Last Sold Price
6 beds4,789 sqft$261/sqft
17 Bowker Rd, Waltham, MA 02453

Description

Warrendale's Finest! The Bowker House! Beauty, charm, history and elegance abound in this magnificent Victorian Home in the heart of Warrendale! This gracious home affords 5 fireplaces, pocket doors, french doors, bevelled-blown glass windows, stained glass windows, crown moldings, 9 foot ceilings and a myriad of period charm while having been lovingly maintained and meticulously updated. There are 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths. An amazing full house length rear porch overlooking a generous yard. Newer...Warrendale's Finest! The Bowker House! Beauty, charm, history and elegance abound in this magnificent Victorian Home in the heart of Warrendale! This gracious home affords 5 fireplaces, pocket doors, french doors, bevelled-blown glass windows, stained glass windows, crown moldings, 9 foot ceilings and a myriad of period charm while having been lovingly maintained and meticulously updated. There are 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths. An amazing full house length rear porch overlooking a generous yard. Newer heating and central air. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, oversized built-in refrigerator, cherry cabinets and granite countertops. Generous foyer entry with oversized stairway and original stained glass window. The home has an in-law apartment with ample space, kitchenette, full bath and separate entrance. Perfect for an aupair, media room, guests, teenagers or extended family. All located in a prime convenient location with easy access to transportation, parks & schools!
LISTING CLOSED: 12/11/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Glenna Gelineau • Gelineau & Associates, R.E.
  2. Listed by Nicole Shanley • Gelineau & Associates, R.E.

Property Details for 17 Bowker Road

Status
MLS #
73307869
Days on Market
23
Taxes
$8,716 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1856
Town
Waltham
Area
MA-Waltham
Architectural Style
Colonial, Victorian
Style
Colonial, Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
5.00
Parking Spaces Total
5

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,180,000

Avg days on market

37

Sale-to-list ratio

101.3%

[Waltham, MA]

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Gelineau & Associates, R.E., Glenna Gelineau; Gelineau & Associates, R.E., Nicole Shanley

Sold By Feng Shui Realty, Lisa Li

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Building Information for 17 Bowker Road

Stories-Year Built1856Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,675 SF

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$7,080 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,354

Property Taxes

$726

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 17 Bowker Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, House of Worship, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 4789.0
  • Color: WHITE
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Fitzgerald
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Mcdevitt
  • Neighborhood: Warrendale
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Cable Hookup, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Wet bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Office, Accessory Apt., Foyer, Bedroom
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Stained Glass, Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Screens
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Porch
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 195.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 182.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom4 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 154.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Vinyl,Dryer Hookup - Gas,Washer Hookup
  • Bathroom1 Level: Basement
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Skylight,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 260.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 20.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 350.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Cable Hookup,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Length: 25.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 182.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 272.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding,Pocket Door
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 81.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Room Office Length: 9.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 9.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public, Private Road
  • Disclosures: Taxes reflect owner occupied exemption. Third floor is plumbed for a bathroom and/or laundry.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 837672
  • Assessments: $1,116,100
  • Block: 011
  • Book: 46042
  • Lot: 0013
  • Map: 062
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Selling Broker Comp: 0
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 17 Bowker Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 11, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73307869

$1,250,000
Nov 22, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73307869

Nov 22, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73307869

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/11/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73307869

$1,250,000
11/22/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73307869

11/22/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73307869

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 17 Bowker Road

Taxable ValueLand$554,000Additions$591,900Total$1,145,900
Tax Record2025$11,253 ($938 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt4,789 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,789 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt440 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,675 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1856Year Renovated1856Zoning1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNWALT M:062 B:011 L:0013

Schools near 17 Bowker Road

This home is within Waltham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
PublicK to 5

John W. McDevitt Middle School
Public6 to 8

Waltham Sr High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 17 Bowker Road, Waltham, MA 02453
$1,250,000
6
4,789
14,675
$690,000
3
1,776
9,642
$361,000
3
1.5
2,385
11,822
$487,500
3
1,568
9,480
4
2.5
3,405
8,285
3
2.5
2,520
8,076

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Listing Courtesy of Gelineau & Associates, R.E., Glenna Gelineau; Gelineau & Associates, R.E., Nicole Shanley

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