56 Summit St, Waltham, MA 02451
SOLD
AUG 29, 2025

56 Summit St
Waltham, MA 02451

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,224 sqft

$940,000

Last Sold: Aug 29, 2025
0% over list $940K
$423/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,496/mo*

$940,000

Last Sold: Aug 29, 2025
0% over list $940K
$423/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,496/mo*
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,224 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Beautifully renovated Colonial in the sought-after Highlands blends classic charm with modern updates. The oversized granite kitchen includes custom cabinetry, pantry, and new stainless appliances. Enjoy spacious living and entertaining with a fireplaced living room, formal dining room with built-in hutch, and 1st floor family room. Five generous bedrooms offer excellent closet space, plus a 2nd floor office and 1st floor laundry. Features include period gumwood trim, hardwood floors, updated tile baths, central A/C with smart thermostat, and newer windows. Walk-up attic, large basement, and newer fenced yard with smart irrigation. Outdoor perks: ipe deck with retractable awning, gas grill hookup, raised garden, Hardie siding and Azek trim (2020), newer roof (2008), and native landscaping with lighting. Newer hot water heater (2022) and water/gas mains. Steps to public transit, shops, MCRT bike path, and Prospect Hill Park’s 200+ acres of trails.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 29, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$423/sqft
Listed
145 days ago

Home Details for 56 Summit St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2224 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Outdoor Gas Grill HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, FreezerDishwasherDisposalLaundry: First Floor,Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Stone Slate, Flooring Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Scenic View(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, DeckFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedExterior: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill HookupFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 2No GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2224

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924
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:050 B:019 L:0001, 833668

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $939,900Price Per Sqft: $423/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Aug 05 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: WalthamCommunity: Highlands
School Information
Elementary School: PlymptonJr High / Middle School: McdevittHigh School: Waltham

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2224 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public SchoolNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73405024Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2224

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsBike PathPublic School
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Hans Brings RESULTS, (781) 283-0500
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham, (781) 893-0808
Bought with: Hans Brings RESULTS, (781) 283-0500, Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham, (781) 893-0808
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73405024

Price History for 56 Summit St

DatePriceEventSource
08/29/2025$940,000Sold
MLS PIN #73405024
07/24/2025$939,900ContingentMLS PIN #73405024
07/16/2025$939,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73405024
12/18/2015$570,500Sold
N/A
11/04/2015$589,900PendingAgent Provided
10/23/2015$589,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/01/2015$599,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/15/2012$540,000Sold
N/A
03/01/2012$545,000Listed For SaleN/A
02/28/2006$509,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,158
Assessment$830,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 56 Summit St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.19
Single-Family Home
$732,500
10/10/25
4
1.5
1,817
0.18
Single-Family Home
$960,000
12/30/25
5
3
2,004
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,855
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,060,000
04/24/26
4
2
3,068
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,172,000
10/24/25
4
2.5
3,536
0.06
Single-Family Home
$790,000
12/15/25
3
2.5
1,443
0.21
Single-Family Home
$699,900
04/08/26
3
1
2,114
0.12
Single-Family Home
$850,000
09/04/25
3
2.5
4,536
0.25
Single-Family Home
$802,000
12/09/25
3
1
1,622

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Waltham

At least 463 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 "
  • 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."
  • Trulia User
    "local neighborhood Yard sale. community events that are going to have you tried the rest of the day. "
  • Trulia User
    "Everyone picks up after themselves. Everyone is nice and keep all their areas cleaned and well maintained. "
  • 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 "
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • Chris G.
    "great people to live amongst, kids friendly, multi cultured, pleasant, non violent, lots of work opportunities, and good Colleges to attend.."
  • 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! "
  • 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"
  • Sadou07
    "they do not pick up there trash some time when I'm walking in the park I see poop all over the plase"
  • Gmanfendi
    "Movies, festivals, fairs, farmers markets and yard sales on the weekends make it a pretty cool place to live "
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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 "
  • 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"
  • 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."
  • Dawn
    "To drive myself during the rush hour commute can stink but it is better than many towns around here."
  • Rita G.
    "Kayaking son the Charles River, canoeing, watching geese and swans. Walking dogs, seeing neighbors, eating at Brelundi restaurant "
  • Kevin W.
    "It’s all good very diverse here in Waltham lots of different people — races but also different siocioeconomics "
  • Namala E.
    "its just convenient to the city and restaurants. Good private schools . safe neighborhood and friendly "
  • Ravi
    "None. There are absolutely no community events and that has been the most disappointing experience since we moved here"
  • Garo M.
    "Great location close proximity to everything, safe, well maintained, and a great area for families. "
  • Sandra H.
    "I've lived in Waltham my whole life. it has different people here but that's what keeps it interesting"
  • Fainsue
    "Not a lot of cars, lots of side roads to walk on. Seems like more and more families are getting doggy's!!! "
  • 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"
  • Lara D.
    "Friendly people and safety spot. Easy transportation and great restaurants around. Great place for a family."
  • 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."
  • 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 "
  • 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. "
  • df
    "Easy area to walk - paths, residential, green space. Pet friendly neighbors. Plenty of dog/pet care, vets, pet supply stores."
  • Debrafletcher03
    "Great central location - morning and evening commute can be anywhere from 25-45 minutes depending on traffic."

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56 Summit St, Waltham, MA 02451 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,224 sqft single-family home built in 1924. This property is not currently available for sale. 56 Summit St was last sold on Aug 29, 2025 for $940,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $939,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 56 Summit St is $941,100.