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20 Bacon Street, Waltham, Massachusetts 02451, United States|Bank Square
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Property Overview
16-20 Bacon St in Waltham has received a strong Zumper expert rating of 7.9/10, showcasing its appeal to renters. With an impressive price rating of 8/10 and an amenities rating of 9/10, the property balances cost and features effectively. Additionally, its prime location score of 9/10 highlights convenient access to essential services and transportation, while a trustworthiness rating of 7/10 reflects transparency about the property, complemented by 12 photos for prospective renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham - 18-6 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 599 sqft | $2,050 /mo | Heat, water, hot water and one parking space included! Step into a beautifully renovated home, perfectly positioned for convenience and lifestyle in Waltham. Located just seconds from Main Street, you're at the heart of it all - shopping, restaurants, and more, right at your doorstep. With easy access to both i95 and i90, your commute just got easier. Despite its central location, this home enjoys the tranquility of a side street setting. Laundry needs are covered with a card-operated system in the basement and bonus with heat and water included. Security deposit, first month's rent, and last month's rent required. |
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Amenities for 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham
Apartment Amenities
| Heat | Hot Water |
| Utilities/Sewer |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
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Building details
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About 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham
Heat, water, hot water and one parking space included! Step into a beautifully renovated home, perfectly positioned for convenience and lifestyle in Waltham. Located just seconds from Main Street, you're at the heart of it all - shopping, restaurants, and more, right at your doorstep. With easy access to both i95 and i90, your commute just got easier. Despite its central location, this home enjoys the tranquility of a side street setting. Laundry needs are covered with a card-operated system in the basement and bonus with heat and water included. Security deposit, first month's rent, and last month's rent required.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.9
/10
Very Good16-20 Bacon St, Waltham is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Bank Square. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
16-20 Bacon St, Waltham goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
16-20 Bacon St, Waltham is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
16-20 Bacon St, Waltham provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Bank Square
1-bedroom apartments at 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bank Square.
Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Bank Square
Waltham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,311 |
| January 2024 | $2,125 |
| February 2024 | $2,000 |
| March 2024 | $2,200 |
| April 2024 | $2,262 |
| May 2024 | $2,258 |
| June 2024 | $2,260 |
| July 2024 | $2,265 |
| August 2024 | $2,330 |
| September 2024 | $2,700 |
| October 2024 | $2,806 |
| November 2024 | $2,778 |
| December 2024 | $2,770 |
| January 2025 | $2,752 |
| February 2025 | $2,721 |
| March 2025 | $2,747 |
| April 2025 | $2,823 |
| May 2025 | $2,818 |
| June 2025 | $2,754 |
| July 2025 | $2,571 |
| August 2025 | $2,557 |
| September 2025 | $2,695 |
| October 2025 | $2,744 |
| November 2025 | $2,713 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,400 |
| January 2024 | $2,390 |
| February 2024 | $2,075 |
| March 2024 | $2,180 |
| April 2024 | $2,103 |
| May 2024 | $2,041 |
| June 2024 | $1,966 |
| July 2024 | $2,200 |
| August 2024 | $2,350 |
| September 2024 | $2,350 |
| October 2024 | $2,398 |
| November 2024 | $2,504 |
| December 2024 | $2,584 |
| January 2025 | $2,476 |
| February 2025 | $2,218 |
| March 2025 | $2,245 |
| April 2025 | $2,293 |
| May 2025 | $2,258 |
| June 2025 | $2,383 |
| July 2025 | $2,348 |
| August 2025 | $2,718 |
| September 2025 | $2,441 |
| October 2025 | $2,333 |
| November 2025 | $2,531 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 20 Bacon Street?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$82,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $82,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,050.
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Schools near 16-20 Bacon St, Waltham
Thomas R. Plympton Elementary School
20 farnsworth st
waltham, MA, 2451
K-5Public
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Getting around Waltham near 20 Bacon Street
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 20 Bacon Street, Waltham
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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