FeaturesSkylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelThird
70 Birch Hill Road, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
$3,200,000
$2,995,000
Est. $16,796/month
About this home
Welcome to this spectacular renovated residence offering nearly 7,000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space. The dramatic south-facing living room features 16.5-foot ceilings and oversized glass doors opening to the deck and expansive backyard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. A chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, 10-foot island, Wolf range, GE Monogram appliances, dual sinks, butler's pantry, and dining area with gas fireplace anchors the home. A formal dining room, sun-filled family room, office, laundry, and private first-floor en-suite bedroom with its own deck provide exceptional flexibility. Upstairs are three en-suite bedrooms, multiple decks, laundry, and an interior balcony. The third-floor primary suite offers a private retreat with office, walk-in closet, skylights, laundry, and a luxurious bath. Set on nearly half an acre with basement and garage storage, this exceptional home is moments from Belmont's new schools, library, pool, and hockey rink.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
51.9%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 1, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 1, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jun 4, 2026
$2,995,000
$205,000
(-6.41%)
From $3,200,000 to $2,995,000 (-6.4%)
Listed for Sale
May 7, 2026
$3,200,000
Original listing
Agent: Savenor Berkery Group
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #73284932
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Nov 26, 2024
$1,540,000
MLS #73284932
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/01/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/04/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,995,000 | $205,000 | - | From $3,200,000 to $2,995,000 (-6.4%) |
| 05/07/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,200,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 11/26/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,540,000 | - | - | MLS #73284932 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $17,415 | $1,513,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$17,415
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,513,000
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1966
Living Area
6,936 sq ft
Lot Size
0.42 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
5
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
3
Basement
Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
Second Floor
Features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Bathroom, Wet Bar
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Contemporary
Roof
None
Features
Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Off Street
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$17,415
Assessed Value
$1,513,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Birch Hill Road Is Being Paved The Week Of June 8th.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
65 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1966
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
6,936 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
6,936 sq ft above grade
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelSecond
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Remodeled, Beadboard
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelFirst
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony - Interior, Wet Bar, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bathroom, Wet Bar
Windows:
Basement:
Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Second Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Contemporary
Year Built:
1966
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Condition:
Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air
Heating Zones:
4
Cooling:
Central Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Zones:
4
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Type:
Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Highway Access, House of Worship
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
Elementary Schools
7 schools
Belmont Day School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
CNS/Pathways Academy
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
2.2 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+
Winn Brook School
1.6 mi
|
#50 of 824
|
Score: 62.3
Improved 29 spots from last year
+4.1 above state avg
304 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
A-
Roger E Wellington School
1.8 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
A+
Daniel Butler School
1.9 mi
|
#76 of 824
|
Score: 60.7
Improved 2 spots from last year
+2.5 above state avg
261 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-03
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
2.2 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
Middle Schools
1 school
A+
Belmont Middle School
1.8 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
High Schools
4 schools
Belmont Hill School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
Arlington School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
Le Sallay Studies
1.6 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Belmont High School
1.8 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
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70 Birch Hill Road, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Savenor Berkery Group
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
TM347583
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
Jul 11, 2026 7:26 AM EDT
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