Massachusetts Middlesex County Waltham Highlands Waltham

$3,400 Total Monthly Price

78 Elson Rd Unit 1

Waltham, MA 02451

617-842-1350

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,200 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Medical Services
Property is near public transit and schools
Wood Flooring
Main Floor Primary Bedroom
Solid Surface Countertops
Jogging Path

78 Elson Rd Unit 1

About This Home

$3,400 deposit, Available Now

GORGIOUS is the word that describes this beautiful two bedroom apartment which is situated in a well-maintained home offering a desirable open floor plan between the living room and dining room with a built in cabinet,very large modern eat-in-kitchen with SS appliances,newer modern full bathroom,2 great size bedrooms plus a sunroom which is perfect for a home office. Gleaming hardwood floors,washer/dryer in the lower level along with lots of storage space. There is a one car garage parking plus one off street parking spot. Great location near most major highways and public transportation,shops and restaurants. No smokers,Owner may consider a pet. MLS ID 73507250

78 Elson Rd is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02451 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Primary Bedroom on Main 1 Full Bathroom 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

Wood Flooring 1,200 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Solid Surface Countertops Range Microwave Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,400 Property Available on 6/1/26 12 Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 833936 Rent includes water, sewer

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Outdoor Features

Porch

Parking

1 Car Garage 2 Open Parking Spaces

Utilities

No Cooling

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Recreation

Jogging Path Bike Trail

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $3,400

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Contact

Listed by Jeanne Umbrello | Wal-Lex Realty
Phone Number
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City - Waltham

Located 11 miles west of Boston along the Charles River, Waltham combines metropolitan accessibility with tree-lined neighborhoods. The city earned its "Watch City" nickname through its historic watchmaking industry and now houses both Brandeis and Bentley Universities. The rental market remains competitive, with average rents ranging from $2,002 for studios to $3,843 for three-bedroom units. Housing options span from riverside apartment communities to historic homes in established neighborhoods like Piety Corner and the Highlands.

Moody Street, known locally as "Restaurant Row," serves as the city's downtown hub, featuring an international array of restaurants and independent shops. The Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation chronicles the area's manufacturing legacy, while the riverside paths offer miles of walking and cycling routes. Residents enjoy access to several parks and green spaces, including the preserved Gore Place estate and the scenic Prospect Hill Park.

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Amenities

Dishwasher
Microwave

Range
Refrigerator

Porch

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Brandeis University	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi
Bentley University	Drive:	6 min	2.4 mi
Boston College, Brighton	Drive:	16 min	6.4 mi
Boston College	Drive:	14 min	6.8 mi

78 Elson Rd Unit 1 is within 5 minutes or 1.8 miles from Brandeis University. It is also near Bentley University and Boston College.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Waltham include Riverside Station, located 3.6 miles from 78 Elson Rd Unit 1. 78 Elson Rd Unit 1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 14.8 miles or 26 minutes away, and Worcester Regional, located 40.6 miles or 59 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Riverside Station	Drive:	8 min	3.6 mi
Woodland Station	Drive:	9 min	4.1 mi
Waban Station	Drive:	11 min	4.7 mi
Eliot Station	Drive:	13 min	5.5 mi
Newton Centre Station	Drive:	12 min	5.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Waltham	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Waltham	Walk:	20 min	1.0 mi
Brandeis/Roberts	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Kendal Green	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Auburndale	Drive:	13 min	7.7 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	26 min	14.8 mi
Worcester Regional	Drive:	59 min	40.6 mi

Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

70 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 78 Elson Rd Unit 1.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Main Street Marketplace	Walk:	8 min	0.5 mi
Waltham Crossing	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
1265 Main	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi

78 Elson Rd Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Beaver Brook Reservation	Drive:	6 min	3.1 mi
Land's Sake Farm	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi
Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary	Drive:	11 min	5.0 mi
Mass Audubon's Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary	Drive:	10 min	5.6 mi
Hemlock Gorge Reservation	Drive:	13 min	7.8 mi

78 Elson Rd Unit 1 has 5 parks within 7.8 miles, including Beaver Brook Reservation, Land's Sake Farm, and Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary.