36 Richardson Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$1,375,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,790
Sq Ft
$768
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1930
Year Built
1
Garage Space
7
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 28, 2021 • MLS# 72901317 Copied! • Updated Nov 30, 2021

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,199,000
Final Sale Price: $1,375,000
Difference: +$176,000 (+14.7%)
Performance Metrics
114.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $670
Sale $/sq ft: $768
This property sold for $768 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.7% 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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$768/sq ft
Area Median
$616/sq ft
Difference
+24.8%

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

About this home

Located on a beautiful tree lined street and a short walk to the Burbank School, this Center Entrance Colonial is ideal for entertaining. The first floor offers an inviting foyer and staircase, a front to back living room with fireplace that leads to a sunny family room, formal dining room with wainscoting, spacious wood cabinet kitchen with granite counters, enclosed porch and half bath. The second floor has a front to back primary bedroom, two additional good size corner bedrooms, full bath and stairs to an attic with great potential for expansion. Additional features include: high ceilings, deep moldings, replacement windows, one car garage, patio and generous back yard. Enjoy the proximity to Cambridge and public transportation.

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Property History

Market Insights

25%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73543142
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 29, 2026
$1,599,000
MLS #73543142 - Active
Sold
Nov 30, 2021
$1,375,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 28, 2021
$1,199,000
Original listing
Agent: Patrick Murphy Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $12,763 $1,106,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,763
Tax Year 2021
Assessed Value
$1,106,000

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1930
Living Area 1,790 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $12,763
Assessed Value $1,106,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures The Roof Is Older
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color white
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 8 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,790 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Walk-up Attic
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1930
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Public School
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
0.5 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
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
CNS/Pathways Academy
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.1 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
0.9 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
1.3 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
0.6 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
Le Sallay Studies
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Arlington School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
Belmont Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Belmont High School
0.5 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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Neighborhood

36 Richardson Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

Listing Information

Listing Agent Patrick Murphy
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Office Phone 617-484-5300
Agent MLS ID BB910089
Office MLS ID AN6190
Listing Data Updated Nov 30, 2021 11:16 AM EST
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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