Dimensions15.1 x 13.2
FeaturesCedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
291 Brighton St, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
$1,199,000
$995,000
Est. $6,268/month
About this home
Historic Thaddeus Frost House (c. 1827), a rare Federal-style Colonial prominently sited on a picturesque 12,486 sq ft corner lot in the sought-after Winn Brook area near Belmont Center. Rich in period detail and architectural character, this distinctive property features wide pine floors, original millwork, built-ins, and multiple fireplaces. A unique opportunity for contractors, developers, restoration specialists, or buyers seeking a significant restoration project or the opportunity to build a new home in a premier Belmont location. Convenient to Belmont Center, Route 2, public transportation, Cambridge, Boston, and Winn Brook Elementary School.Property requires extensive structural rehabilitation and is being sold strictly as-is. Significant termite damage exists to main beams, sills, and numerous joists; the foundation also requires substantial restoration. Visible knob-and-tube wiring is present, and the house will require rewiring. The home is not connected to town sewer; the Town has no records regarding a septic system or cesspool. The Thaddeus Frost House is listed on the Town and Massachusetts Registry of Historic Homes and is located within its own Historic District. EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS,ADDITIONS, OR DEMOLITION TO BUILD A NEW HOME, require a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from the Belmont Historic Commission. The Commission may enact a one-year demolition delay. Any construction of a new home, including its exterior design, would require approval and a Certificate of Appropriateness under applicable Historic District regulations.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
17%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 28, 2026
$995,000
$204,000
(-17.01%)
From $1,199,000 to $995,000 (-17.0%)
Showing Instructions Updated
May 9, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
May 9, 2026
$1,199,000
Original listing
Agent: Jim & Mike Savas Team
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $995,000 | $204,000 | - | From $1,199,000 to $995,000 (-17.0%) |
| 05/09/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 05/09/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,199,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,439 | $1,046,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$12,439
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,046,000
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1827
Living Area
2,712 sq ft
Lot Size
0.29 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
3
Basement
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry
Flooring - Vinyl, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
Closet, Entry Hall, Home Office, Walk-up Attic
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial, Antique
Roof
Shingle
Features
Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Knob & Tube Wiring
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer, Private Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$12,439
Assessed Value
$1,046,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Buyers To Perform Their Own Due Diligence Regarding Restoration, Renovation, Knockdown &historic Considerations, Future Use, Subject To Town Approvals. Property Requires Significant Structural Rehabilitation. House Is Not Hooked Up To Town Sewer. Town Has No Records On Septic Or Cess Poo
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
white
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
84 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1827
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,712 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,712 sq ft above grade
Dimensions13.9 x 9.1
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
Dimensions17.3 x 13.1
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
Dimensions13.4 x 10.4
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Vinyl
LevelSecond
Dimensions17.4 x 13
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
Dimensions6.1 x 7.8
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
Dimensions14.5 x 13.4
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions15.4 x 13.6
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl, Pantry, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
Dimensions8.9 x 7.1
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
LevelFirst
Dimensions17.7 x 13.9
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
Dimensions17 x 14
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
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:
Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Closet, Entry Hall, Home Office, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry:
Flooring - Vinyl, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial, Antique
Year Built:
1827
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer, Private Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Type:
Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
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
Belmont Day School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
1.3 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
CNS/Pathways Academy
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
A+
Winn Brook School
0.2 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-
Roger E Wellington School
0.8 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+
Mary Lee Burbank School
1.0 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+
Daniel Butler School
1.6 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
0.5 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
0.1 mi
Grades 06-12
Belmont Hill School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
Arlington School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
A+
Belmont High School
0.7 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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291 Brighton St, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jim & Mike Savas Team
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
617-489-6900
Agent MLS ID
TM334956
Office MLS ID
AN5429
Listing Data Updated
Aug 1, 2026 3:08 AM EDT
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