air and enclosed front porch! Short walk to restaurants, grocery store, shops, conservation trails, local elementary school, public transportation and easy access to Bentley and Brandies University, Rte. 95/128 and Mass Pike!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,485 (+7.8%)

$531,500

2025

$5,090 (+19.1%)

$518,300

2024

$4,275 (−2.8%)

$443,500

2023

$4,400 (−4.8%)

$426,400

2022

$4,620 (−3.4%)

$414,700

2021

$4,783 (−1.1%)

$422,500

2020

$4,836 (+10.5%)

$404,700

2019

$4,375 (+57.5%)

$345,600

2018

$2,777 (+0.4%)

$220,200

2017

$2,766 (+2.6%)

$220,200

2016

$2,695 (−6.6%)

$220,200

2015

$2,886 (−2.2%)

$219,800

2014

$2,952 (−0.4%)

$219,800

2013

$2,965 (−1.0%)

$219,800

2012

$2,994 (−15.8%)

$224,300

2011

$3,554 (+2.2%)

$271,500

2010

$3,477 (+8.9%)

$277,300

2009

$3,193

$282,600

Tax history for 42 Sterling Rd #1

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,485 (+7.8%)

$531,500

2025

$5,090 (+19.1%)

$518,300

2024

$4,275 (−2.8%)

$443,500

2023

$4,400 (−4.8%)

$426,400

2022

$4,620 (−3.4%)

$414,700

2021

$4,783 (−1.1%)

$422,500

2020

$4,836 (+10.5%)

$404,700

2019

$4,375 (+57.5%)

$345,600

2018

$2,777 (+0.4%)

$220,200

2017

$2,766 (+2.6%)

$220,200

2016

$2,695 (−6.6%)

$220,200

2015

$2,886 (−2.2%)

$219,800

2014

$2,952 (−0.4%)

$219,800

2013

$2,965 (−1.0%)

$219,800

2012

$2,994 (−15.8%)

$224,300

2011

$3,554 (+2.2%)

$271,500

2010

$3,477 (+8.9%)

$277,300

2009

$3,193

$282,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,000

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

1,208

Year built

1900

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Middlesex County

APN

3475021S

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

$150 /month

Garage

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 1, 2021.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 56
Length: 8
Width: 7
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Kitchen Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Y

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X8
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Name: 42 Sterling Road Condominium Trust
Building Area (Total): 1,208
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 2004
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Condominium
Common Walls: No One Below
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,836
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $150
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Location Information
Directions: Elson Road to Sterling Road
UnparsedAddress: 42 Sterling Rd # 1, Waltham MA 02451

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,208
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5,000 square feet
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3475021S
HOA Dues: $150/month
Garage: No
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Jun 1, 2021

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

5/10

John F Kennedy Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

Waltham Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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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$527,000 – $638,000

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Home values near 42 Sterling Rd #1

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
48 Sterling Rd, Waltham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1550 Sq. Ft.	$875,400
41 Sterling Rd Apartment 39, Waltham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2554 Sq. Ft.	$1,013,536

Address	Redfin Estimate
29 Sterling Rd, Waltham, MA 8 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3400 Sq. Ft.	—
50 Sterling Rd, Waltham, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1453 Sq. Ft.	$776,767

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 Sterling Rd, Waltham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$951,765
40 Sterling Rd Apartment 38, Waltham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2288 Sq. Ft.	$947,408

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