81 Brettwood Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$2,150,000
$2,100,000
Est. $12,692/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,615
Sq Ft
$581
Price/Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
1950
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
45
Days on Market
For Sale Price Drop -$50,000 Listed Jul 16, 2026 • MLS# 73551270 Copied! • Updated Aug 29, 2026

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About this home

Magnificent Center Entrance Colonial with a 2 car garage beautifully set on a 11,929 sf lot offering an exceptional blend of classic charm and contemporary comfort! This welcoming home features a gracious entryway, fireplaced living room, formal dining room and vaulted ceiling sunroom with a picturesque balcony. The eat in kitchen has granite counters, abundant custom cabinetry and flows beautifully to the cathedral ceiling family room highlighted by a gas fireplace, sweeping bay window and access to the deck overlooking the back yard. The 2nd floor offers a well appointed primary suite, convenient laundry room, additional full bath and 3 more bedrooms with generous closets. The versatile, walk out lower level has great potential for a future ADU with an additional full bath, recreation room and sun splashed home gym with sliders to the yard. Desirable location on a quiet side street close to transportation, schools, Belmont Center, Cushing Square and all the best Belmont has to offer!

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Property History

Market Insights

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Price Changes
2.3%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Aug 25, 2026
$2,100,000 $50,000 (-2.33%)
From $2,150,000 to $2,100,000 (-2.3%)
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Listed for Sale
Jul 17, 2026
$2,150,000
Original listing
Agent: Carol Ann Berberian Office: New England Classic Properties

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $22,484 $1,974,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$22,484
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,974,000

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1950
Living Area 3,615 sq ft
Lot Size 0.27 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 12

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Other
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Sump Pump
Laundry Second Floor
Features Slider, Wet Bar, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Sun Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Foyer

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Balcony / Deck, Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $22,484
Assessed Value $1,974,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Room Dimensions Are Approximate. Photos Are Virtually Staged.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 93 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,615 sq ft
Total Rooms
12

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Slider, Wet bar, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Sun Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Foyer
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Other
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Public School, Sidewalks
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
0.4 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
CNS/Pathways Academy
0.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Belmont Day School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Roger E Wellington School
0.5 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+
Daniel Butler School
0.5 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
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.7 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+
Winn Brook School
1.1 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
Belmont Middle School
0.8 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
Arlington School
0.7 mi
Grades 08-12
Belmont Hill School
1.3 mi
Grades 07-12
Le Sallay Studies
1.4 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Belmont High School
0.7 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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81 Brettwood Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

Listing Information

Listing Agent Carol Ann Berberian
Listing Office New England Classic Properties
Office Phone 617-484-2429
Agent MLS ID BB815221
Office MLS ID AN7465
Listing Data Updated Aug 29, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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