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4 Abbott Rd, Waltham, MA, 02452

3beds
2baths
1,931sqft
$789,900
$409price/sqft
$5,179/moest. monthly cost
$207,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming 3-bedroom ranch sited on a lovely level lot with mature plantings, offers easy one level living with a bright and inviting fireplaced living room filled with natural sunlight. This home sits in a highly desirable Waltham neighborhood on the Lexington line, featuring a modern eat in kitchen, 3 generous bedrooms, central AC, hardwood floors throughout, finished lower level, 1 car garage, including many updates. This property presents a wonderful opportunity for buyers looking to reimagine, and invest in a prime location ready for its next chapter. Enjoy the benefits of a quiet, established neighborhood with easy access to nearby amenities, shopping, Route 2, Route 128 and Mass Pike. Minutes to Cambridge, Boston, Universities, Hospitals, and all Metro West has to offer. An exceptional, rare opportunity to build value in a highly sought-after setting.

Getting Around

18
WalkingCar-Dependent
24
TransitMinimal Transit
27
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
8/10
4/10
Waltham Sr High SchoolGrades 9-121.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1962

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Gas Dryer Hookup,First Floor,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Sump Pump

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 40

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Level: Basement

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 130

Bedroom3

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 100

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Laminate, Cable Hookup
  • Level: First
  • Area: 108

Features

  • Bathroom - 1/4,Bonus Room
  • Door features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window features: Insulated Windows,Screens
  • Flooring: Tile,Carpet,Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 750
  • Finished area above ground: 1,181

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,931
  • Total interior livable area: 1,931 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: First
  • Area: 144

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup
  • Level: First
  • Area: 231

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Yes

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 156

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:015 B:004 L:0001,828383
  • Zoning: Res

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch
  • Exterior features: Porch,Rain Gutters,Professional Landscaping,Sprinkler System,Screens,Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 9,679 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Cleared,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,994$47,928
Home Insurance *$166$1,992
Property Taxes $639$7,668
Electricity $380$4,569
Total$5,179$62,148
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$177,565/yr
40% on housing$155,370/yr
45% on housing$138,106/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.5%
0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$409This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02452$439
Middlesex County$437

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02452$436
Middlesex County$413

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-04Pending sale$789,900
2026-07-29Listed for sale$789,900
2006-07-14Sold$394,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentStephen Douglas
BrokerageGelineau & Associates, R.E.

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