46 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451
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$759,900

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,448 sqft

46 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451

Est. Mortgage $4,581/mo*
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1920
Price/Sqft
$525
Parking
1 Car Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Absolutely charming and lovingly cared-for Colonial nestled on a desirable corner lot! From the moment you arrive, this inviting home exudes warmth, character, and timeless appeal. The first floor offers a wonderful blend of comfortable living spaces and classic details, beginning with a cozy living room featuring a welcoming fireplace. Step into the bright and cheerful sunroom, where abundant natural light creates the perfect setting for morning coffee, quiet reading, or simply relaxing and enjoying the changing seasons. The open eat-in kitchen combines vintage flair with a warm, inviting feel, creating a delightful space for casual meals and everyday gatherings. The formal dining room is rich in character, featuring charming built-in cabinetry. A comfortable family room with walls of windows provides additional living space and a peaceful spot to unwind. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, offering plenty of room to relax and recharge, along with a cozy office tucked away for quiet work-from-home days, reading, or creative pursuits. A completely remodeled full bathroom adds a fresh, modern touch and thoughtful convenience to the home. Outside, the corner lot provides a lovely setting to enjoy the outdoors, while the convenient location puts shopping, restaurants, and everyday amenities close at hand. With Route 128 just 1.4 miles away, commuting and exploring the surrounding area is a breeze. Filled with warmth, character, and thoughtful care, this delightful Colonial is just waiting for its new owners.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of TEAM Metrowest, (508) 223-7583
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, (508) 655-1211
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73571000
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

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Thursday, September 03
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Home Details for 46 Prentice St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Garage Access,Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1448 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated Windows, ScreensDoor: Insulated DoorsFlooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring Wall To Wall Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleExterior: Sprinkler System, ScreensFoundation: Concrete PerimeterSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Attached,Under,Garage Door Opener,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1448

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:R049 B:0013 L:0009, 833344

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $759,900Price Per Sqft: $525

Active Status

MLS Status: New

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Location

Direction & Address
City: Waltham
School Information
Elementary School: PlymptonJr High / Middle School: KennedyHigh School: Waltham Hs

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73571000

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1448 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, UniversityNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6029 sqft

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73571000Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1448

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsLaundromatHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolUniversity

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$746K
Since last month
Decreased$7K (-1%)
Since last year
Decreased$33K (-4.6%)
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 +42% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$693K
August 2026$692K
July 2026$700K
June 2026$723K
May 2026$726K
April 2026$723K
March 2026$714K
February 2026$693K
January 2026$690K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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
37 Upland Rd, Waltham, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$667,400
06/08/26
3
1
1,004
42 Lawrence St, Waltham, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$925,000
07/29/26
3
1.5
1,447
20 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$747,000
07/20/26
3
2
1,430
69 Jennings Rd, Waltham, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,855
36 Boynton St, Waltham, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$650,000
10/30/25
2
1
918
14 Claremont St, Waltham, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$802,000
12/09/25
3
1
1,622
81 Prentice St, Waltham, MA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$732,500
10/10/25
4
1.5
1,817
4 Summit St, East Freetown, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$430,000
06/22/26
2
2
909
74 Galen St, Waltham, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/07/26
2
1.5
1,333

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
20 Sartell Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.04
$1,036,300
3
1.5
1,855
Off Market
140 Hawthorne Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.04
$1,300,100
3
2.5
1,980
Off Market
38 Sartell Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.09
$886,000
3
1
1,804
Off Market
81 Hawthorne Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.09
$962,600
3
1.5
2,002
Off Market
25 Jennings Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.09
$921,500
3
2
1,679
Off Market
78 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451
0.08
$914,000
3
2
2,129
Off Market
77 Hawthorne Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.10
$1,245,900
4
2.5
3,536
Off Market
74 Hawthorne Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.10
$770,200
3
1.5
1,547
Off Market
77 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451
0.09
$824,900
3
1.5
1,470
For Sale
14 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451
0.08
$861,600
3
1.5
1,900
Off Market
12-14 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
0.07
-
5
3
3,906
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 2, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73571000
Listed For Sale
$759,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

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Agent Phone: (508) 223-7583
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Frequently asked questions about 46 Prentice St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 46 Prentice St?
    Based on a $759,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 46 Prentice St in Waltham, MA is approximately $4,737 (about $4,022 principal & interest, $640 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 46 Prentice St compare to homes in Waltham?
    46 Prentice St in Waltham, MA is listed at $759,900, about 3% below the $786K median sale price in Waltham.
  • What do residents say about Waltham?
    Residents describe Waltham, MA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Waltham, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 46 Prentice St?
    The closest schools to 46 Prentice St in Waltham, MA are John F Kennedy Middle School (rated 8/10), Thomas R Plympton Elementary School (rated 5/10), Waltham Sr High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 46 Prentice St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 46 Prentice St in Waltham, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 46 Prentice St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 46 Prentice St in Waltham, MA has in-unit laundry.
46 Prentice St, Waltham, MA 02451 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,448 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Sep 2, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73571000.