280-282 River Street, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453
$1,349,900
$1,299,000
Est. $7,695/month
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5
Beds
4
Baths
3,264
Sq Ft
$398
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1920
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
40
Days on Market
For Sale Price Drop -$50,900 Listed Sep 11, 2026 • MLS# 73575796 Copied! • Updated Oct 17, 2026

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About this home

Exceptional, Turnkey, three-family opportunity in desirable South Waltham! Offering versatility for both owner-occupants and investors, this multi-family property features a larger 1,600+- square foot unit at 282 River Street, renovated in 2025, along with two additional 800+- square foot units at 280 River Street, remodeled in 2020 and 2022. The rental income from the two additional units can help offset ownership costs, while renting all three units offers the potential to maximize cash flow. Additional features include separate gas and electric utilities, two sets of washer and dryer hookups, hardwood flooring, ample off-street parking and a two-car garage with additional parking or storage. Conveniently located near the Charles River, The Charles River Walkway, major routes, schools, Bentley and Brandeis Universities, public transportation and numerous restaurant and shopping venues. An excellent opportunity for owner-occupancy with supplemental rental income or for investors seeking a 1031 exchange property. Potential for conversion to four units, subject to buyer due diligence and all applicable approvals.

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Price & Status History

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Price Changes
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Price Range

Property Timeline

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Showing Instructions Updated
Oct 16, 2026
New showing requirements
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Price Reduced
Oct 12, 2026
$1,299,000 $50,900 (-3.77%)
From $1,349,900 to $1,299,000 (-3.8%)
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Listed for Sale
Sep 11, 2026
$1,349,900
Original listing
Agent: Lisa Dallaire Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $11,123 $1,077,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,123
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,077,800

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family
Year Built 1920
Living Area 3,264 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Stories 4
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Total Rooms 12

Investment Metrics

Units 3
Unit 1 Rent $1,600/mo · N
Unit 2 Rent $1,600/mo · N
Unit 3 Rent $3,000/mo · N
Total Monthly Rent $6,200/mo
Gross Income $74,400
Net Operating Income $74,400
Cap Rate 5.73%
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Living Rm/dining Rm Combo
Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Total Spaces 7
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $11,123
Assessed Value $1,077,800
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures The Property Is Accessed Via A Shared Driveway Leading To The Rear Parking Area. Parking Spaces Located Behind 280-282 River Street Are Designated Exclusively For Tenants Of The Property.
Exclusions All Personal Property
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color Beige
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 36 days

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,264 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
4
Levels
4

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Living RM/Dining RM Combo
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone
Stories: 4

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling:
Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 7
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street
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
The Lumen Academy
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.1 mi
Grades 02-12
Our Lady's Academy
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
0.5 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+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
1.0 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
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.1 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
1.3 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
Dual Language School
1.5 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
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
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.5 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
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
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
0.9 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
B-
Waltham Senior High School
0.9 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
1.2 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.5 mi
47 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.7 mi
Grades 09-12
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280-282 River Street, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lisa Dallaire
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone 781-313-2772
Agent MLS ID BB808434
Office MLS ID AN5824
Listing Data Updated Oct 17, 2026 1:51 PM 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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