153 Watson Road, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
$8,800
$8,600/mo
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About this home
Federal style single family Colonial located on lovely residential street. Offering elegant living room with fireplace and built-in bookcases, adjacent enclosed sunroom, gracious dining room accented with paneled chair railing and period chandelier. Country kitchen with quality appliances and 4 season porch, overlooking landscaped fenced in yard completes the first floor. Spacious master bedroom includes cedar closets. Radiant floor heating, walk-in shower, double sinks and full bath with marble surround compliments the master bathroom. Generous size additional bedrooms. Added features are; double stack W/D on 2nd floor, finished basement, steam shower on lower level, newer boiler and detached single car garage. Convenient to highly acclaimed Belmont schools. Public transportation and local golf course nearby. Pets considered on a case by case basis.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
2.3%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 27, 2026
New showing requirements
Price Reduced
Jun 26, 2026
$8,600
$200
(-2.27%)
From $8,800 to $8,600 (-2.3%)
Listed for Rent
May 21, 2026
$8,800
Original listing
Office: Donnelly + Co.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 06/26/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $8,600 | $200 | - | From $8,800 to $8,600 (-2.3%) |
| 05/21/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $8,800 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1860
Living Area
3,500 sq ft
Lot Size
5,882 sq ft
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
9
Rental Details
Available
Aug 1, 2026
Lease Term
Other,Lease Terms(12 Mos),Term of Rental(12 Mos)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer, Gardener
Security Deposit
$8,800
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Appraiser
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
68 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1860
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,500 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,500 sq ft above grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1860
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Nearby Schools
School District
Belmont School District local
A+
School Safety
2024-25
0.6%
Low
0.6%
Suspensions
0.8%
In-School
4.9% below state avg
Elementary Schools
7 schools
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#159 of 824
|
Score: 56.7
Dropped 9 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
1,023 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 04-06
Belmont Day School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
CNS/Pathways Academy
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.2 mi
|
#12 of 824
|
Score: 65.9
Improved 36 spots from last year
+7.7 above state avg
238 students
Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
A-
Roger E Wellington School
0.6 mi
|
#250 of 824
|
Score: 52.4
Dropped 232 spots from last year
-5.8 below state avg
426 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-03
A+
Winn Brook School
0.9 mi
|
#50 of 824
|
Score: 62.3
Improved 29 spots from last year
+4.1 above state avg
304 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
A+
Daniel Butler School
1.3 mi
|
#76 of 824
|
Score: 60.7
Improved 2 spots from last year
+2.5 above state avg
261 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-03
Middle Schools
1 school
A+
Belmont Middle School
0.6 mi
|
#15 of 352
|
Score: 62.5
Dropped 13 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
742 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
High Schools
4 schools
Le Sallay Studies
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Arlington School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
Belmont Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Belmont High School
0.5 mi
|
#10 of 346
|
Score: 75.5
Same rank as last year
+17.3 above state avg
1,454 students
Diverse
21 sports
• 2,714 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Location
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Neighborhood
153 Watson Road, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Barbara Pompea
Listing Office
Donnelly + Co.
Office Phone
617-982-0160
Agent MLS ID
BB900315
Office MLS ID
AN3373
Listing Data Updated
Jul 28, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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