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15 University Rd, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474 • Thompson
$890,000
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,896
Sq Ft
$469
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1952
Year Built
4
Parking
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 8, 2018 • MLS# 72279148 Copied! • Updated Mar 20, 2018

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $839,000
Final Sale Price: $890,000
Difference: +$51,000 (+6.1%)
Performance Metrics
106.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $443
Sale $/sq ft: $469
This property sold for $469 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 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
$469/sq ft
Area Average
$351/sq ft
Difference
+33.6%

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

About this home

This 1950's Cape has been greatly expanded and improved over the past few years creating a home like no other! Maple cabinet kitchen with granite counters and high end SS appliances open to the family room with free standing gas stove and slider out the yard and the Accessory unit. The Accessory unit has recently been used as a separate Home Office and workshop area, but could make a great art studio or work out room. There is a 2 sided gas fireplace in the living room and master bedroom. The master bedroom has the Spa Bath of your dreams, with a large whirlpool tub for soaking after a long day or in the glassed in shower with body jets and a rain shower feature. For those special dinner parties the dining room has been enlarged to handle a large group of family and friends. Lower level makes a great playroom and also offers direct access to the back yard. Great level, fenced-in, professionally landscaped lot with a paver patio and garden shed. Located within view of Thompson School!!

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Property History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73548101
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 10, 2026
$7,500
MLS #73548101 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73386252
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 21, 2025
$1,350,000
MLS #73386252
Sold
Mar 19, 2018
$890,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Feb 8, 2018
$839,000
Original listing
Agent: William Copithorne Office: Sweeney & OConnell

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $6,475 $515,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,475
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$515,500

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1952
Living Area 1,896 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Partially Finished, Sump Pump
Laundry Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Play Room, 3/4 Bath

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Other
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch Patio
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $6,475
Assessed Value $515,500
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures No Closet In Master Bedroom, Previous Owners Chose To Use Armoires.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Gray
Sq Ft Source Appraiser
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 5 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1952
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,896 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
14 x 8
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Remodeled
Dining Room
20 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
21 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Room
16 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom3
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Remodeled, Washer Hookup
Master Bedroom
20 x 10
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Remodeled
Family Room
21 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Gas Stove

Second Floor

Bedroom3
15 x 11
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl
Bedroom2
16 x 15
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Office
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Play Room, 3/4 Bath
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Partially Finished, Sump Pump
Laundry: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1952
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 5
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 6
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Other
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
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
Lesley Ellis School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-07
St. Agnes Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades K-08
A-
Thompson Elementary School
< 0.1 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
Hardy School
0.6 mi | #116 of 824 | Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Arlington Children's Center
1.0 mi
Grades PK-K
Menotomy Preschool
1.0 mi
100 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
John A Bishop School
1.1 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
1.8 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
Brackett School
1.9 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
A+
Peirce School
2.3 mi | #57 of 824 | Score: 61.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+3.6 above state avg
318 students Diverse
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Gibbs School
0.3 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
A+
Ottoson Middle School
1.9 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
H

High Schools

1 school
Arlington Catholic High School
0.6 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

Thompson

15 University Rd, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID BB980968
Office MLS ID BB4070
Listing Data Updated Mar 20, 2018 7:53 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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