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42 Hillside Terrace, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$2,750,000
Est. $16,473/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,364
Sq Ft
$817
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1925
Year Built
3 hours 16 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Apr 29, 2026 • MLS# 73509173 Copied!

About this home

Nestled at the end of coveted Hillside Terrace this picturesque Colonial features 4 floors of sunlit, beautifully renovated living space. Welcoming foyer opens to the spacious living room with fireplace. Dining room with adjoining screen porch for al fresco dining. Eat in cook's kitchen features white cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, walnut peninsula & high end appliances with views & access to the private patio, built in gas grill & landscaped backyard. Sunroom and 1/2 bath also on this level. Upstairs retreat to the luxurious primary suite featuring 3 custom built closets & ensuite bath with Waterworks fixtures & radiant heated floors. 3 additional bedrooms & full bath also on this level. Magnificent family room with barrel vaulted ceiling & fireplace on 3rd level is an inviting space for hanging out, guests or work space. Renovated LL with bonus room, bedroom, bathroom ideal for au pair or guests. Close to all schools, bus to Harvard Square. Easy commute to Cambridge & Boston.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,364 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Open House Schedule

02
May
Saturday, May 2
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
03
May
Sunday, May 3
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1925
Living Area 3,364 sq ft
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Partially Finished, Garage Access
Laundry Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - 3/4, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Sun Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Stone Wall
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $28,407
Assessed Value $2,468,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - 3/4, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Sun Room
Windows: Storm Window(s), Screens
Basement: Partially Finished, Garage Access
Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1925
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Stone Wall
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

42 Hillside Terrace, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

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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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
0.2 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
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.3 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Belmont Middle School
0.7 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
A-
Watertown Middle School
1.5 mi | #108 of 352 | Score: 48.6
Improved 11 spots from last year
-9.6 below state avg
583 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A+
Belmont High School
0.6 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
Walker Beacon School
1.3 mi
Grades 07-12
Arlington School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
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Property History

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 29, 2026
$2,750,000
Original listing
Agent: Terry McCarthy Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Previous Transaction - MLS #71987995
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 22, 2016
$1,495,000
MLS #71987995

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 29, 2026 New Listing Added $2,750,000
Jun 22, 2016 Sold $1,495,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
3 hours 16 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$817

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $28,407 $2,468,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$28,407
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$2,468,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Terry McCarthy
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Agent MLS ID BB922669
Office MLS ID AN6190
Listing Data Updated Apr 29, 2026 10:10 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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