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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,366 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.08 Acres
  • Updated 9 hours ago

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81 Princeton Ave,Waltham, MA 02451

81 Princeton AveWalthamMA02451

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Welcome to this charming ranch in the very desirable Lakeview neighborhood. Here you will find a perfect blend of commuter convenience and neighborhood comfort. Sunlight fills the kitchen and living room, creating a warm welcome the moment you step inside. New HVAC with heat pump and central AC. Enjoy the cozy back porch and patio sitting area in a fenced-in level backyard. Basement offers tremendous potential-ready for finishing, expansion, storage, or workshop space. One block from Hardy Pond and Lazzazero park with a splash pad. Near Douglas MacArthur Elementary, Kennedy Middle School, and the new Waltham High School. Minutes from I95, Rte 2, and bus route. Convenient Off-street parking and a very pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. Move-in ready, with opportunities to bring your vision to life. Showings start at the first open house this Friday, May 1st.

Full Property Details for 81 Princeton Ave

General

  • Price: $699,000
  • Taxes: $5,185 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73507692
  • Updated: 5/2/2026
  • Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Bathroom 1: Hardwood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, 8.30 x 4.11, First, 34 Sq. Ft.
  • Bathroom 2: Basement

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bedroom: 11.50 x 10.90, First, 125 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 2: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Balcony/Deck, Lighting - Overhead, 12.20 x 11.50, First, 140 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 3: 11.50 x 9.10, First, 104 Sq. Ft.

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Hardwood Flooring, Picture Window(s), Recessed Lighting, 14.11 x 11.50, First, 162 Sq. Ft.
  • Kitchen: Upgraded Cabinets, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead, 13.50 x 11.50, Main, First, 155 Sq. Ft.
  • Laundry: Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Fenced Yard
  • Color: Brown

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

  • Area: Lakeview
  • County: Middlesex
  • Subdivision: Lakeview
  • Driving Directions: Follow GPS

School Information

  • Elementary School: Macarthur Elementary
  • Middle School: John F Kennedy
  • High School: Waltham High

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Central
  • Heating Zones: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range, Connection for Electric Dryer

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
  • Foundation Size: 3600
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Square Feet: 1,366
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Other
  • Year Built: 1960

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: .08
  • Frontage: Public
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $511.71
  • Tax Amount: $5,185
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Contract

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: Buyer and Buyer's agent to do their own due diligence. Currently, the property is tenant-occupied. Please reach out to the agent directly for access.
  • Property ID: WALTM022B014L0015, 829065
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Schools serving 81 Princeton Ave

School District:Waltham School District
NameGradesDistance
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
494 Lincoln Street, Waltham, MA 02451
K-50.4 mi
John F Kennedy Middle School, Waltham, MA
655 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452
6-80.7 mi
Waltham Sr High School
617 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452
9-120.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 81 Princeton Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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4/27/2026
Listed
$699,000
66.43%
MLS
8/14/2020
Sold
$420,000
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Tax History for 81 Princeton Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,185
6%
$528,000
4%
2024
$4,913
1%
$509,600
8%
2023
$4,885
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$473,400
8%
2022
$4,890
1%
$439,000
3%
2021
$4,837
1%
$427,300
7%
2020
$4,775
4%
$399,600
10%
2019
$4,606
10%
$363,800
10%
2018
$4,169
7%
$330,600
6%
2017
$3,907
7%
$311,100
4%
2016
$3,652
-1%
$298,400
7%
2015
$3,676
1%
$280,000
4%
2014
$3,625
1%
$269,900
1%
2013
$3,605
—
$267,200
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81 Princeton Ave, Waltham, MA 02451 (MLS# 73507692) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 81 Princeton Ave is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on April 27, 2026. This property is listed by MC Stewart from our Westford Office.Want to learn more about 81 Princeton Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Waltham? You can browse all Waltham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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