Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom Cape in Waltham’s desirable Bentley University area! This home is ideally located near Beaver Brook Reservation, Hillcroft Playground, Veterans Field, and the brand new 200 Trapelo Road, including a playground, spray park, mini golf, sledding hill, and more! The main level features a sun-filled living room, a separate dining room, and a kitchen with granite countertops, along with two good size bedrooms and a full bathroom. Two additional bedrooms are located upstairs. The finished lower level provides bonus living space. Step outside to enjoy a newer composite deck overlooking a large fenced-in yard with a new shed and gravel pad. Additional updates include a front walkway with new pavers, refreshed landscaping, a newer hot water heater, updated electrical, sump pump, Nest thermostat, and a new dishwasher. Don’t miss this wonderful home!
Sold for $720,000
$720,000
440 Forest St, Waltham, MA 02452
4beds
1,855sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,571 Square Feet Lot
$729,200 Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$3,548 Estimated rent
Home value
$729,200
$671,000 - $788,000
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Newer composite deckSeparate dining roomGravel padFinished lower levelKitchen with granite countertopsTwo additional bedroomsLarge fenced-in yard
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Listed by:
William Shao 339-221-7188,
REMAX Executive Realty 508-872-3113
Bought with:
David Leal
Keller Williams Pinnacle Central
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73381021
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,855
- Total interior livable area: 1,855 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,173
- Finished area below ground: 682
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,571 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:035 B:004 L:0002,831625
- Zoning: 1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waltham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $388/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $674,300
- Annual tax amount: $6,622
- Date on market: 12/12/2025
- Exclusions: Washer
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $720,000-4%$388/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73381021 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2025 | Contingent | $749,900$404/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73381021 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $749,900-3.2%$404/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73381021 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000+57.4%$418/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73381021 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2017 | Sold | $492,500-3.4%$265/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2017 | Pending sale | $509,900$275/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72162700 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2017 | Price change | $509,900-3%$275/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72162700 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2017 | Listed for sale | $525,900+24%$284/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #72162700 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2014 | Sold | $424,000-3.4%$229/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2014 | Pending sale | $439,000$237/sqft |
Source: Realty Executives #71654770 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2014 | Listed for sale | $439,000+11.1%$237/sqft |
Source: Realty Executives #71654770 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2006 | Sold | $395,000+11.3%$213/sqft |
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| 12/12/2002 | Sold | $355,000+150%$191/sqft |
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| 7/28/1995 | Sold | $142,000$77/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,622 +4.3% | $674,300 +2.3% |
| 2024 | $6,352 +0.6% | $658,900 +7.7% |
| 2023 | $6,312 +1.5% | $611,600 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $6,216 +1% | $558,000 +2.6% |
| 2021 | $6,154 +0.5% | $543,600 +6% |
| 2020 | $6,126 +1.8% | $512,600 +7.8% |
| 2019 | $6,019 +13.1% | $475,400 +12.7% |
| 2018 | $5,320 +6.7% | $421,900 +6.3% |
| 2017 | $4,986 +6.4% | $397,000 +3.7% |
| 2016 | $4,684 +9.1% | $382,700 +17% |
| 2015 | $4,295 +4.6% | $327,100 +7% |
| 2014 | $4,107 +6.2% | $305,800 +6.7% |
| 2013 | $3,866 +1% | $286,600 |
| 2012 | $3,826 +2% | $286,600 |
| 2011 | $3,752 +3.2% | $286,600 -1.2% |
| 2010 | $3,637 +2.7% | $290,000 -7.5% |
| 2009 | $3,541 +5% | $313,400 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $3,372 +2.5% | $319,600 -3.1% |
| 2007 | $3,289 -0.2% | $329,900 +3.4% |
| 2006 | $3,295 +6.6% | $319,000 +2% |
| 2005 | $3,092 +7.4% | $312,600 |
| 2004 | $2,879 +11.8% | $312,600 +17.4% |
| 2003 | $2,574 +5.8% | $266,200 +14.6% |
| 2002 | $2,432 +22% | $232,300 +36.4% |
| 2000 | $1,994 +2.3% | $170,300 +11.2% |
| 1999 | $1,950 | $153,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02452
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Northeast Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10John F Kennedy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Waltham Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Northeast
- Middle: Kennedy
- High: Waltham
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
- 02452
- 440 Forest St
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