254 River St # 254, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453
$2,900
$2,575/mo
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About this home
Spacious 2-bedroom apartment overlooking the Charles River. Newly remodeled with refinished hardwood flooring, updated LED lighting, and modern black finishes throughout. Updated kitchen features refinished cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances (full-size french door refrigerator, gas stove, dishwasher) Updated bathroom has new stone look flooring, freshly reglazed tub and tile, with all new bath hardware and lighting. Unit comes with private laundry in the basement, private rear deck, living room, and two good sized bedrooms. Off-street parking may be available for additional rent. No dogs, please. Cats allowed (up to 2 per apartment) Pet rent is $25.00 per pet monthly. Located just minutes from Moody St & Waltham Center! Also close to a number of universities, including Bentley University, University of Massachusetts College of Agriculture, and Brandeis University. Easy access to shops, restaurants, commuter rail to Boston, buses, Mass Pike, Route 128, and I-95.
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Property History
Market Insights
7
Price Changes
11.2%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Aug 14, 2026
$2,575
$25
(-0.96%)
From $2,600 to $2,575 (-1.0%)
Price Reduced
Aug 7, 2026
$2,600
$50
(-1.89%)
From $2,650 to $2,600 (-1.9%)
Price Reduced
Jul 31, 2026
$2,650
$50
(-1.85%)
From $2,700 to $2,650 (-1.9%)
Price Reduced
Jul 15, 2026
$2,700
$50
(-1.82%)
From $2,750 to $2,700 (-1.8%)
Price Reduced
Jul 10, 2026
$2,750
$50
(-1.79%)
From $2,800 to $2,750 (-1.8%)
Price Reduced
Jul 2, 2026
$2,800
$50
(-1.75%)
From $2,850 to $2,800 (-1.8%)
Price Reduced
Jun 26, 2026
$2,850
$50
(-1.72%)
From $2,900 to $2,850 (-1.7%)
Listed for Rent
Jun 11, 2026
$2,900
Original listing
Agent: Obadiah Arthur
Office: Thomas N. Margulis
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,575 | $25 | - | From $2,600 to $2,575 (-1.0%) |
| 08/07/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,600 | $50 | - | From $2,650 to $2,600 (-1.9%) |
| 07/31/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,650 | $50 | - | From $2,700 to $2,650 (-1.9%) |
| 07/15/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,700 | $50 | - | From $2,750 to $2,700 (-1.8%) |
| 07/10/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,750 | $50 | - | From $2,800 to $2,750 (-1.8%) |
| 07/02/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,800 | $50 | - | From $2,850 to $2,800 (-1.8%) |
| 06/26/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,850 | $50 | - | From $2,900 to $2,850 (-1.7%) |
| 06/11/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
800 sq ft
Lot Size
5,227 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Jul 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Laundry Facilities
Security Deposit
$2,575
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
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
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
254
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
68 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
800 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
800 sq ft above grade
Display Options
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.
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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
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Milestones Day School
2.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Our Lady's Academy
2.6 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
0.5 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+
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
1.0 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+
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
1.1 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-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
1.4 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
B-
Dual Language School
1.5 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
Northeast Elementary School
2.1 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
A-
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
2.5 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
0.6 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
0.9 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
0.9 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
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
Waltham Valor High School
1.5 mi
49 students
Less Diverse
Grades 09-12
Gann Academy-The New Jewish High School
1.8 mi
Grades 09-12
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254 River St # 254, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Obadiah Arthur
Listing Office
Thomas N. Margulis
Office Phone
617-625-8315
Agent MLS ID
CN211560
Office MLS ID
AN8219
Listing Data Updated
Aug 18, 2026 3:05 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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