Beautifully renovated Colonial in the sought-after Highlands blends classic charm with modern updates. The oversized granite kitchen includes custom cabinetry, pantry, and new stainless appliances. Enjoy spacious living and entertaining with a fireplaced living room, formal dining room with built-in hutch, and 1st floor family room. Five generous bedrooms offer excellent closet space, plus a 2nd floor office and 1st floor laundry. Features include period gumwood trim, hardwood floors, updated tile baths, central A/C with smart thermostat, and newer windows. Walk-up attic, large basement, and newer fenced yard with smart irrigation. Outdoor perks: ipe deck with retractable awning, gas grill hookup, raised garden, Hardie siding and Azek trim (2020), newer roof (2008), and native landscaping with lighting. Newer hot water heater (2022) and water/gas mains. Steps to public transit, shops, MCRT bike path, and Prospect Hill Park’s 200+ acres of trails.
Sold for $940,000
$940,000
56 Summit St, Waltham, MA 02451
5beds
2,224sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,048,200 Zestimate®
$423/sqft
$5,053 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,048,200
$985,000 - $1.12M
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Newer windowsNewer roofRaised gardenHardwood floorsPeriod gumwood trimUpdated tile bathsFive generous bedrooms
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Hans Brings RESULTS 781-283-0500,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham 781-893-0808
Bought with:
Hans Brings RESULTS
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73405024
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Marble
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Family room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 273
- Dimensions: 21 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 231
- Dimensions: 21 x 11
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Office, Central Vacuum, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,224
- Total interior livable area: 2,224 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,224
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:050 B:019 L:0001,833668
- Zoning: 1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School
- Subdivision: Highlands
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waltham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $423/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $830,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,193
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $940,000+0%$423/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Contingent | $939,900$423/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $939,900+64.8%$423/sqft |
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| 12/18/2015 | Sold | $570,500-3.3%$257/sqft |
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| 11/4/2015 | Pending sale | $589,900$265/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #71912759 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2015 | Price change | $589,900-1.7%$265/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #71912759 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $599,900+11.1%$270/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham #71912759 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2012 | Sold | $540,000-0.9%$243/sqft |
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| 3/1/2012 | Listed for sale | $545,000+7.1%$245/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2006 | Sold | $509,000$229/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,158 +2.5% | $830,800 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $7,962 +1.1% | $825,900 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $7,879 -2.1% | $763,500 +5.7% |
| 2022 | $8,046 +5.1% | $722,300 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $7,653 +3.6% | $676,100 +9.4% |
| 2020 | $7,384 +4.6% | $617,900 +10.9% |
| 2019 | $7,057 +10.3% | $557,400 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $6,398 +5% | $507,400 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $6,092 +9.8% | $485,000 +7% |
| 2016 | $5,550 +0.4% | $453,400 +7.7% |
| 2015 | $5,529 +1.1% | $421,100 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $5,467 +4% | $407,100 +4.5% |
| 2013 | $5,257 +2.7% | $389,700 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $5,117 +2% | $383,300 |
| 2011 | $5,017 +1.6% | $383,300 -2.7% |
| 2010 | $4,938 +13.2% | $393,800 +2% |
| 2009 | $4,363 +4.3% | $386,100 -2.6% |
| 2008 | $4,183 +3.2% | $396,500 -2.4% |
| 2007 | $4,052 +4.4% | $406,400 +8.1% |
| 2006 | $3,883 +8% | $375,900 +3.4% |
| 2005 | $3,595 +7.4% | $363,500 |
| 2004 | $3,348 +2.9% | $363,500 +8% |
| 2003 | $3,254 +10.1% | $336,500 +19.2% |
| 2002 | $2,956 +17.8% | $282,300 +31.7% |
| 2000 | $2,509 -0.2% | $214,300 +8.6% |
| 1999 | $2,515 | $197,400 |
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Neighborhood: 02451
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Thomas R Plympton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10John F Kennedy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Waltham Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Plympton
- Middle: Mcdevitt
- 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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- Middlesex County
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- 56 Summit St
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