42 Old Mystic St, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$1,120,000
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,569
Sq Ft
$314
Price/Sq Ft
0.22
Acres
1925
Year Built
1
Garage Space
20
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jul 27, 2016 • MLS# 72044539 Copied! • Updated Aug 26, 2016

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $969,000
Final Sale Price: $1,120,000
Difference: +$151,000 (+15.6%)
Performance Metrics
115.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $272
Sale $/sq ft: $314
This property sold for $314 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 15.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$314/sq ft
Area Median
$491/sq ft
Difference
36.1%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

They don't make them like they used to…This stately brick center entrance colonial is situated a stone’s throw from the Mystic Lakes. The slate roof and copper gutters exemplify the finely crafted 1920’s details prevalent throughout the home. Walk through the grand front door, into the foyer defined by a dramatic staircase open to the 2nd floor. To the right, you’ll find a formal dining room with coffered ceilings, a granite kitchen with cherry cabinets, and an enclosed porch. To the left, there is a large living room anchored by a classic brick fireplace and a peaceful sunroom. A casual breakfast nook that leads to the brick patio, laundry/mudroom, and ½ bath round out the 1st floor. The 2nd floor is home to 4 large bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with classic white tile. The top floor has 2 more bedrooms and a 3rd bathroom. Exceptional details include virgin gumwood moldings, prairie doors, oak floors. Modern upgrades: A/C, Harvey wood windows, sprinkler system. Long driveway w/ garage.

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Property History

Market Insights

51.5%
Price Range
23
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73540563
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 24, 2026
$1,998,500
MLS #73540563 - Active
Sold
Aug 23, 2016
$1,120,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
Sold
Aug 23, 2016
$1,120,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
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Listed for Sale
Jul 28, 2016
$969,000
Original listing
Agent: Spencer Lane Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.
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Listed for Sale
Jul 28, 2016
$969,000
Original listing
Agent: Spencer Lane Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $11,807 $922,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,807
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$922,400

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1925
Living Area 3,569 sq ft
Lot Size 0.22 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 15

Interior

Heating Steam, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bedroom, Bathroom, Office, Foyer, Sun Room, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Slate
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Oversized, Off Street
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $11,807
Assessed Value $922,400
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Asbestos Insulation On Pipes, Asbestos Tile, And Asbestos Covered Boiler In Basement - Seller Has Quote For $6500 To Remove All Asbestos In Basement. See Attached Disclosures.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures addl 1268 in basement not included in GLA. Enclosed porch off DR is included in GLA (102sft).
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 23 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,569 sq ft
Total Rooms
15

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bedroom, Bathroom, Office, Foyer, Sun Room, Mud Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Oversized, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities:
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
St. Agnes Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades K-08
Lesley Ellis School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-07
A+
John A Bishop School
0.4 mi | #52 of 824 | Score: 62.2
Improved 10 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
375 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A-
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
0.6 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
1.2 mi | #57 of 824 | Score: 61.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+3.6 above state avg
318 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
Arlington Heights Nursery School
1.5 mi
Grades PK
A-
Thompson Elementary School
1.5 mi | #201 of 824 | Score: 54.9
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
537 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Brackett School
1.7 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Ottoson Middle School
1.2 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
A+
Gibbs School
1.5 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
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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42 Old Mystic St, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID BB806589
Office MLS ID BB9599
Listing Data Updated Aug 26, 2016 11:41 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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