A rare opportunity to own a two family home in East Arlington, one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. The upper unit spans two levels and has been extensively remodeled with exceptional attention to detail, featuring numerous high-end upgrades; including new roof, new appliances, new kitchen, new bathroom, freshly painted & more! The scope of improvements is so comprehensive, upgrade sheets will be available for review. The first floor unit has also been refreshed and offers exposed brick accents, an updated bathroom and in-unit laundry, creating a comfortable and attractive living space for owners or tenants alike. Throughout the home, significant investments have been made in energy efficiency and comfort, including full insulation and soundproofing. Full owned solar panels help offset electric costs, while a new insulated roof system with architectural shingles and new gutters provide peace of mind for years to come. Outside, the property is beautifully landscaped with thoughtfully selected native plantings, creating an inviting and low-maintenance outdoor setting. Ideally located near Mass Ave, the Minuteman Bike Path, Alewife Station, and Spy Pond, this property offers the perfect combination of quality, efficiency, and convenience.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
5,249 sq ftLot Size
$473Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Catherine Walsh• Coldwell Banker Realty - Easton
East Arlington, located between Alewife Brook Reservation and Arlington Center, is a walkable and historic Arlington neighborhood with a river-edge greenway and a compact village main street. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Massachusetts Avenue at Lake Street, where indie cafes, bakeries, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks busy. Local pillars include Capitol Theatre & Lounge, Kickstand Cafe, and Menotomy Grill & Tavern. Housing leans toward classic New England two-families and porch-fronted Victorians, with pockets of mid-century apartments near the Cambridge line. The Minuteman Bikeway threads through, linking daily errands to longer rides. Spy Pond and the Alewife Brook paths add water views and a quieter counterpoint to Mass Ave.
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Offer insights
16-18 Alfred Rd · $1,695,000
$1.71M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.71M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
31 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
11 total rooms
Full, finished basement
Bedrooms
Unit 1: 1 level
Unit 2: 2 levels
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating (natural gas)
Window air conditioning units
Exterior features
Level lot
Walkable to lake/pond and public beach (0 to 1/10 mile)
Waterfront/Waterview access
Home design
Multi-family property
3 total stories
Approximately dated construction (year built from public records)
Parking
Off-street parking
2 open parking spaces (2 total spaces)
Construction
Block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric: 110 volts with circuit breakers
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
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Enjoy seasonal views of Spy Pond from the front porch of this large and immaculate two Family in E. Arlington. Newer roof & systems (2003). First floor 5/2/1, second floor 8/3/1 with large open kitchen/family room and finished 3rd floor(2 rooms). Also, finished basement in owners unit with full kitchen, full bath, large family room. Great opportunity to own 2 family or convert into condo's.
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Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
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Middlesex County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 26, 2025.
R2
Two-Family District
The predominant use in R2 is a two-family dwelling or duplex. This district is generally served by local streets only and its neighborhoods are largely walkable and well established. It includes areas that are generally within walking distance of the stores and transportation facilities along Massachusetts Avenue and Broadway. The Town discourages uses that consume large amounts of land, uses that would detract from the single-family and two-family or duplex residential character of these neighborhoods, and uses that would otherwise interfere with the intent of this Bylaw.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space
Sep 23, 2024 • Final
Building permit - one or two-family dwelling
Work on a roof.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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