42 Hillside Ter, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$1,495,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,345
Sq Ft
$447
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1925
Year Built
1
Garage Space
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 14, 2016 • MLS# 71987995 Copied! • Updated Jun 24, 2016

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,395,000
Final Sale Price: $1,495,000
Difference: +$100,000 (+7.2%)
Performance Metrics
107.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $417
Sale $/sq ft: $447
This property sold for $447 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$447/sq ft
Area Average
$3/sq ft
Difference
+16,205.1%

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

About this home

Offer deadline is TODAY at 5 pm 4/18/16 Wonderful South facing house at 42 Hillside Terrace is a charming sun filled center entrance Colonial on a desirable residential cul-de-sac. Close to Cushing Square and Payson Park. Gracious entertaining spaces, a very nicely renovated large eat in kitchen, 4 bedrooms,2.5 baths and a fabulous third floor barrel vaulted room with large fireplace. There is a beautiful landscaped yard.

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Property History

Market Insights

45.3%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73509173
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Apr 29, 2026
$2,550,000
MLS #73509173 - Active
Sold
Jun 22, 2016
$1,495,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
Sold
Jun 22, 2016
$1,495,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 14, 2016
$1,395,000
Original listing
Agent: Kendall Luce Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 14, 2016
$1,395,000
Original listing
Agent: Kendall Luce Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $14,076 $1,049,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,076
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$1,049,000

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1925
Living Area 3,345 sq ft
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Other
Flooring Wood, Tile, Other
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full
Laundry In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $14,076
Assessed Value $1,049,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Ice Maker Is Broken.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color green
Sq Ft Source Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures measured floor plans provided, include 250 sq feet in basement
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 6 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,345 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Other
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1925
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Other

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Other
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Other (See Remarks)

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility
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
0.2 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
Belmont Day School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
CNS/Pathways Academy
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.3 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
A-
Roger E Wellington School
0.6 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+
Winn Brook School
1.1 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+
Daniel Butler School
1.1 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
Belmont Middle School
0.7 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
Arlington School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
Le Sallay Studies
1.4 mi
Grades 06-12
Belmont Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Belmont High School
0.6 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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42 Hillside Ter, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID BB301033
Office MLS ID BB9599
Listing Data Updated Jun 24, 2016 7:02 AM 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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