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54 Townsend Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478 • Payson Park
$2,393,000
Est. $12,737/month
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,840
Sq Ft
$843
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1940
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
35
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73357950

About this home

Newly renovated Colonial in desirable Burbank neighborhood. Nestled on a flat, landscaped yard, this stunning home has been tastefully redesigned with attention to detail and quality finishes. Open concept first floor features fireplaced living room, dining room with sliders to a mahogany deck, a beautiful chef's kitchen with gray cabinets, quartz countertops, island and pantry, a wonderful family room and half bath. 2nd floor boasts a tranquil primary en suite with walk in closet, private deck and honed marble bath with standing tub, two additional bedrooms, all with California closet systems, and full bath. Carpeted 3rd floor with skylight. Lower level with bonus space and spacious laundry room with custom cabinets. Recessed lighting, hardwood floors with cherry inlay. 2 car garage and driveway lined with pavers. Bluestone patio and walkways. Close to the 73 bus to Harvard Sq/Sta, refurbished Payson Park and Payson Park Reservoir, shops and restaurants. Welcome home!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,550,000
Final Sale Price: $2,393,000
Difference: $157,000 (-6.2%)
Performance Metrics
93.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
35
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $898
Sale $/sq ft: $843
This property sold for $843 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 35 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,840 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Vinyl / VCT, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Dining Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features
Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Home Office, Mud Room, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic
Laundry Features
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Window Features
Skylight(s), Insulated Windows
Door Features
Insulated Doors
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Foundation Area
0 sq ft
Exterior Features
Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Wood, 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
Cul-De-Sac, Easements, 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, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Energy Efficient Features
Other (See Remarks)

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Payson Park
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$14,181
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,245,000
Parcel Number
M:04 P:000016 S:,356207
Zoning
SC

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
*Contact school department for elementary school assignment.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

Payson Park

54 Townsend Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
*burbank
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Chenery
Rating information coming soon
High School
Belmont H.S.
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,182
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

46.9%
Price Range
36
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jun 20, 2025
$2,393,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 36
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Listed for Sale
Apr 10, 2025
$2,450,000
Original listing
Agent: Lynn MacDonald Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Previous Transaction - MLS #73154985
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Oct 6, 2023
$1,300,000
MLS #73154985
View Listing →

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 10, 2025 New Listing Added $2,450,000 —
Oct 6, 2023 Sold $1,300,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
35 days
Price per Sq Ft
$843

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $14,181 $1,245,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,181
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,245,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lynn MacDonald
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Agent MLS ID BB803153
Office MLS ID AN6190

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