42 Unity Ave # 42, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$665,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,068
Sq Ft
$623
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
3
Parking
9
Days on Market
Sold Listed Aug 5, 2020 • MLS# 72704162 Copied! • Updated Sep 11, 2020

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $640,000
Final Sale Price: $665,000
Difference: +$25,000 (+3.9%)
Performance Metrics
103.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $599
Sale $/sq ft: $623
This property sold for $623 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 15 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$623/sq ft
Area Median
$478/sq ft
Difference
+30.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

This warm, inviting and sunny second floor unit was gut renovated in 2012 and offers a beautifully renovated kitchen/bath, central heat/AC, previous owner finished and heated/Ac the front blue room for additional living space (not included in listed sq ft). The open living room and dining room is perfect for entertaining and includes recently, tastefully painted colors creating a high-end feel. You will love the flexibility of the front rooms; perfect for a playroom, an office or guest room. Enjoy zooming on your private rear porch that overlooks a wonderful common yard and garden. Three spacious bedrooms with great closet space and direct access to the attic, with additional storage. Separate entrances to both the unit and basement provide for a private feel, and a fairly large yard that should not be missed!! Matterport: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=hZJvns4FVby&mls=1

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Property History

Market Insights

14.7%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73585273
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Oct 1, 2026
$750,000
MLS #73585273 - Active
✓
Sold
Sep 11, 2020
$665,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
🏠
Listed for Sale
Aug 5, 2020
$640,000
Original listing
Agent: April Bradshaw Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $6,149 $559,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,149
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$180
Monthly
Assessed Value
$559,000

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1920
Living Area 1,068 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Unit Control, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
Cooling Central Air, Unit Control, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Office, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features Porch, Storage, Garden, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Features Off Street, Assigned, Common, Guest, Paved, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 3
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $6,149
Assessed Value $559,000

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $180 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Seller Disclosures New Roof 2016, Each Unit Has 1/2 The Driveway Tandem To Themselves, Condo Fee Is 180. Association Owns A Lawn Mower And Take Turns Mowing.
Exclusions Personal Belongings, Tv, Curtains.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 42
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures Does not include finished front office done by previous owner. Approx 1266 sq ft.
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (4)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 11 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,068 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features: Office, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame, Stone
Roof: Shingle, Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Unit Control, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Storage, Garden, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Common, Guest, Paved, Exclusive Parking
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

7 schools
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
0.9 mi | #164 of 825 | Score: 56.5
Dropped 14 spots from last year
-1.8 below state avg
1,028 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 04-06
CNS/Pathways Academy
2.0 mi
Grades 01-12
Belmont Day School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.8 mi | #14 of 825 | Score: 65.6
Improved 34 spots from last year
+7.4 above state avg
258 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
B+
Roger E Wellington School
1.3 mi | #257 of 825 | Score: 52.1
Dropped 239 spots from last year
-6.1 below state avg
388 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-03
A+
Winn Brook School
1.6 mi | #59 of 825 | Score: 61.4
Improved 20 spots from last year
+3.2 above state avg
280 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
A+
Daniel Butler School
1.6 mi | #77 of 825 | Score: 60.4
Improved 1 spots from last year
+2.2 above state avg
254 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
Belmont Middle School
1.3 mi | #16 of 352 | Score: 62.1
Dropped 14 spots from last year
+3.9 above state avg
727 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Le Sallay Studies
1.9 mi
Grades 06-12
Arlington School
2.0 mi
Grades 08-12
Belmont Hill School
2.3 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Belmont High School
1.2 mi | #11 of 346 | Score: 75.4
Dropped 1 spots from last year
+17.2 above state avg
1,498 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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Neighborhood

42 Unity Ave # 42, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

Listing Information

Listing Agent April Bradshaw
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID BB922742
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Sep 11, 2020 2:39 PM 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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