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278 Hillside Ave, Arlington MA 02476

Arlington, MA 02476 • Arlington Heights
$840,000
Est. $5,158/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,300
Sq Ft
$646
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1938
Year Built
27
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 15, 2024 • MLS# 73264917 Copied!

About this home

Wonderful 3 bedroom 1&1/2 bath home nestled in the highly desirable Arlington Heights neighborhood! Owned by the same family for over 50 years it’s time for a new generation to rejuvenate it with their own design ideas. The first floor features a pretty living room with a gas fireplace, open kitchen/dining area, a ½ bath and access to a spacious three season porch. The upstairs boasts a renovated full bath and 3 nicely sized bedrooms. The house is situated on a large 5000 square foot corner lot with a great yard, pretty landscaping and large patio. Garage parking for one and a large driveway. Within walking distance to the coveted Dallin elementary school, and conveniently located close to Trader Joes, coffee shops, restaurants, public transportation and Route 2. Buyer must perform their own due diligence. Property being sold “As Is”. Open House this Saturday July 27th from 1:30-2:30.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1938
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,300 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $945,000
Final Sale Price: $840,000
Difference: $105,000 (-11.1%)
Performance Metrics
88.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
27
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $727
Sale $/sq ft: $646
This property sold for $646 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.1% below the original asking price.

With only 27 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
$646/sq ft
Area Average
$462/sq ft
Difference
+39.8%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1938
Living Area 1,300 sq ft
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Cape
Roof None
Features Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,521
Assessed Value $804,600

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1938
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

Arlington Heights

278 Hillside Ave, Arlington MA 02476

Arlington, MA 02476

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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

3 schools
A+
Cyrus E Dallin School
0.3 mi | #39 of 824 | Score: 63.2
Improved 181 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
390 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Brackett School
0.5 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
Arlington Heights Nursery School
0.9 mi
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Ottoson Middle School
0.7 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+
Belmont Middle School
1.6 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

3 schools
Belmont Hill School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
Le Sallay Studies
1.3 mi
Grades 06-12
Arlington School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

42%
Price Range
30
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73488301
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Mar 18, 2026
$1,449,000
MLS #73488301 - Active
Sold
Sep 6, 2024
$840,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 30
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Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2024
$869,000
Original listing
Agent: Judy Pagano Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 18, 2026 Sold $1,449,000
Jul 15, 2024 New Listing Added $869,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
27 days
Price per Sq Ft
$646

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $8,521 $804,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,521
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$804,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Judy Pagano
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB806585
Office MLS ID BB5919
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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