40-42 Dexter St

3,263 Sq. Ft.
$351 / Sq. Ft.
3,263
Sq. Ft.
$351
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Prepare to be wowed by this sun-drenched, spacious & turnkey Philadelphia-style 2 family. Lovingly maintained & thoughtfully updated, this home blends charming original details w/ many modern updates. Each bi-level unit has a separate entrance, basement, laundry & utilities (incl submetered water). Unit 1 includes a sunny LR, formal DR with built-in, EIK with large galley pantry, 2 bedrooms (one w/ WIC), renovated luxury bath & in-unit laundry. The larger Unit 2 boasts a lovely LR, formal DR w/ built-in,...Prepare to be wowed by this sun-drenched, spacious & turnkey Philadelphia-style 2 family. Lovingly maintained & thoughtfully updated, this home blends charming original details w/ many modern updates. Each bi-level unit has a separate entrance, basement, laundry & utilities (incl submetered water). Unit 1 includes a sunny LR, formal DR with built-in, EIK with large galley pantry, 2 bedrooms (one w/ WIC), renovated luxury bath & in-unit laundry. The larger Unit 2 boasts a lovely LR, formal DR w/ built-in, spacious EIK with ample counter space, 3 generously-sized bedrooms plus a bonus room ideal for office/family room/potential 4th bedroom, 2 renovated full baths (one on each level), 3 season sunroom, & huge back deck. Ample parking incl a 2 car garage. Unbeatable location on a leafy tree-lined street on the Newton line and moments to all the shops, restaurants & amenities on vibrant Moody Street. Close to Charles River kayak launch & bike path. Brandeis nearby. 1 mile to commuter rail.
  1. Listed by Katherine Meisenheimer • LAER Realty Partners

Property Details for 40-42 Dexter Street

Town
Waltham
Area
MA-Waltham
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
7.00
Parking Spaces Total
9
LISTING UPDATED: 01/26/2026 03:06 AM

Property Details for 40-42 Dexter Street

StatusActive
MLS #73471137
Days on Market4
Taxes$6,511 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-family / 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built1910
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of LAER Realty Partners, Katherine Meisenheimer
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Building Information for 40-42 Dexter Street

Stories4Residences2Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,500 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,123 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,581

Property Taxes

$543

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 40-42 Dexter Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School
  • Living Area: 3263.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Whittemore
  • High School: Waltham Hs
  • Middle School: Mcdevitt
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Storage, Philadelphia, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den, Sunroom
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck, Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Offers,if any,due Tues 1/27 at 5pm. Please allow 48 hrs for seller response. Taxes include residential exemption. 3rd fl bonus room is unheated. Small area of missing flashing will be repaired before closing. Delivered vacant. Audio/visual recording devices present.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Assessments: $938,100
  • Book: 58496
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: 1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
  • Total Living Levels: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Levels: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Description
  • Floor U1: 1
  • Lease U1: N
  • Levels U1: 2
Unit 2 Description
  • Floor U2: 2
  • Lease U2: N
  • Levels U2: 2
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Total Actual Rent: $.00

Property History for 40-42 Dexter Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73471137

$1,145,000—
Feb 15, 2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71247044

$462,000—
Nov 23, 2011

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71247044

—
Nov 23, 2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71247044

—
Jun 11, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71247044

$479,900—
Apr 21, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70320705

$595,000—
Feb 27, 2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70320705

—
Feb 27, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70320705

—
Jan 25, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70320705

$599,900—
Apr 30, 1998

Sold

MLS PIN #50392886

$285,000—
Mar 2, 1998

Contingent

MLS PIN #50392886

—
Feb 26, 1998

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50392886

$289,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73471137

$1,145,000
02/15/2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71247044

$462,000
11/23/2011

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71247044

—
11/23/2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71247044

—
06/11/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71247044

$479,900
04/21/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70320705

$595,000
02/27/2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70320705

—
02/27/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70320705

—
01/25/2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70320705

$599,900
04/30/1998

Sold

MLS PIN #50392886

$285,000
03/02/1998

Contingent

MLS PIN #50392886

—
02/26/1998

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50392886

$289,000

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Schools near 40-42 Dexter Street

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
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
PublicK to 5

John W. McDevitt Middle School
Public6 to 8

Waltham Sr High School
Public9 to 12

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40-42 Dexter Street is a multi-family home for sale in Waltham, MA 02453. This property was listed for sale on January 22, 2026 by LAER Realty Partners, it's currently listed at $1,145,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on February 15, 2012. This listing's school district is Waltham School District. Nearby schools include Henry Whittemore Elementary School, John W. McDevitt Middle School and Waltham Sr High School. 40-42 Dexter Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 3,263 sqft multi-family home built in 1910.

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Listing Courtesy of LAER Realty Partners, Katherine Meisenheimer

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