249 Lake Street, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451 • Lakeview

$499,900

Est. $2,869/month

2

Beds

1

Baths

792

Sq Ft

$631

Price/Sq Ft

0.07

Acres

1940

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

126

Days on Market

Active Open House Listed Sep 10, 2025 • MLS# 73428406 Copied!

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!

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1940

Bedrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

1

Living Area

792 sq ft

Total Rooms

5

Open House Schedule

17

Jan

Saturday, January 17

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1940

Living Area 792 sq ft

Lot Size 0.07 acres

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling None

Flooring Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood

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

Fireplace None

Basement Full, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Ranch

Roof Shingle

Features Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $1,700

Assessed Value $473,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood

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

Interior Features:

Windows: Screens

Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch

Year Built: 1940

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 1

Cooling: None

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden

Patio & Porch:

Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Easements, Level

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved

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Lakeview

249 Lake Street, Waltham MA 02451

Waltham, MA 02451

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Nearby Schools

School District

Waltham School District local

✓ 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

Our Lady's Academy

0.8 mi

Grades PK-08

Milestones Day School

0.8 mi

Grades 02-12

The Lumen Academy

2.5 mi

Grades PK-08

A-

Douglas MacArthur Elementary School

0.2 mi | #185 of 824 | Score: 55.9

Improved 213 spots from last year

-2.3 below state avg

475 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

B

Northeast Elementary School

1.1 mi | #352 of 824 | Score: 49.1

Improved 255 spots from last year

-9.1 below state avg

527 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-05

B-

Dual Language School

1.1 mi | #433 of 824 | Score: 46.6

Dropped 101 spots from last year

-11.6 below state avg

222 students Moderate

Grades K-05

B+

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School

1.6 mi | #303 of 824 | Score: 50.8

Improved 344 spots from last year

-7.4 below state avg

357 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

B+

James Fitzgerald Elementary School

2.5 mi | #270 of 824 | Score: 51.8

Improved 2 spots from last year

-6.4 below state avg

350 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance

Grades K-05

B-

William F. Stanley Elementary School

2.6 mi | #420 of 824 | Score: 47.2

Improved 49 spots from last year

-11.1 below state avg

381 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-05

B

Henry Whittemore Elementary School

2.9 mi | #357 of 824 | Score: 49.0

Improved 144 spots from last year

-9.2 below state avg

372 students Moderate

Grades K-05

M

Middle Schools

2 schools

A-

John F Kennedy Middle School

1.6 mi | #94 of 352 | Score: 50.3

Improved 34 spots from last year

-7.9 below state avg

635 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-08

B

John W. McDevitt Middle School

1.9 mi | #160 of 352 | Score: 43.8

Dropped 17 spots from last year

-14.4 below state avg

618 students Diverse

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

4 schools

Waltham Valor High School

1.1 mi

49 students Less Diverse

Grades 09-12

Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School

1.2 mi

Grades 09-12

B-

Waltham Senior High School

1.6 mi | #179 of 346 | Score: 53.0

Improved 59 spots from last year

-5.2 below state avg

1,791 students Diverse

21 sports • 1,802 athletes

Early College Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School

1.7 mi

Grades 09-12

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$499,900

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
09/10/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$499,900	-	-	Original listing

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Sep 10, 2025	New Listing Added	$499,900	—

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Days on Market

126 days

Price per Sq Ft

$631

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$1,700	$473,700

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