30 Colonial Ave, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453
$480,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,870
Sq Ft
$257
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1940
Year Built
1
Garage Space
5
Days on Market
Sold 2010 Listed Mar 16, 2010 • MLS# 71048097 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $485,000
Final Sale Price: $480,000
Difference: $5,000 (-1.0%)
Performance Metrics
99.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $259
Sale $/sq ft: $257
This property sold for $257 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.0% below the original asking price.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$257/sq ft
Area Median
$538/sq ft
Difference
52.2%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Sun Filled 3/4 Bedroom 2 Full Bath Expanded Cape Located in sought-after Rangley Acres on a private corner lot Near The Newton & Watertown Lines.Fireplaced living Room. Updated Kitchen w/granite counters & separate eat-in area open to a Fabulous Family Room.Slider to deck overlooking a professionally landscaped yard w/sprinkler system. New 2nd floor bath w/double sinks.New roof, updated electric, heat & Central A/C. Attached 1 Car Garage. This home boasts pride of ownership. A pleasure to show!!

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

50%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73577785
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Nov 6, 2026
$960,000
MLS #73577785
✓
Sold
May 28, 2010
$480,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 16, 2010
$485,000
Original listing
Agent: Ari Koufos Office: Realty Executives

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2010 $3,884 $386,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,884
Tax Year 2010
Assessed Value
$386,000

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1940
Living Area 1,870 sq ft
Lot Size 0.18 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 5
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $3,884
Assessed Value $386,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Contract With Waltham Chemical
Exclusions Washer/Dryer Bsmt Fridge & Freezer, Shelves In Basement & Family Room
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 6 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,870 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry: In Basement
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Our Lady's Academy
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.5 mi
Grades 02-12
B+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
0.5 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
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
1.1 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
1.6 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+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.6 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
Northeast Elementary School
2.0 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
B
William F. Stanley Elementary School
2.0 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
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.8 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
1.1 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
1.3 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
1.3 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
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.5 mi
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.5 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.6 mi
47 students Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
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30 Colonial Ave, Waltham MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ari Koufos
Listing Office Realty Executives
Office Phone 617-923-7778
Agent MLS ID BB980983
Office MLS ID BB2353
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 9:33 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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