Move right into this immaculate two-bedroom, two-bath home, where spacious rooms, thoughtful updates, and a phenomenal backyard create the ultimate year-round living experience. The updated eat-in kitchen is both stylish and functional, while wood floors and fireplaces add warmth and character. Generously proportioned rooms provide comfortable everyday living, and a first-floor den/office offers flexible space for working from home or relaxing. An updated bath and finished walk-out lower level provide additional flexible space for a family room, playroom, home gym, or hobbies. Step outside to a large, flat, fully fenced backyard—an ideal setting for entertaining, play, gardening, or simply unwinding. A one-car garage adds convenience and storage. Heating is provided by cast iron iron baseboards and radiant heat in the mudroom, kitchen, hallway and first floor bath. Enjoy easy access to nearby parks (including a spray park for summer fun!), shopping, restaurants, public transportation, walking trails, major routes, and vibrant downtown Waltham. This home is a gem! Don't miss it!
Pending
$869,000
78 Lafayette St, Waltham, MA 02453
2beds
2,134sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
9,034 Square Feet Lot
$863,200 Zestimate®
$407/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
One-car garagePhenomenal backyardUpdated eat-in kitchenFinished walk-out lower levelUpdated bathThoughtful updatesWood floors
- 29 days
- 114
- 2
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gundersheim Group Real Estate 617-645-4086,
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors 617-286-6855,
Gundersheim Group Real Estate 617-645-4086
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73562850
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiant, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Office
- Flooring: Flooring - Wood
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,134
- Total interior livable area: 2,134 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,365
- Finished area below ground: 769
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9,034 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 837903
- Zoning: 1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waltham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $407/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $741,300
- Annual tax amount: $7,280
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
Estimated market value
$863,200
$820,000 - $906,000
$3,110/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Pending sale | $869,000$407/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73562850 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2026 | Contingent | $869,000$407/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73562850 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $869,000+148.3%$407/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73562850 Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2001 | Sold | $350,000$164/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,280 +2.6% | $741,300 +0.7% |
| 2024 | $7,097 +7% | $736,200 +14.6% |
| 2023 | $6,631 -5.9% | $642,500 +1.6% |
| 2022 | $7,047 +10.9% | $632,600 +12.7% |
| 2021 | $6,355 +3.9% | $561,400 +9.7% |
| 2020 | $6,117 +2% | $511,900 +8.1% |
| 2019 | $5,997 +10.3% | $473,700 +9.8% |
| 2018 | $5,439 +6.2% | $431,300 +5.7% |
| 2017 | $5,123 +4.6% | $407,900 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $4,897 | $400,100 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $4,897 +3.1% | $373,000 +5.5% |
| 2014 | $4,748 +2.1% | $353,500 +2.6% |
| 2013 | $4,650 +4.2% | $344,700 +3.1% |
| 2012 | $4,464 +2% | $334,400 |
| 2011 | $4,377 +1.3% | $334,400 -3% |
| 2010 | $4,321 +3.6% | $344,600 -6.6% |
| 2009 | $4,169 +5.1% | $368,900 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $3,966 +2.4% | $375,900 -3.2% |
| 2007 | $3,872 +0.2% | $388,400 +3.9% |
| 2006 | $3,863 +9.1% | $374,000 +4.5% |
| 2005 | $3,541 +7.4% | $358,000 |
| 2004 | $3,297 -5.2% | $358,000 -0.5% |
| 2003 | $3,478 +10.8% | $359,700 +20% |
| 2002 | $3,139 +11.8% | $299,800 +25% |
| 2000 | $2,808 +9% | $239,800 +18.6% |
| 1999 | $2,576 | $202,200 |
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