You will love this charming split ranch with 4 beds/ 2 baths and flexible floor plan. Sought after corner lot with expansive panoramic views and southern exposure. This ideal home is situated in a fun neighborhood with a wonderful community around you. Just up the hill from Mighty Squirrel Brewery and Taproom, Waverley Oaks Athletic Club, City Streets Restaurant, and Beaver Brook Park. You will be 8 minutes to downtown Waltham (some of the best restaurants on Moody Street), 15 minutes from Harvard Square, 25 minutes from Downtown Boston, 8 minutes to 95, and 12 minutes to the Mass Pike. Doesn't get much better than that! The main level has an open living/dining area with a great kitchen leading directly out to a deck and backyard (with shed) ideal for entertaining. 3 bedrooms w/great closets and a bathroom complete this level. Lower level has a huge sleeping area w/ en-suite bath & enormous walk-in closet. One car garage and a driveway that can fit 2 cars comfortably. Must see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
5,767 sq ftLot Size
$494Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Post Advisory Group• Engel & Volkers Boston
Move right into this 9 room, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in mint condition. This home offers a very versatile floor plan. The first floor has a fireplace family room, potential for a 4th large bedroom with a room off it which could be made into a huge walk-in-closet (see floor plan). the second floor offers a fireplace living room, bay window and a desirable open floor plan which extends into the dining room both with hardwood flooring. Newer kitchen with breakfast bar, maple cabinets, granite counters, ceramic flooring and all New SS appliances. Three great bedrooms all with upgraded closets and hardwood flooring, an updated full bathroom with a quartz vanity and ceramic flooring. New plumbing, New furnace, updated electrical, sprinkle system, shed, garage and more! (taxes reflect owner occupied exemption)
MLS PIN #70392811
Jan 31, 2007
Sold
$450,000
$211/sq ft
Nov 15, 2006
Listing Removed
—
May 22, 2006
Listed
$459,000
$216/sq ft
WOW! Striking split entry on the Belmont line with great curb appeal. Inviting firplaced livingroom & diningroom with bay windows. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout and a kitchen with new dishwasher and ceramic tile floor. Four generous size bedrooms and potential for inlaw. Manicured lawn with professional landscaping and sprinkler system plus new shed. Beautiful deck and patio for summer enjoyment or stay cool with central A/C. A must see.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,258 (+5.2%)
$412,800 + $428,100
$840,900
2024
$7,853 (+0.6%)
$393,500 + $421,100
$814,600
2023
$7,810 (−4.5%)
$357,700 + $399,100
$756,800
2022
$8,176 (+3.5%)
$350,500 + $383,400
$733,900
2021
$7,896 (+6.7%)
$336,200 + $361,300
$697,500
2020
$7,403 (+13.4%)
$314,800 + $304,700
$619,500
2019
$6,530 (+14.9%)
$301,300 + $214,500
$515,800
2018
$5,681 (+6.3%)
$279,000 + $171,500
$450,500
2017
$5,344 (+5.3%)
$254,000 + $171,500
$425,500
2016
$5,076 (+0.1%)
$243,200 + $171,500
$414,700
2015
$5,069 (+2.5%)
$218,200 + $167,900
$386,100
2014
$4,945 (+1.4%)
$200,300 + $167,900
$368,200
2013
$4,879 (+1.0%)
$182,400 + $179,300
$361,700
2012
$4,829 (+2.0%)
$182,400 + $179,300
$361,700
2011
$4,735 (+1.4%)
$182,400 + $179,300
$361,700
2010
$4,671 (+8.9%)
$193,200 + $179,300
$372,500
2009
$4,288
$204,000 + $175,500
$379,500
Tax history for 85 Upton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,258 (+5.2%)
$412,800 + $428,100
$840,900
2024
$7,853 (+0.6%)
$393,500 + $421,100
$814,600
2023
$7,810 (−4.5%)
$357,700 + $399,100
$756,800
2022
$8,176 (+3.5%)
$350,500 + $383,400
$733,900
2021
$7,896 (+6.7%)
$336,200 + $361,300
$697,500
2020
$7,403 (+13.4%)
$314,800 + $304,700
$619,500
2019
$6,530 (+14.9%)
$301,300 + $214,500
$515,800
2018
$5,681 (+6.3%)
$279,000 + $171,500
$450,500
2017
$5,344 (+5.3%)
$254,000 + $171,500
$425,500
2016
$5,076 (+0.1%)
$243,200 + $171,500
$414,700
2015
$5,069 (+2.5%)
$218,200 + $167,900
$386,100
2014
$4,945 (+1.4%)
$200,300 + $167,900
$368,200
2013
$4,879 (+1.0%)
$182,400 + $179,300
$361,700
2012
$4,829 (+2.0%)
$182,400 + $179,300
$361,700
2011
$4,735 (+1.4%)
$182,400 + $179,300
$361,700
2010
$4,671 (+8.9%)
$193,200 + $179,300
$372,500
2009
$4,288
$204,000 + $175,500
$379,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,128
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3784208S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,128
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,559.88
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Waverley Oaks Rd to Upton Rd
UnparsedAddress: 85 Upton Rd, Waltham MA 02452
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,128
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3784208S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Playscape In Backyard Excluded And To Be Removed Prior To Closing.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Northeast Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
John F Kennedy Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Waltham Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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 96° 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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Waltham, MA • 02452
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Sun exposure
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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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.00M – $1.21M
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