28 Galen Street, Waltham, MA 02451
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$970,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
3068 SQFT
0.24 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated Colonial in the desirable Highlands neighborhood. The main level features a fireplaced living room, hardwood floors, a flexible first-floor bedroom, office, and full bath. The custom chef’s kitchen offers cherry soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a large granite island, and a dining area with sliders to a deck and private backyard—ideal for entertaining. The partially finished basement includes a fireplaced family/playroom with a wet bar, laundry area, ample storage, and direct access to a workshop and yard. Major updates since 2018 include electrical, solar, renovated bath and basement, and conversion from oil to gas heating. Don’t miss this move-in ready gem!

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Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Laundromat
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Swimming Pool
  • Tennis Court
  • University

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X18
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 8X7
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet - Linen, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 7X7
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet - Linen, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X25
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Cable Hookup, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14X12
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Cable Hookup, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 13X12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Cable Hookup, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X13
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Exterior Access, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Family Room Dimensions: 21X21
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Features: Cable Hookup, Closet - Walk-in, Fireplace, Flooring - Vinyl, Recessed Lighting, Wet bar
  • Laundry Room Features: Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Walk Out

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Electric Baseboard, Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Water Baseboard
  • Heat Zones: 9
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps, Circuit Breakers
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Electric Dryer, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 3068
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Whole House Fan
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1950
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Construction Type: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Foundation Info: Concrete Block, Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, ET Irrigation Controller, Gutters, Patio, Screens, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall, Storage Shed
  • Road Type: Paved

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73488454
  • Last Updated: 03/18/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
03/18/2026New$970,000$316MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Pei-Chi Li, Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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