Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated Colonial in the desirable Highlands neighborhood. The main level features a fireplaced living room, hardwood floors, a flexible first-floor bedroom, office, and full bath. The custom chef’s kitchen offers cherry soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a large granite island, and a dining area with sliders to a deck and private backyard—ideal for entertaining. The partially finished basement includes a fireplaced family/playroom with a wet bar, laundry area, ample storage, and direct access to a workshop and yard. Major updates since 2018 include electrical, solar, renovated bath and basement, and conversion from oil to gas heating. Don’t miss this move-in ready gem!
Sold for $1,060,000
$1,060,000
28 Galen St, Waltham, MA 02451
4beds
3,068sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
10,502 Square Feet Lot
$1,054,900 Zestimate®
$346/sqft
$4,752 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,054,900
$981,000 - $1.14M
$4,752/mo
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Laundry areaPartially finished basementHardwood floorsFlexible first-floor bedroomStainless steel appliancesLarge granite islandWet bar
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Listed by:
Pei-Chi Li 617-935-9017,
Lamacchia Realty, Inc. 978-250-1900
Bought with:
Meredith Kiep
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73488454
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
- Level: Second
- Area: 275
- Dimensions: 11 x 25
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 49
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Family room
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
- Area: 441
- Dimensions: 21 x 21
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 10 x 18
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 8 x 12
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Cable Hookup, Home Office, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,068
- Total interior livable area: 3,068 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,481
- Finished area below ground: 587
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System, Screens, Stone Wall, ET Irrigation Controller
Lot
- Size: 10,502 sqft
Details
- Foundation area: 0
- Parcel number: M:050 B:017 L:0010,833641
- Zoning: 1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Conventional (2x4-2x6)
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
- Energy generation: Solar
- Water conservation: ET Irrigation Controller
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
Location
- Region: Waltham
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $1,060,000+9.3%$346/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Contingent | $970,000$316/sqft |
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| 3/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $970,000+49.3%$316/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73488454 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2018 | Sold | $649,500-1.1%$212/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2018 | Pending sale | $657,000$214/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72360806 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $657,000+42.8%$214/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72360806 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2006 | Sold | $460,000+318.2%$150/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/1991 | Sold | $110,000$36/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,901 +2.3% | $804,600 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $7,720 +1.4% | $800,800 +8.5% |
| 2023 | $7,615 -2% | $737,900 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $7,769 +5.8% | $697,400 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $7,344 +3.8% | $648,800 +9.5% |
| 2020 | $7,078 +6.3% | $592,300 +12.6% |
| 2019 | $6,658 +9.9% | $525,900 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $6,060 +6.1% | $480,600 +5.7% |
| 2017 | $5,711 +4.5% | $454,700 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $5,466 +1.5% | $446,600 +8.9% |
| 2015 | $5,385 +1.8% | $410,100 +4.1% |
| 2014 | $5,290 -0.6% | $393,900 -0.2% |
| 2013 | $5,323 +1.4% | $394,600 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $5,249 +2% | $393,200 |
| 2011 | $5,147 +1.3% | $393,200 -3% |
| 2010 | $5,082 +5.3% | $405,300 -5.1% |
| 2009 | $4,824 +4.8% | $426,900 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $4,603 +2.7% | $436,300 -2.9% |
| 2007 | $4,480 +4% | $449,300 +7.7% |
| 2006 | $4,308 +11.8% | $417,000 +7% |
| 2005 | $3,855 +7.4% | $389,800 |
| 2004 | $3,590 +2.8% | $389,800 +7.9% |
| 2003 | $3,492 +11.4% | $361,100 +20.6% |
| 2002 | $3,135 +20.4% | $299,400 +34.7% |
| 2000 | $2,603 -2.1% | $222,300 +6.5% |
| 1999 | $2,659 | $208,700 |
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Neighborhood: 02451
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Thomas R Plympton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10John F Kennedy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Waltham Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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