55 Academy Street, Arlington MA 02476
Sale Statistics
This property sold for 15.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
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Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Sited majestically in the highly sought after Jason Heights neighborhood, this stunning grand Italianate jewel sits on one of Arlington’s largest lots of land. With over 16,000 s.f. of professionally landscaped grounds, this stunning 12-room, 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home measures 4,087 of interior square feet. The intricate period detail of the Victorian era combines seamlessly with modern renovations done by its present owners. The 1st floor has an elegant living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, spectacular great room, study, and powder room. The 2nd and 3rd floors offer 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. An elegant wraparound front porch overlooks the surrounding gardens, which are exquisitely landscaped with seasonal blossoming trees, bushes, and flowers. 3 car off-street parking. This is a rare offering in a perfect location, near Menotomy Rocks Park, the many shops and restaurants in Arlington Center, public transportation to surrounding communities and easy access to Route 2.
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Current Active Listing - MLS #73553211
Currently Listed
Jul 22, 2026Sold
May 31, 2017Listed for Sale
Apr 5, 2017| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $2,799,900 | - | - | MLS #73553211 - Active |
| 05/31/2017 | ✓ Sold | $1,700,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/05/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,475,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $15,921 | $1,250,300 |
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55 Academy Street, Arlington MA 02476
Arlington, MA 02476
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