20 Howard St # 2, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451
$3,950
$3,800/mo
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,500
Sq Ft
6,107
Lot Sq Ft
60
Days on Market
For Rent Price Drop -$150 Listed Jul 15, 2026 • MLS# 73550577 Copied! • Updated Sep 13, 2026

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About this home

Recently updated 4bed2bath apartment in a 3-family house. This 2nd floor unit features hardwood floors throughout, a modern kitchen, a spacious living room, 4 generously sized bedrooms, 2 brand-new bathrooms, in-unit laundry. Off-street parking spaces available for rent. Ideally located just off main Street, this home is within minutes of supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, hospitals, universities, and major highway routes. It’s about a 5-minute drive to Brandeis University, or you can take the Brandeis Shuttle located at the end of the street. Bentley College is also nearby. Enjoy easy access to I-95/128/I-90 or take Express Bus 553/556 for a quick commute to downtown Boston.

Property History

Market Insights

2
Price Changes
3.8%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Sep 9, 2026
$3,800 $50 (-1.3%)
From $3,850 to $3,800 (-1.3%)
Price Reduced
Aug 27, 2026
$3,850 $100 (-2.53%)
From $3,950 to $3,850 (-2.5%)
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Listed for Rent
Jul 16, 2026
$3,950
Original listing
Agent: Jing Chen Office: Peace of Mind Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Living Area 1,500 sq ft
Lot Size 6,107 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Rental Details

Available Aug 15, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer, Trash Collection
Security Deposit $3,950
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferences
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Rangetop - Energy Star, Oven
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 60 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,500 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Rangetop - ENERGY STAR, Oven
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Laundry: In Unit
Security:

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Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling:
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Exterior & Lot

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Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
School District
Waltham School District local
B+
School Safety 2024-25
2.3% Average
2.2% Suspensions 1.4% In-School 0.1% Emergency
3.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Milestones Day School
1.3 mi
Grades 02-12
The Lumen Academy
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Our Lady's Academy
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
0.4 mi | #305 of 825 | Score: 50.7
Improved 342 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
335 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B
William F. Stanley Elementary School
0.8 mi | #412 of 825 | Score: 47.4
Improved 57 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
396 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
1.2 mi | #353 of 825 | Score: 48.9
Improved 148 spots from last year
-9.3 below state avg
355 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
B
Dual Language School
1.4 mi | #410 of 825 | Score: 47.5
Dropped 78 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
219 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
1.8 mi | #264 of 825 | Score: 51.9
Improved 8 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
1.9 mi | #174 of 825 | Score: 56.1
Improved 224 spots from last year
-2.1 below state avg
515 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B
Northeast Elementary School
2.1 mi | #346 of 825 | Score: 49.1
Improved 261 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
0.6 mi | #95 of 352 | Score: 50.3
Improved 33 spots from last year
-8 below state avg
645 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
0.6 mi | #160 of 352 | Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
604 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
B-
Waltham Senior High School
0.6 mi | #181 of 346 | Score: 53.6
Improved 57 spots from last year
-4.6 below state avg
1,784 students Diverse
21 sports • 1,802 athletes
Strong AP Program Early College Program Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
0.9 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.4 mi
47 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
2.0 mi
Grades 09-12
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20 Howard St # 2, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jing Chen
Listing Office Peace of Mind Realty
Office Phone 617-642-6458
Agent MLS ID CN257798
Office MLS ID AN5574
Listing Data Updated Sep 13, 2026 4:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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