SOLD MAR 12, 2026

Sold on Mar 2026

$465,000

•

792

sq ft

249 Lake St, Waltham, MA 02451

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About this home

This charming home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a versatile bonus room ideal for a den or home office. Owned and lovingly cared for by the same family for over 60 years, the property is located at 249 Lake Street in the vibrant city of Waltham. Featuring enduring character and solid bones, this home is ideal as a starter property or for those looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort or functionality. Natural light fills the living areas, creating a warm and inviting space for everyday living. Enjoy the benefits of low taxes, the highly desirable MacArthur School District, and a convenient location just three minutes from the highway. Just steps away, a nearby recreational park offers a basketball court, playground, water park, baseball fields, and a walking path. Hardy Pond is also within walking distance, providing opportunities for fishing, boating, skating, and scenic enjoyment for nature lovers. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a great home in a prime location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

3,196 sq ftLot Size

$587Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by John McCue • Unlock Real Estate

Bought with John McCue • Return Realty Group, Inc.

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73428406

Redfin Estimate

$598,324

$133K since sold in March 2026$10K since July

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This home's estimate is 7.4% lower than the average sale price ($646K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$615,000
A
2 beds1 bath823 sq ft
222 College Farm Rd, Waltham, MA 02452
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$550,000
B
2 beds1 bath850 sq ft
203 College Farm Rd, Waltham, MA 02452
SOLD FEB 17, 2026
$590,000
C
2 beds1 bath792 sq ft
129 Lake St, Waltham, MA 02451
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$700,000
D
3 beds1 bath972 sq ft
14 Mount Walley Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
SOLD MAR 9, 2026
$680,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,224 sq ft
98 Seminole Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$740,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,366 sq ft
81 Princeton Ave, Waltham, MA 02451

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Market trends in 02451, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+1.7% MoM

Median sale price

$795K

$176K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

7 days MoM

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11 MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $1,430 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 249 Lake St

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,964 (+6.7%)

$335,000 + $146,000

$481,000

2025

$4,652 (+5.8%)

$319,700 + $154,000

$473,700

2024

$4,398 (+1.0%)

$304,500 + $151,700

$456,200

2023

$4,355 (+0.2%)

$278,000 + $144,000

$422,000

2022

$4,347 (+1.5%)

$251,600 + $138,600

$390,200

2021

$4,283 (+1.0%)

$251,600 + $126,800

$378,400

2020

$4,242 (+2.8%)

$238,300 + $116,700

$355,000

2019

$4,125 (+10.0%)

$224,600 + $101,200

$325,800

2018

$3,751 (+7.3%)

$207,900 + $89,600

$297,500

2017

$3,495 (+7.5%)

$188,700 + $89,600

$278,300

2016

$3,252 (−0.6%)

$176,100 + $89,600

$265,700

2015

$3,272 (+1.8%)

$165,500 + $83,700

$249,200

2014

$3,214 (+1.2%)

$155,600 + $83,700

$239,300

2013

$3,176 (+0.1%)

$145,600 + $89,800

$235,400

2012

$3,172 (+2.0%)

$145,600 + $92,000

$237,600

2011

$3,110 (−3.7%)

$145,600 + $92,000

$237,600

2010

$3,229 (+14.3%)

$165,500 + $92,000

$257,500

2009

$2,824

$160,200 + $89,700

$249,900

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,049 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

792

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

200150S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
Virtual Tour 1 (External Link)

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 792
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 792
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Easements, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,700
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Macarthur
Middle Or Junior School: Kennedy
High School: Waltham High

Location Information
Directions: GPS
UnparsedAddress: 249 Lake Street, Waltham MA 02451

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 792
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,049 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 200150S

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Douglas Macarthur Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

John F Kennedy Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

8/10

Waltham Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

4/10

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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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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

$569,000 – $689,000

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Home values near 249 Lake St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
255 Lake Street, Waltham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1150 Sq. Ft.	$582,495
245 Lake Street, Waltham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$674,005

Address	Redfin Estimate
252 Lake Street, Waltham, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1954 Sq. Ft.	$666,479
243 Lake Street Unit 12, Waltham, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 427 Sq. Ft.	$275,524

Address	Redfin Estimate
250 Lake Street, Waltham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$1,011,728
243 Lake Street Unit 21, Waltham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 495 Sq. Ft.	$351,759

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