Move-in ready, turn-key ranch on a quiet street! This 2-bedroom plus office, 2-bath home offers over 1,400 sq ft of finished space, including a fully finished lower level ideal for a family room, guest space, or playroom. Set on a spacious 0.34-acre lot with a private backyard, the home also features a 1-car garage, deck, patio, and shed—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Extensive recent updates include a renovated kitchen (2024), finished basement, roof, furnace, water heater, patio, deck, shed and more—providing true peace of mind. Conveniently located near I-95 & I-90, commuter rail, public transit, shopping, and parks. A perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience!
Sold for $850,000
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$850,000
31 Potter Rd, Waltham, MA 02453
2beds
1,431sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.34 Acres Lot
$854,900 Zestimate®
$594/sqft
$3,970 Estimated rent
Home value
$854,900
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Private backyardFinished basement
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Listed by:
Nan Guo 617-620-5169,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton 617-969-2447
Bought with:
Gary Shechtman
Gary L. Shechtman
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73488658
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 133.38
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 10.67
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 107.25
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 8.58
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
- Area: 38.25
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Basement
- Area: 42.3
- Dimensions: 7.58 x 5.58
Dining room
- Features: Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Attic Access, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 271.69
- Dimensions: 17.25 x 15.75
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Basement
- Area: 225.59
- Dimensions: 20.83 x 10.83
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 97.36
- Dimensions: 12.17 x 8
Living room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 181.87
- Dimensions: 14.75 x 12.33
Office
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Basement
- Area: 126.5
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 11
Heating
- Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Features
- Office
- Flooring: Flooring - Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,431
- Total interior livable area: 1,431 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,026
- Finished area below ground: 405
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 837720
- Zoning: RA4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waltham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $594/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $751,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,757
- Date on market: 4/20/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Sold | $850,000+13.5%$594/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73488658 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000+47.4%$523/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73488658 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2019 | Sold | $508,000-2.3%$355/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2018 | Pending sale | $519,900$363/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72417246 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2018 | Price change | $519,900-1.9%$363/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72417246 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2018 | Listed for sale | $529,900$370/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72417246 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,240 +2.4% | $737,300 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $7,073 +6.2% | $733,700 +13.7% |
| 2023 | $6,662 -6.2% | $645,500 +1.2% |
| 2022 | $7,104 +11.8% | $637,700 +13.6% |
| 2021 | $6,355 +4.1% | $561,400 +9.9% |
| 2020 | $6,106 +1.1% | $511,000 +7.1% |
| 2019 | $6,041 +9.9% | $477,200 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $5,499 +7% | $436,100 +6.5% |
| 2017 | $5,141 +4.9% | $409,300 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $4,901 -3.8% | $400,400 +3.2% |
| 2015 | $5,094 +3.7% | $388,000 +6.1% |
| 2014 | $4,911 +3.1% | $365,700 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $4,763 +1% | $353,100 |
| 2012 | $4,714 +2% | $353,100 |
| 2011 | $4,622 +1.1% | $353,100 -3.2% |
| 2010 | $4,573 +8% | $364,700 -2.7% |
| 2009 | $4,234 +5.2% | $374,700 -1.8% |
| 2008 | $4,024 +2.3% | $381,400 -3.3% |
| 2007 | $3,933 +0.1% | $394,500 +3.7% |
| 2006 | $3,931 +9.3% | $380,500 +4.6% |
| 2005 | $3,596 +7.4% | $363,600 |
| 2004 | $3,349 -6.6% | $363,600 -1.9% |
| 2003 | $3,584 +11.7% | $370,600 +20.9% |
| 2002 | $3,210 +12% | $306,600 +25.2% |
| 2000 | $2,867 +9% | $244,800 +18.6% |
| 1999 | $2,630 | $206,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02453
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10James Fitzgerald Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10John W. McDevitt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Waltham Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: James Fitzgerald
- Middle: John W.Mcdevitt
- High: Waltham Senior
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Waltham
- 02453
- 31 Potter Rd
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