42 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451
OFF MARKET

42 Prentice St
Waltham, MA 02451

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,580 sqft

$788,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,739/mo*
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$788,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,739/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,580 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Open Houses: Thurs. Oct 8, 5pm-6:30; Sat Oct 10th 11-1pm & Sun, Oct. 11th 12-2pm! Set in Waltham's sought after Highlands neighborhood, this picture-perfect bungalow offers 2-3 bedrooms / 1 bathroom. Thoroughly updated over the years, this move-in ready home features a desirable floor plan as each room effortlessly flows into the next. The kitchen was fully renovated in 2009 w/ breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, Caesarstone counters, backsplash, & tile floor and is open to the dining room. The main level boasts a nice-sized bedroom w/ another office/bedroom, & the bath is updated w/ tile, a new vanity & sink. The 2nd level is large & open for bedroom or flex space w/ excellent storage incl. built-in drawers, skylight, window seat, & large closet area. Plentiful basement storage, a professionally landscaped yard & patio; GARAGE & driveway for four cars; enclosed front porch; numerous updates including paint, on-demand hot water system, & more! Won't last long - call today!
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Home Details for 42 Prentice St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price History for 42 Prentice St

DatePriceEventSource
11/30/2015$450,000Sold
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10/14/2015$399,900PendingAgent Provided
10/06/2015$399,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/27/2009$353,000Sold
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11/22/2008$364,900PriceChange
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10/25/2008$369,900PriceChange
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10/03/2008$379,900PriceChange
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09/14/2008$384,900PriceChange
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08/06/2008$389,900PriceChange
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06/19/2008$399,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/10/2003$325,000Sold
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12/02/1992$140,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,214
Assessment$632,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 42 Prentice St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
20 Jennings Rd, Waltham, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$600,000
05/11/26
2
1
1,475
66 Guinan St, Waltham, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$700,000
08/21/25
3
1
1,636
81 Prentice St, Waltham, MA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$732,500
10/10/25
4
1.5
1,817
69 Jennings Rd, Waltham, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,855
14 Claremont St, Waltham, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$802,000
12/09/25
3
1
1,622
14 Willard St, Waltham, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$699,900
04/08/26
3
1
2,114
51 Caldwell Rd, Waltham, MA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$685,000
10/31/25
3
1.5
1,762
36 Boynton St, Waltham, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$650,000
10/30/25
2
1
918
56 Summit St, Waltham, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$940,000
08/29/25
5
2
2,224
12 Russell St, Waltham, MA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$695,000
05/30/25
3
2
1,801

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What Locals Say about Waltham

At least 462 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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  • Taha Abdul Rehman
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "local neighborhood Yard sale. community events that are going to have you tried the rest of the day. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone picks up after themselves. Everyone is nice and keep all their areas cleaned and well maintained. "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Geetha. G
    "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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  • Lynne S
    "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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  • df
    "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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42 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,580 sqft single-family home built in 1930. This property is not currently available for sale. 42 Prentice St was last sold on Nov 30, 2015 for $450,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 42 Prentice St is $788,000.