70 School St, Waltham, MA, 02452
About This Home
Historic Elegance Meets Modern Luxury – Located in Waltham center, this beautifully renovated 1775 Greek Revival blends period charm with modern upgrades. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 4 decorative fireplaces, this home offers a chef’s kitchen with Thermador appliances, wine fridge, walk-in pantry, and mudroom. Formal living and dining rooms, plus a spacious family room, provide ideal entertaining space. The primary suite boasts a steam shower and custom Elsa closet systems. A dedicated home office and tech closet with gigabyte ethernet to every room, support modern living. Central air, tankless water heater, upstairs laundry, and dual high-efficiency furnaces add everyday comfort. Enjoy the wrap-around porch, 2-car garage, full basement, and attic with expansion potential. This historic home seamlessly combines 18th-century character with 21st-century convenience. Shown by appointment.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Some Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1775
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Greek Revival
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater,Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Range Hood
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Second Floor
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 28.805555555
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 42.5
Bathroom3
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Closet - Linen, Steam / Sauna
- Level: Second
- Area: 103.541666666
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 224.826388888
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 224.826388888
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 149.194444444
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 294.833333333
Features
- Entry Hall,Home Office,Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub,Walk-up Attic
- Door features: Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Insulated Windows,Storm Window(s)
- Flooring: Wood,Flooring - Hardwood
- Finished area above ground: 2,970
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,970
- Total interior livable area: 2,970 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 428.458333333
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 216.041666666
Master Bathroom
- Features: Yes
Master Bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dressing Room, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: Second
- Area: 286.902777777
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Area: 68.611111111
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Details
- Parcel number: R060 007 0002,836768
- Zoning: 101
- Foundation area: 1134
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch,Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch,Deck - Wood,Rain Gutters
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Easements
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- 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
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,573 | $78,876 |
| Home Insurance * | $273 | $3,276 |
| Property Taxes | $1,053 | $12,636 |
| Electricity | $585 | $7,027 |
| Total | $8,484 | $101,808 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-23 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000 |
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