53 Henderson Street, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474 • East Arlington
$689,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
980
Sq Ft
$703
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1855
Year Built
2
Parking
15
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 12, 2022 • MLS# 72965747 Copied! • Updated May 27, 2022

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $689,000
Final Sale Price: $689,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $703
Sale $/sq ft: $703
This property sold for $703 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$703/sq ft
Area Median
$816/sq ft
Difference
13.9%

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

About this home

53 Henderson presents an incredible opportunity to own a charming, corner-lot, single family home in dynamic, East Arlington. While being steps to Somerville and Cambridge this home offers the comforts of suburban living in an unparalleled location. 53 Henderson sits on a quiet and quaint, tree-lined road offering 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bath and plus room ideal for an office/den or third bedroom. In the rear of the home there is a private driveway which comfortably accommodate two cars. Newly finished hardwood floors and charming detail throughout, complete the home. Additionally, the interior has just been painted and upgrades made to the bathrooms. This home offers incredible value in the market and is available in ‘as-is’ condition.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73545126
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 6, 2026
$4,050
MLS #73545126 - Active
Sold
May 27, 2022
$689,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
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Listed for Sale
Apr 12, 2022
$689,000
Original listing
Agent: Dave Costello & Scott Accorsini Team Office: Advisors Living - Boston

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $6,838 $598,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,838
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$598,800

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1855
Living Area 980 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Bulkhead
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Covered Patio/deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Covered
Features Driveway
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $6,838
Assessed Value $598,800
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Seller Has Not Lived At The Property.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 16 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1855
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
980 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1855
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Driveway
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
0.4 mi
Grades PK-07
St. Agnes Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades K-08
A
Hardy School
0.5 mi | #116 of 824 | Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A-
Thompson Elementary School
0.6 mi | #201 of 824 | Score: 54.9
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
537 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
A+
John A Bishop School
1.8 mi | #52 of 824 | Score: 62.2
Improved 10 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
375 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Brackett School
2.2 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-
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
2.4 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
2.8 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
0.7 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
2.4 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
1.1 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Location

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Neighborhood

East Arlington

53 Henderson Street, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Listing Information

Listing Agent Dave Costello & Scott Accorsini Team
Agent MLS ID TM346380
Office MLS ID AN1921
Listing Data Updated May 27, 2022 10:15 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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