20 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
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SOLD
JUL 20, 2026

$747,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,430 sqft

20 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451

Est. Refi. Payment $4,494/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 20, 2026 for $747,000 (0% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$747K
Since last month
$100 (0%)
Since last year
Decreased$28K (-3.7%)
Since last sale
$100 (0%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +54% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$747K
August 2026$743K
July 2026$747K
June 2026$774K
May 2026$747K
April 2026$771K
March 2026$767K
February 2026$746K
January 2026$742K
2025
2024
2023
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
81 Prentice St, Waltham, MA
0.16
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10/10/25
4
1.5
1,817
42 Lawrence St, Waltham, MA
0.25
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$925,000
07/29/26
3
1.5
1,447
69 Jennings Rd, Waltham, MA
0.21
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$1,125,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,855
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0.40
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$685,000
10/31/25
3
1.5
1,762
20 Jennings Rd, Waltham, MA
0.16
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$600,000
05/11/26
2
1
1,475
37 Summit St, Waltham, MA
0.35
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$790,000
12/15/25
3
2.5
1,443
41 Auburn St, Waltham, MA
0.34
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$795,000
04/09/26
3
1.5
2,221
200 Weston St, Waltham, MA
0.52
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$714,000
08/17/26
3
1
1,248
91 Prentice St, Waltham, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$960,000
12/30/25
5
3
2,004

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
12-14 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.02
-
5
3
3,906
Off Market
8 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.03
$793,600
3
1.5
1,231
Off Market
50 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.07
$818,900
3
2
1,344
Off Market
9-11 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.03
-
6
2
2,925
Off Market
14 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451
0.05
$861,600
3
1.5
1,900
Off Market
61 Columbus Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
0.05
$809,200
4
1.5
2,534
Off Market
140 Hawthorne Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.07
$1,300,100
3
2.5
1,980
Off Market
41 Columbus Ave #2, Waltham, MA 02451
0.07
$602,200
2
1.5
918
Off Market
42 Sterling Rd #2, Waltham, MA 02451
0.09
$659,500
2
1
1,475
Off Market
75 Columbus Ave #75, Waltham, MA 02451
0.06
-
2
1.5
1,197
Off Market
51 Prospect Hill Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.06
$798,500
3
2
1,718
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1987
1,430 sqft
$522/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

Set in Waltham’s sought-after Highlands neighborhood, this move-in ready home offers an exceptional blend of location and lifestyle. Enjoy outstanding walkability with the rail trail just outside your door, plus grocery shopping and daily essentials nearby. Close to vibrant Moody Street—Waltham’s renowned restaurant row—offering an array of dining, cafés, and nightlife. Commuters will appreciate easy access to MBTA Bus 70 (approximately a 5–6 minute walk), the commuter rail (1.2 miles), and major routes including I-95/128 and the Mass Pike. Ideally situated near major hospitals and universities. Inside, a spacious family room with fireplace flows into an eat-in kitchen overlooking the fenced backyard and deck, creating an easy connection for everyday living and entertaining. The lower level features a mudroom off the one-car garage, laundry, and excellent storage. With 3 generous bedrooms and 2 full baths, this home delivers comfort, function, and a location that truly stands out.
20 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,430 sqft single-family home built in 1987. It last sold for the $749,000 asking price on Jul 20, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $747,100, with a rent estimate of $3,271/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by The Macchi Group, (508) 509-4236
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, (781) 235-5000
Trina Macchi, (508) 509-4236
Bought with: Hans Brings RESULTS, (781) 283-0500, Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham, (781) 893-0808
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73513377

Home Details for 20 Elson Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Garage AccessNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1430 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Electric Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In BasementRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric BaseboardHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoFloors: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached,Under,Storage,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1200Finished Area (below surface): 230

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Beverage Refrigerator In LlParcel Number: M:058 B:004 L:0004, 835544

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $749,000Price Per Sqft: $522/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jun 02 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Waltham
School Information
Elementary School: Plympton ElJr High / Middle School: Kennedy MsHigh School: Waltham Hs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1430 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, UniversityNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3751 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Financing

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73513377Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1200

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkMedical FacilityHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPublic SchoolUniversity

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 20, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73513377
Sold
$747,000
Jun 3, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73513377
Pending
$749,000
May 21, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73513377
Contingent
$749,000
May 15, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73513377
PriceChange
$749,000
Price decreased by 6%
May 6, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73513377
Listed For Sale
$799,000

Market trends in Waltham

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$786K
$8.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$496
$24MoM
Available listings
102
7MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Waltham

At least 464 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Lauren Wendoloski
    "There’s alot you could do with your kids in Waltham , including parks library, and pools! And easy access to transportation "
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    "Safe neighbourhood. Great parks for kids and adults. 10 minutes walk to public transport. Local market and grocery shopping at 10 minutes walk. Harvard sq is 15 minutes drive."
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    "local neighborhood Yard sale. community events that are going to have you tried the rest of the day. "
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    "Everyone picks up after themselves. Everyone is nice and keep all their areas cleaned and well maintained. "
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    "Easy with 95 and 90 both close by and you usually go against traffic. Waltham has a bit of traffic going into it but it’s easy in general "
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    "I currently live in Waltham near the Waltham Square. It’s a great neighborhood with excellent restaurants, good grocery stores, public library, bus stops etc all within walking distance. It’s a relatively safe area and the neighbors are friendly."
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  • Darby
    "There are tons of families here and it seems to be fairly diverse. Also has several parks, a small movie theater, and seems to be up and coming. "
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  • D. Erin
    "Like that there are dog park nearby, lots of walking trails in the area. Wouldn’t like the loud, speeding cars at all hours of the day and night. "
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  • Mark H.
    "Very nice, salt of the earth community. Although cramped, the area is fun & worth every dollar. We enjoy being in this area with our new family. Dog friendly."
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  • Dorii
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time and they are super nice and most of the time let you pet their dog. I think people here are friendly and learn to control their dogs and pick up after them so the place is always clean. "
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  • Bryantthomasj
    "Quiet, convenient, friendly neighborhood. Lots of wildlife and mature trees. A real foodie town. I have loved the 17 years I’ve been here. "
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  • Chris G.
    "great people to live amongst, kids friendly, multi cultured, pleasant, non violent, lots of work opportunities, and good Colleges to attend.."
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  • Allanramos1010
    "Plenty of actually decent to good schools that I went to, also there is a lot of people from all over the world which I think it’s important for children to experience from a early age! "
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  • Davidlima06
    "Waltham is a unique place to live lots of Great people and also a good great workers ! Also is a very safe place you can walk knowing that you’re in a great Community"
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  • Sadou07
    "they do not pick up there trash some time when I'm walking in the park I see poop all over the plase"
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  • Gmanfendi
    "Movies, festivals, fairs, farmers markets and yard sales on the weekends make it a pretty cool place to live "
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  • Caitlyn C.
    "Living off of moody street is fun and convenient. The area feels safe as well and I love that I’m so close to Boston. "
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  • Adanary O
    "Waltham residents would like a dog park built. So majority of us don’t have to go to Watertown to bring our dogs. "
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  • Gmanfendi
    "It’s a good neighborhood and pretty good place to live... I’ve lived in this area for years so I am pretty satisfied "
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  • Aliza Z. C.
    "I've lived here for two years now, and I love it. Being near the Charles River makes for beautiful walks. Being in the center of restaurants and small businesses never leaves you out of things to do"
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  • Gburrion
    "People walk around with their dogs all the time, but most places do not allow them inside. There is a very nice dog park at Trapelo Rd and Waverley oaks Rd intersection."
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  • Dawn
    "To drive myself during the rush hour commute can stink but it is better than many towns around here."
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  • Rita G.
    "Kayaking son the Charles River, canoeing, watching geese and swans. Walking dogs, seeing neighbors, eating at Brelundi restaurant "
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  • Kevin W.
    "It’s all good very diverse here in Waltham lots of different people — races but also different siocioeconomics "
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  • Namala E.
    "its just convenient to the city and restaurants. Good private schools . safe neighborhood and friendly "
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  • Ravi
    "None. There are absolutely no community events and that has been the most disappointing experience since we moved here"
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  • Garo M.
    "Great location close proximity to everything, safe, well maintained, and a great area for families. "
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  • Sandra H.
    "I've lived in Waltham my whole life. it has different people here but that's what keeps it interesting"
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  • Fainsue
    "Not a lot of cars, lots of side roads to walk on. Seems like more and more families are getting doggy's!!! "
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  • Edixjunior
    "typical of a suburb, except on rt 20 (main st) thats a bit too much of traffic, but often clears up after 9 am and after 8 pm and the noise is not that bad"
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  • Lara D.
    "Friendly people and safety spot. Easy transportation and great restaurants around. Great place for a family."
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    "Numerous ways to go to minimize commute time. Close to major highways and lots of other back roads available to get into the city in a reasonable amount of time."
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  • Jean C. M. R.
    "Waltham is a nice quiet Town that is self sustainable. close to the major highways and relatively close to Boston. I moved due to work up on North, and also due to the recent increases in rent for apartments "
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  • Hilary B
    "Without a car commute can be a challenge at times, but it’s doable. Many buses in the area and commuter rail to north station. "
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    "Easy area to walk - paths, residential, green space. Pet friendly neighbors. Plenty of dog/pet care, vets, pet supply stores."
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  • Debrafletcher03
    "Great central location - morning and evening commute can be anywhere from 25-45 minutes depending on traffic."
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Frequently asked questions about 20 Elson Rd

  • What is 20 Elson Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 20 Elson Rd in Waltham, MA is $747,100.
  • What is the price history for 20 Elson Rd?
    20 Elson Rd in Waltham, MA last sold for $747,000 in July 2026.
  • Is Waltham a buyer's or seller's market?
    Waltham is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Waltham?
    The median sale price in Waltham is $786K. That is down $8.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 20 Elson Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 20 Elson Rd in Waltham, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 20 Elson Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 20 Elson Rd in Waltham, MA has in-unit laundry.

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