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54 Townsend Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$1,300,000
Est. $6,919/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,942
Sq Ft
$669
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1940
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73154985

About this home

Classic 1940 Center Entrance Colonial in desirable Burbank School neighborhood steps to the newly renovated Payson Park! With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a primary bedroom suite renovation (2000) featuring a private bath and bright sitting room and a quiet, flat, landscaped yard this home is one you won't want to miss. The appealing foyer is a great spot to sit and sip your coffee and opens into the fireplaced living room with its beamed ceiling. Formal dining room, large sunroom, eat in kitchen, half bath and laundry/mudroom all on the first level. Nice access to the private yard from the kitchen. Well thought out primary bedroom suite retreat, two additional bedrooms and hallway bath on the second floor. Additional heated room on the third floor is the perfect hideway for play or study. Harvey replacement windows. Roof and exterior cedar shingles (2006). Gas heat/AC. 200 amp electrical. Two car garage. Fabulous location close to schools, public transportation, Cambridge and Boston.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,349,000
Final Sale Price: $1,300,000
Difference: $49,000 (-3.6%)
Performance Metrics
96.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $695
Sale $/sq ft: $669
This property sold for $669 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.6% below the original asking price.

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

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,942 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Heating
Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, 3 or More, Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Office, Sitting Room, Bonus Room
Laundry Features
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Screens
Door Features
Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Screens, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.18 acres
Lot Size
7,695 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1800
Lot Features
Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$14,938
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$1,329,000
Parcel Number
356207
Zoning
Resid

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Electric baseboard heat on third floor; no heat in sunroom; Please confirm elementary school placement with School Administration

Location

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Neighborhood

54 Townsend Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Burbank*
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Middle School
Chenery
Rating information coming soon
High School
Belmont High
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,245
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

45.7%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73357950
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Previously Sold
Jun 20, 2025
$2,393,000
MLS #73357950
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Sold
Oct 6, 2023
$1,300,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Sep 5, 2023
$1,349,000
Original listing
Agent: Terry McCarthy Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 20, 2025 Sold $2,393,000 —
Sep 5, 2023 New Listing Added $1,349,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
9 days
Price per Sq Ft
$669

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $14,938 $1,329,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,938
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$1,329,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Terry McCarthy
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Agent MLS ID BB922669
Office MLS ID AN6190

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