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71 Farnum Road Waltham — Photo 1 of 35

$699,900

71 Farnum Road, Waltham, MA 02453

Waltham, MA 02453 — Warrendale

Beds

Baths

SqFt

1,224

Style

Single Family

Built

1940

Attention builders, developers, renovators, and contractors! Highly desirable Warrendale neighborhood. Adorable Cape situated on a huge private 1/4-acre lot offering endless possibilities. Renovate, restore, or build new. The existing home features a fireplaced living room, original full cabinet kitchen, first floor full tile bath, one car garage, and central air conditioning. Outstanding opportunity to create your dream home in one of Waltham’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Convenient to public transportation, shopping, restaurants, parks, Fitzgerald School, and more.

Immersive Experience

Picture Plan Tour

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$572/sqft

Local Avg (Waltham)$467/sqft

22% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Waltham, MA.

Financials

Original Price$699,900

Annual Taxes$4,580

Parking

Garage1

Off-Street3

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6

Fireplaces1

FlooringTile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood

BasementFull, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas

CoolingCentral Air

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofShingle

FoundationBlock

Zoning1

Property & Lot

Acres0.22

SqFt Lot9,705

Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Range

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second

Master BedroomBedroom 2

First

Living RoomKitchenBedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 1

Living Room

Lvl First

16 x 12

Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen

Lvl First

13 x 11

Flooring - Laminate

Master Bedroom

Lvl Second

14 x 14

Closet, Flooring - Laminate

Bedroom 2

Lvl Second

12 x 11

Bedroom 3

Lvl First

11 x 11

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4

Lvl First

12 x 10

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1

Lvl First

Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Population

31,591

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$115K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

56.6%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 612 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,224 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 9,705 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Waltham, MA market report ZIP 02453 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Hans Brings Results

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham

MLS® Number: 73560033