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65 Brightwood Rd, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453
$649,900
Est. $3,893/month
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About this home
Waltham's Best Value! Great Warrendale Location! A 6 room, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath full dormered Cape with carport, screened in porch and 13x6 mud room with slider to a nice back yard. The 1st floor consist of a gorgeous 15x13 fireplaced living room. An enclosed mudroom enters you into a lovely 14x11 kitchen with plenty of cabinets and counter space. A sunfilled 12x10 dining room with a built-in china cabinet. There is a 10x10 bedroom that can also be used as a home office. The 2nd floor has 2 spacious 17x11 bedrooms. The 1st floor has a full bathroom and the 2nd floor has a 1/2 bath.This is a wonderful opportunity to move into one of Waltham's most sought after neighborhoods. You can walk to McCabe Playground, Fitzgerald Elementary School and the Rail Trail. Near public transportation, BJ's, John Brewer's Tavern and more.Truly an exceptional value and a place to call home!
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Aug 4, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jul 28, 2026
$649,900
Original listing
Agent: Charles Smerlas
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 07/28/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $649,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,880 | $745,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,880
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$745,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1943
Living Area
1,260 sq ft
Lot Size
0.18 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Plywood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Parking
Features
Carport
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,880
Assessed Value
$745,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Occasional Light Seepage In Basement During Heavy Rain, Subject To Seller Closing On The House They Currently Have Under Agreement *please Inquire With Listing Agent For More Details On This Contingency, Taxes Include Residential Exemption, Offers Due Tuesday At Noon.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
7 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1943
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,260 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,260 sq ft above grade
Dimensions17 x 11
LevelSecond
Dimensions17 x 11
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
Dimensions10 x 10
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 10
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 11
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 13
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Plywood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1943
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Other
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Carport
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School, University
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
The Lumen Academy
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Our Lady's Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.2 mi
Grades 02-12
B+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
0.3 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-
Dual Language School
1.2 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
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#357 of 824
|
Score: 49.0
Improved 144 spots from last year
-9.2 below state avg
372 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
B+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.4 mi
|
#303 of 824
|
Score: 50.8
Improved 344 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
357 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B
Northeast Elementary School
1.6 mi
|
#352 of 824
|
Score: 49.1
Improved 255 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
527 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
2.0 mi
|
#420 of 824
|
Score: 47.2
Improved 49 spots from last year
-11.1 below state avg
381 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.4 mi
|
#185 of 824
|
Score: 55.9
Improved 213 spots from last year
-2.3 below state avg
475 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
2 schools
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
0.9 mi
|
#160 of 352
|
Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
618 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.1 mi
|
#94 of 352
|
Score: 50.3
Improved 34 spots from last year
-7.9 below state avg
635 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
4 schools
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.1 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
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.1 mi
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.2 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.2 mi
49 students
Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
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65 Brightwood Rd, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Charles Smerlas
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Office Phone
781-893-0808
Agent MLS ID
BB301859
Office MLS ID
AN6239
Listing Data Updated
Aug 4, 2026 6:11 PM EDT
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