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Off Market May 2025 for $1M

$1,065,722

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,786/mo

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1,987

sq ft

78 Virginia Rd, Waltham, MA 02453

About this home

Welcome to one of Waltham's most picturesque neighborhoods~Cedarwood! Come fall in love with this MINT 8 room, 3 bedroom Garrison Colonial with 3 floors of living space, on an gorgeous level & fenced lot with fantastic outside living space! Location, condition & size make this the perfect Suburban destination just 15 minutes to Boston & seconds to shopping & Brandeis U! A sought-after flr plan boasts an inviting fplc'd living rm, perfect for chilling out & relaxing! A handsome Cherry, Granite & Stainless Steel kitchen & beautiful dining area, all open to the phenomenal 18x14 vaulted & skylit familyrm, complete with triple slider access to your incredible rear yard getaway! Large bedrooms, designer renovated bathrooms & a finished lower level play/game room with a fireplace & cork floor complete this picture! Newer windows, Hardie Board siding, hardwd floors throughout the 1st & 2nd floor, designer wall colors, and lovely ceiling fans & light fixtures! Roof replaced 2015

Single-familyProperty Type

1984Year Built

5,998 sq ftLot Size

$536Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Rosemary Comrie • Comrie Real Estate, Inc.

Bought with Rory Payson • Payson Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73348297

Redfin Estimate

$1,065,722

$8,722 since sold in May 2025$5,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 17.6% higher than the average sale price ($907K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$912,000
A
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SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$920,000
B
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SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$800,000
C
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15 Flagg Cir, Waltham, MA 02453
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$870,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,830 sq ft
10 University Park, Waltham, MA 02453
SOLD APR 28, 2026
$1,125,000
E
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69 Jennings Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
SOLD NOV 19, 2025
$812,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,100 sq ft
145 Virginia Rd, Waltham, MA 02453

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Market trends in 02453, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.1%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$830K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

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Sale history for 78 Virginia Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73348297

May 13, 2025

Sold

$1,057,000

$532/sq ft

Apr 3, 2025

Contingent

—

Mar 31, 2025

Relisted

—

Mar 26, 2025

Contingent

—

Mar 20, 2025

Listed

$999,000

$503/sq ft

MLS PIN #72044473

Sep 27, 2016

Sold

$625,000

$315/sq ft

Aug 9, 2016

Pending

—

Jul 27, 2016

Listed

$584,900

$294/sq ft

+21

Gorgeous colonial located in highly desirable Cedarwood neighborhood! Home features updates on every level including a new roof (2013), a new privacy fence and new stainless steel appliances (2015). Hardwoods throughout with freshly painted walls.Cherry cabinets and granite counters complete a newer kitchen connected to a formal dining area.Front family room features a beautiful center fireplace. The large living room boasts gorgeous natural lighting including skylights and large sliders leading to an impressive bluestone patio. Upstairs includes a generous master bedroom, two more bedrooms and a full bath. A finished basement room provides extra space for a playroom or office with new cork flooring. Exterior features are complemented by stunning landscaping complete with an in-ground sprinkler system. Very well maintained and cared for. Located close to new Cedarwood neighborhood park.

MLS PIN #71541526

Oct 10, 2013

Sold

$480,000

$242/sq ft

Jun 18, 2013

Contingent

—

Jun 14, 2013

Listed

$499,900

$252/sq ft

+12

Immaculate Colonial in desirable CEDARWOOD location!The home features a newer kitchen with cherry cabinets & granite counters,formal living room with fireplace and formal dining area and large family room with sliders to large patio.Large yard with mature gardens and plantings, three nice sized second floor bedrooms and updated bath and finished basement play room.The home has hardwood floors thru-out.This is a must see! FIRST OPEN HOUSES SAT & SUN 6/15-6/16 12-1:30!

MLS PIN #30790921

Mar 15, 2004

Sold

$480,000

$242/sq ft

Feb 5, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Nov 17, 2003

Listed

$499,900

$252/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 1, 1986

Sold

$200,000

$101/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,085 (+10.4%)

$408,200 + $472,100

$880,300

2025

$8,227 (+2.5%)

$388,800 + $449,000

$837,800

2024

$8,025 (+1.2%)

$381,600 + $450,900

$832,500

2023

$7,929 (+3.5%)

$345,600 + $422,700

$768,300

2022

$7,664 (+1.3%)

$316,800 + $371,200

$688,000

2021

$7,567

$316,800 + $351,700

$668,500

2020

$7,560 (+6.9%)

$295,200 + $337,400

$632,600

2019

$7,071 (+10.1%)

$278,400 + $280,100

$558,500

2018

$6,421 (+5.2%)

$257,800 + $251,400

$509,200

2017

$6,105 (+3.5%)

$234,700 + $251,400

$486,100

2016

$5,897 (+3.1%)

$230,400 + $251,400

$481,800

2015

$5,719 (−2.2%)

$201,600 + $234,000

$435,600

2014

$5,850 (+5.6%)

$201,600 + $234,000

$435,600

2013

$5,542 (+0.5%)

$177,800 + $233,000

$410,800

2012

$5,512 (+2.0%)

$177,800 + $235,100

$412,900

2011

$5,405 (+0.4%)

$177,800 + $235,100

$412,900

2010

$5,386 (+11.3%)

$194,400 + $235,100

$429,500

2009

$4,838

$200,600 + $227,500

$428,100

Tax history for 78 Virginia Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,085 (+10.4%)

$408,200 + $472,100

$880,300

2025

$8,227 (+2.5%)

$388,800 + $449,000

$837,800

2024

$8,025 (+1.2%)

$381,600 + $450,900

$832,500

2023

$7,929 (+3.5%)

$345,600 + $422,700

$768,300

2022

$7,664 (+1.3%)

$316,800 + $371,200

$688,000

2021

$7,567

$316,800 + $351,700

$668,500

2020

$7,560 (+6.9%)

$295,200 + $337,400

$632,600

2019

$7,071 (+10.1%)

$278,400 + $280,100

$558,500

2018

$6,421 (+5.2%)

$257,800 + $251,400

$509,200

2017

$6,105 (+3.5%)

$234,700 + $251,400

$486,100

2016

$5,897 (+3.1%)

$230,400 + $251,400

$481,800

2015

$5,719 (−2.2%)

$201,600 + $234,000

$435,600

2014

$5,850 (+5.6%)

$201,600 + $234,000

$435,600

2013

$5,542 (+0.5%)

$177,800 + $233,000

$410,800

2012

$5,512 (+2.0%)

$177,800 + $235,100

$412,900

2011

$5,405 (+0.4%)

$177,800 + $235,100

$412,900

2010

$5,386 (+11.3%)

$194,400 + $235,100

$429,500

2009

$4,838

$200,600 + $227,500

$428,100

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,098 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,576

Year built

1984

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2747996S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 88
Length: 11
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Remodeled

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 35
Length: 7
Width: 5
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead

Family Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Skylight,Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Slider,Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Lighting - Overhead, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Other
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Game Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,987
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Blue
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,025
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Weston Street to Cedarwood Ave to Virginia Road
UnparsedAddress: 78 Virginia Road, Waltham MA 02453

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,576
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2747996S

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

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Places
Transit

William F. Stanley Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

6/10

John W. McDevitt Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

7/10

Waltham Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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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

49% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.01M – $1.23M

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Home values near 78 Virginia Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
61 Virginia Road, Waltham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$801,268
81 Virginia Road, Waltham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1176 Sq. Ft.	$794,280

Address	Redfin Estimate
71 Virginia Road, Waltham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2117 Sq. Ft.	$957,880
74 Virginia Road, Waltham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3179 Sq. Ft.	$1,040,483

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Virginia Road, Waltham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$1,041,786
70 Virginia Road, Waltham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$978,234

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