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56 Charles River Rd, Waltham, MA 02453

Charlesbank Garden Apartments offers 206 market-rate units across 13 detached buildings on 9.85 acres.

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Lot Size9.85 Acres
Days on Market121

Property Features for 56 Charles River Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Lot size 9.85 Acres
Property subtype Multifamily

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes
Multifamily Units 206
Listing Agency: MANSARD
Listed By: Jeremy Cyrier, CCIM, CRE · License #MA 9048314
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 11 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Jul 23 at 4:17PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Charlesbank Garden Apartments is a value-add multifamily community with 206 market-rate units spread across 13 detached, free-standing buildings. The unit mix is 76% two-bedroom and 24% one-bedroom. The property is described as family-developed, owned, and operated since the 1950s, with an opportunity to reposition units through upgrades that include kitchens, baths, paint, and carpet.

The property is located in Waltham, Massachusetts, about one-half mile from the Brandeis/Roberts MBTA Commuter Rail Station. The remarks also note that the location provides quick access to the Route 128/90 interchange, with proximity to Moody Street and an eight-minute walk to Brandeis University.

With 13 detached buildings and a larger two-bedroom component, the property presents a straightforward multifamily configuration for an investor seeking a repositioning program focused on interior unit upgrades.

Key Highlights

  • 206 market‑rate multifamily units across 13 detached, free‑standing buildings on 9.85 acres in Waltham, MA
  • Unit mix includes 76% two‑bedroom and 24% one‑bedroom apartments
  • Located about 0.5 mile from the Brandeis/Roberts MBTA Commuter Rail Station

Property Analytics

Current Use

Charlesbank Garden Apts Apartment Complex

Suggested Use

Top Pick Hair Salon Electrical Service Bakery Spa & Massage Center Barber Shop Restaurant

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

206
Residential units
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

451
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 02453, MA

31,854
Population
13,163
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
59%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
3.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
8,848
Density / Sq Mi
$114,029
Median Household Income
$58,036
Median Earnings
$2,063
Median Rent
$666,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Charlesbank Garden Apartments offers 206 market-rate units across 13 detached buildings on 9.85 acres.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 56 Charles River Rd Waltham, MA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 206 market‑rate multifamily units across 13 detached, free‑standing buildings on 9.85 acres in Waltham, MA; Unit mix includes 76% two‑bedroom and 24% one‑bedroom apartments; Located about 0.5 mile from the Brandeis/Roberts MBTA Commuter Rail Station
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