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127 Days on market
174 Forest Waltham — Photo 1 of 15
Recent Drop: $28,020
$1,298,000$1,269,980
$1,269,980
174 Forest, Waltham, MA 02452
Waltham, MA 02452 — Forest Park
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
SqFt
2,835
Style
Single Family
Built
1958
Just renovated Prestigious Forest Park/Gann Academy Locale! Intriguing Sprawling Raised Ranch with 3-bedrooms plus Den and 2.5 baths Featuring Large Bright Stone Fireplaced Living Room with Picture Window, Skylit Beamed Cathedral Ceiling Oversized Eat-In Kitchen with Sliding Glass Doors to Rear Deck & Private Tiered Fenced Yard, Formal Dining Room, New Roof, New Paint interior, polished and newly painted hardwood floors, Newer 2014 Designer Tile Bath, Newer Windows, Master Bedroom Suite with Newer 2018 Private Tile Bath and new countertop, Finished Lower Level Fireplaced Family Room & 1/2 Bath (new toilet), 2-year new Washer and Dryer, Central AC, Central Vacuum, Heated 2 CAR GARAGE, across street from Bentley University and 10 minutes’ drive to Brandeis University and More!
Market Value Analysis
This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →This Property$448/sqft
Local Avg (Waltham)$455/sqft
2% BelowMarket Average
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Waltham, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Original Price$1,298,000
Annual Taxes$9,621
Parking
Garage2
Off-Street6
Interior Specifications
Total Rooms11
Fireplaces2
FlooringWood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Hardwood
BasementFull, Finished, Sump Pump
Climate & Utilities
HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Building & Exterior
Construction--
RoofShingle
FoundationBlock
Zoning1
Property & Lot
Acres0.49
SqFt Lot21,550
Lot Features--
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Tankless Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Trash Compactor • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer • Vacuum System
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Private School • University
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenMaster BedroomBedroom 3Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Basement
Family Room
Unknown
Bedroom 2
Living Room
Lvl First19 x 13
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Dining Room
Lvl First12 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood, Slider
Kitchen
Lvl First24 x 21
Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Slider
Family Room
Lvl Basement24 x 21
Flooring - Vinyl
Master Bedroom
Lvl First16 x 12
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl null13 x 10
Bedroom 3
Lvl First12 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bathroom 2
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Property History
Listed
$5,600
Aug 12, 2026
MLS® 73562277
Price Drop
$1,269,980
Was $1,298,000
Jul 17, 2026
MLS® 73502479
Listed
$1,298,000
Apr 15, 2026
MLS® 73502479
Population
15,808
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$118K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
48.9%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,835 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 21,550 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Provided By
Listing Agent: Liang Tang
Listing Office: Fortune Finders Realty, LLC
MLS® Number: 73502479
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