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53 Henderson St, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$869,000
Est. $5,225/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
980
Sq Ft
$887
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1855
Year Built
7 hours 32 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed May 5, 2026 • MLS# 73513060 Copied!

About this home

Tucked on a sunny corner lot in sought-after East Arlington, this storybook home blends charm, flexibility, and convenience. This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home features a spacious living room, and a dining room just off the kitchen, perfect for easy, everyday meals and casual entertaining, and a dedicated home office, along with a bright, functional layout. A spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances anchors the home, complemented by hardwood floors throughout and abundant natural light. A two car driveway adds everyday ease. Ideally located just moments to Somerville, Cambridge, and the best of East Arlington shops, restaurants, and bike paths. This home offers the perfect balance of comfort and connection. A true condo alternative.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1855
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
980 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1855
Living Area 980 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features Ceiling Fan(s), Home Office, Foyer

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Rain Gutters, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $7,570
Assessed Value $702,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Home Office, Foyer
Windows: Screens
Basement: Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1855
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Screens
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

53 Henderson St, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Arlington School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.5% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.1% Emergency
5.0% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Lesley Ellis School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-07
St. Agnes Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades K-08
A
Hardy School
0.5 mi | #116 of 824 | Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A-
Thompson Elementary School
0.6 mi | #201 of 824 | Score: 54.9
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
537 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Arlington Children's Center
1.3 mi
Grades PK-K
Menotomy Preschool
1.3 mi
100 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
John A Bishop School
1.8 mi | #52 of 824 | Score: 62.2
Improved 10 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
375 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Brackett School
2.2 mi | #120 of 824 | Score: 58.0
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
394 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
2.4 mi | #180 of 824 | Score: 56.0
Dropped 38 spots from last year
-2.2 below state avg
448 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
A+
Peirce School
2.8 mi | #57 of 824 | Score: 61.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+3.6 above state avg
318 students Diverse
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Gibbs School
0.7 mi | #31 of 352 | Score: 60.0
Improved 8 spots from last year
+1.8 above state avg
529 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06
A+
Ottoson Middle School
2.4 mi | #4 of 352 | Score: 65.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
+7 above state avg
963 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

1 school
Arlington Catholic High School
1.1 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Year 15
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Year 30
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Property History

Market Insights

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
May 5, 2026
$869,000
Original listing
Agent: Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72965747
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 27, 2022
$689,000
MLS #72965747

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 5, 2026 New Listing Added $869,000
May 27, 2022 Sold $689,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
7 hours 32 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$887

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $7,570 $702,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,570
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$702,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM336360
Office MLS ID AN6101
Listing Data Updated May 5, 2026 5:30 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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