Last Sold Price
3 beds1,344 sqft$573/sqft
50 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451

Description

Discover this updated 1920s Colonial nestled amidst landscaped grounds in the sought-after Highlands neighborhood. This elegant home features 9-foot ceilings, a bay window, built-ins, and classic period details throughout. The kitchen renovation exposed maple flooring, while adding modern amenities and preserving the original charm. The basement has been outfitted with a new sink, drainage pipes, and a redesigned concrete floor. The home has been made more energy efficient with new windows, a new...Discover this updated 1920s Colonial nestled amidst landscaped grounds in the sought-after Highlands neighborhood. This elegant home features 9-foot ceilings, a bay window, built-ins, and classic period details throughout. The kitchen renovation exposed maple flooring, while adding modern amenities and preserving the original charm. The basement has been outfitted with a new sink, drainage pipes, and a redesigned concrete floor. The home has been made more energy efficient with new windows, a new Anderson storm and upgraded insulation. You can enjoy the peaceful backyard with its expansive deck, mature trees, and a brick patio. Conveniently located near restaurants, the riverwalk, and the commuter line, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a spacious walk-in closet in the master suite, updated bathrooms, and smart home features. A two-car garage provides ample parking. Don't miss this opportunity to own a beautifully renovated Colonial in the heart of the Highlands.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/15/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 50 Elson Road

Status
MLS #
73288432
Days on Market
6
Taxes
$6,102 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1920
Town
Waltham
Area
MA-Waltham
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces Total
4

Location

Sold By Compass, Denman Drapkin Group

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Building Information for 50 Elson Road

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

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$4,425 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,916

Property Taxes

$509

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 50 Elson Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1344.0
  • Color: Yellow
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Plympton
  • High School: Waltham Sr.
  • Middle School: John F. Kennedy
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Laundry Chute, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Laundry Chute, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Deeded
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Deeded
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Deeded
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: Walth
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 188.222222
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.833333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main, Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.666666
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 147.583333
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.833333
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.5
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 84.444444
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.666666
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 7.916666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 39.9375
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bathroom1 Length: 6.75
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 5.916666
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 42.777777
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.333333
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.833333
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 174.201388
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 12.083333
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.416666
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 211.555555
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 11.333333
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 18.666666
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 238.645833
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.083333
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 19.75
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: WALTM050B038L0004,833922
  • Assessments: $633,000
  • Block: 038
  • Book: 73149
  • Lot: 004
  • Map: 050
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: RA4
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 1

Property History for 50 Elson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 15, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73288432

$770,500
Sep 17, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73288432

Sep 17, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73288432

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73288432

$770,500
09/17/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73288432

09/17/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73288432

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

Public Records for 50 Elson Road

Taxable ValueLand$367,700Additions$267,400Total$635,100
Tax Record2025$6,237 ($520 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,428 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,428 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,051 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1920Zoning1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNWALT M:050 B:038 L:0004

Schools near 50 Elson 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
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

John F Kennedy 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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