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74 Shaw Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$1,900,000
Est. $11,149/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,929
Sq Ft
$649
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1954
Year Built
11
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 26, 2023 • MLS# 73103390 Copied!

About this home

Impeccable Colonial on quiet side street featuring high end updates & fabulous 2 story addition. Welcoming foyer opens to light filled fireplaced living room. You'll love entertaining in the incredible open kitchen/family room overlooking picturesque pond and landscaped yard. Chef's kitchen features Rutt cabinetry, 2 Miele dishwashers, 2 Wolf ovens, Wolf cooktop & island. Stunning architect designed breakfast area and family room with vaulted ceiling and access to patio & landscaped yard. Mudroom adjoins garage. Formal dining room, guest room and half bath also on this level. Luxurious primary bedroom suite boasts WIC and well designed spa bath with soaking tub, steam shower & towel warmer. Two nice sized bedrooms with customized closets & renovated hall bath also with steam shower on the second level. Walk up attic for storage. Living space continues in LL expansive media room, office, exercise room, full bath and workshop. Close to schools, bus to Harvard Square, Cambridge & Boston

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1954
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,929 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,775,000
Final Sale Price: $1,900,000
Difference: +$125,000 (+7.0%)
Performance Metrics
107.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $606
Sale $/sq ft: $649
This property sold for $649 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 11 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
$649/sq ft
Area Average
$406/sq ft
Difference
+59.7%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1954
Living Area 2,929 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Oil
Cooling Central Air, Ductless
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Media Room, Office, Bathroom, Exercise Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $16,095
Assessed Value $1,432,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Media Room, Office, Bathroom, Exercise Room
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1954
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Oil
Heating Zones: 5
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

74 Shaw Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

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Nearby Schools

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

3 schools
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.2 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
Ecole Francaise de Boston
0.4 mi
Grades K-05
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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A+
Belmont Middle School
0.7 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
A-
Watertown Middle School
1.8 mi | #108 of 352 | Score: 48.6
Improved 11 spots from last year
-9.6 below state avg
583 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.8 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A+
Belmont High School
0.6 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
Le Sallay Studies
1.3 mi
Grades 06-12
Arlington School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
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Property History

Market Insights

9%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73524870
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Currently Listed
May 27, 2026
$1,950,000
MLS #73524870 - Active
Sold
Jun 16, 2023
$1,900,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
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Listed for Sale
Apr 26, 2023
$1,775,000
Original listing
Agent: Terry McCarthy Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 27, 2026 Sold $1,950,000
Apr 26, 2023 New Listing Added $1,775,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
11 days
Price per Sq Ft
$649

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $16,095 $1,432,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$16,095
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$1,432,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Terry McCarthy
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Agent MLS ID BB922669
Office MLS ID AN6190
Listing Data Updated Jun 21, 2023 2:19 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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