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85 Sunset Rd, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$905,000
Est. $5,420/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,301
Sq Ft
$696
Price/Sq Ft
0.10
Acres
1928
Year Built
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 12, 2025 • MLS# 73389923 Copied!

About this home

Charming c.1928 Colonial Awaits New Owners! Lovingly maintained by the same family since 1973, this delightful home is full of warmth, character and curb appeal. Set on a quiet street with sidewalks, close to Peirce School, Arlington Reservoir Beach, Trader Joe’s, and all that Arlington Heights offers. The enclosed front porch is perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. The living room with decorative fireplace flows into the formal dining room with French doors leading to a fabulous screened porch with beautiful wood ceilings—ideal for summer entertaining. Throughout are gleaming hardwood floors and natural wood moldings. The kitchen and half bath have been updated, and all windows on the first and second floors are double-glazed for comfort and efficiency. The original garage has been converted to a finished, heated bonus room—perfect as a home office or playroom. The fenced-in yard offers privacy and room to play or garden, completing this move-in ready gem in a A+ location!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1928
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,301 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,000
Final Sale Price: $905,000
Difference: +$56,000 (+6.6%)
Performance Metrics
106.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $653
Sale $/sq ft: $696
This property sold for $696 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.6% 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 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$696/sq ft
Area Average
$604/sq ft
Difference
+15.2%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1928
Living Area 1,301 sq ft
Lot Size 0.10 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Basement Partially Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $7,729
Assessed Value $717,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Bonus Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1928
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block, Stone

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, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Special Features

Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

85 Sunset Rd, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

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

10 schools
St. Agnes Elementary School
1.7 mi
Grades K-08
Lesley Ellis School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-07
A+
Peirce School
< 0.1 mi | #57 of 824 | Score: 61.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+3.6 above state avg
318 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Arlington Heights Nursery School
0.4 mi
Grades PK
A-
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
0.5 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+
Cyrus E Dallin School
0.9 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
1.1 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+
John A Bishop School
1.2 mi | #52 of 824 | Score: 62.2
Improved 10 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
375 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Arlington Children's Center
1.4 mi
Grades PK-K
Menotomy Preschool
1.4 mi
100 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Ottoson Middle School
0.5 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+
Gibbs School
2.0 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
H

High Schools

1 school
Arlington Catholic High School
1.6 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property Tax $644
Homeowners Insurance $200
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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

6.2%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73509297
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 29, 2026
$899,900
MLS #73509297 - Active
Sold
Jul 11, 2025
$905,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Jun 12, 2025
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Robert Bowes Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 29, 2026 Sold $899,900
Jun 12, 2025 New Listing Added $849,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$696

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,729 $717,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,729
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$717,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robert Bowes
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB900043
Office MLS ID AN6101
Listing Data Updated Jul 14, 2025 12:04 PM 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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