CondominiumResidential
Last sold for $645,000 on Mar 29, 2021
16 COMMON ST
WALTHAM, MA 02451
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,741 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$645,000 · Mar 29, 2021
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$612,750
LEADER BANK NA · P · recorded Mar 29, 2021
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,823 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$694,800 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$694,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$751,830
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountyMIDDLESEX
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(1)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Thomas R Plympton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
District: Waltham School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02451These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,966
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,036 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,384
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,140
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
16 Common St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Middlesex County
- Among the newest homes in Bank Square
How it measures up in Waltham 02451
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02451.
Living area1,741 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 48% of homes nearby
Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger
Bigger than 50% of homes nearby
Year built2020
OlderTypical 1957Newer
Newer than almost all homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Bank Square | Waltham 02451 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,741 ft² | 45% of homes | 48% of homes | 46% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.18 ac | 67% of homes | 50% of homes | 30% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 2020 | almost all homes | almost all homes | almost all homes |
About 16 Common St
When did 16 Common St, Waltham, MA last sell?
16 Common St, Waltham, MA last sold on Mar 29, 2021 for $645,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 16 Common St, Waltham, MA?
16 Common St, Waltham, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,741 square feet of living space.
When was 16 Common St, Waltham, MA built?
16 Common St, Waltham, MA was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 16 Common St, Waltham, MA?
16 Common St, Waltham, MA is assigned to Thomas R Plympton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Waltham Sr High School (high), rated C; John F. Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Waltham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 16 Common St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02451?
Among the 4,967 homes in Waltham 02451, it is bigger than 48% of them (1,741 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2020 against a typical 1957). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 16 Common St, Waltham, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 16 Common St, Waltham, MA was $6,823. The county assessed it at $694,800.
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- 16 Common St Unit 1$785K0 ft · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,729 ft² · Sold $759K · Apr 2025
- 16 Common St Unit 2$789K0 ft · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,741 ft² · Sold Jun 2023
- 16 Common St Unit 4$815K0 ft · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,741 ft² · Sold $650K · Mar 2021
- 16 Common St Unit 50 ft · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,741 ft² · Sold $650K · Mar 2021
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- 18 Middle St$814K166 ft · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,494 ft² · Sold $456K · Apr 2015
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