If you could have the house of your dreams this would be it! Located in Jason Heights, with captivating views of the Boston skyline & Spy Pond. Enter the foyer with closet & barn-style door. The expansive double living room, dining room & kitchen offer space for elegant entertaining, including a fireplace & large deck. The cook’s kitchen has Quartz counters, professional-style appliances, & large center island. This fl includes a bedroom and a full bath. The 2nd fl, features a master bedroom suite, walk-in closet & spa-style marble-appointed bath. There are also 2 bedrooms, a full bath, laundry room & sitting room. The 3rd fl has a great room w/wet bar & wine fridge. A deck offers fantastic city views. There’s also a fifth bedroom & full bath - perfect for an au pair. There is a playroom & storage on the lower level. The grounds are beautifully landscaped, and there is a 2-car garage. Convenient to Arlington Center, Menotomy Rocks Park, transportation, shops & fine local restaurants
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
9,056 sq ftLot Size
$661Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Barbara Currier• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
WOW Jason Heights New Construction! Amazing views of Boston and Spy Pond gives you vista galore. 5 bedrooms and 4 baths allows room for everyone. Open floorplan with fireplace LR, huge dining room with doors to outdoor deck and Classic Kitchen with an inviting island and abundant cabinets . Thermador Appliances and all the bells and whistles. First floor bedroom and bath create options in this flexible home. 2nd floor with gracious Master suite, walk in closet and spa bathroom with double vanity and spacious shower. 2 additional bedrooms, bath, laundry and home office finish out the second floor. 3rd floor loft with glass balcony overlooking Boston and its own coffee/mini bar to hang out and enjoy. 5th bedroom and full bath for inlaw/aupair or teenage suite. Lower level family room with separate entrance. 2 Car Garage. Menotomy Rocks Park and Arlington Center just minutes away!
MLS PIN #71996039
Jun 23, 2016
Sold
$685,000
$170/sq ft
May 3, 2016
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2016
Listed
$599,000
$149/sq ft
+19
This spacious Ranch style home is perched on a private lot with fabulous views of the Boston skyline and Spy Pond! Offering an open floor plan that is perfect for entertaining or just relaxing and enjoying the views This charming home has been in the same family for more than 5 decades and has been maintained throughout the years and provides opportunities for the new owners to renovate it to their desired taste. There are 3 spacious bedrooms all with hardwood floors and ample closet space. The living room has a large fireplace and built in book cases and is open to the dining room. The country style eat- in kitchen is spacious with plenty of cabinets and counter space. There is a family room on the lower level with a fireplace and additional space for storage. There is a two car garage that is located in front of the house that maintains the privacy of the home and yard.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,438 (+4.1%)
$802,300 + $1,571,900
$2,374,200
2025
$24,447 (+7.3%)
$760,800 + $1,509,100
$2,269,900
2024
$22,774 (+3.4%)
$733,200 + $1,417,300
$2,150,500
2023
$22,027 (+7.6%)
$670,900 + $1,294,000
$1,964,900
2022
$20,471 (+2.8%)
$622,500 + $1,170,100
$1,792,600
2021
$19,915 (+8.8%)
$622,500 + $1,133,700
$1,756,200
2020
$18,302 (+5.7%)
$622,500 + $1,032,300
$1,654,800
2019
$17,310 (+111.6%)
$657,100 + $880,200
$1,537,300
2018
$8,182 (−0.3%)
$484,200 + $190,300
$674,500
2017
$8,210 (+3.6%)
$463,400 + $190,300
$653,700
2016
$7,924 (+6.5%)
$428,800 + $190,300
$619,100
2015
$7,440 (−0.2%)
$359,700 + $189,400
$549,100
2014
$7,458 (+4.5%)
$351,400 + $189,400
$540,800
2013
$7,134 (+4.7%)
$334,800 + $189,400
$524,200
2012
$6,816 (+10.1%)
$304,300 + $194,700
$499,000
2011
$6,193 (+2.5%)
$304,300 + $194,700
$499,000
2010
$6,043 (+5.0%)
$304,300 + $194,700
$499,000
2009
$5,755
$297,400 + $185,400
$482,800
Tax history for 18 Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,438 (+4.1%)
$802,300 + $1,571,900
$2,374,200
2025
$24,447 (+7.3%)
$760,800 + $1,509,100
$2,269,900
2024
$22,774 (+3.4%)
$733,200 + $1,417,300
$2,150,500
2023
$22,027 (+7.6%)
$670,900 + $1,294,000
$1,964,900
2022
$20,471 (+2.8%)
$622,500 + $1,170,100
$1,792,600
2021
$19,915 (+8.8%)
$622,500 + $1,133,700
$1,756,200
2020
$18,302 (+5.7%)
$622,500 + $1,032,300
$1,654,800
2019
$17,310 (+111.6%)
$657,100 + $880,200
$1,537,300
2018
$8,182 (−0.3%)
$484,200 + $190,300
$674,500
2017
$8,210 (+3.6%)
$463,400 + $190,300
$653,700
2016
$7,924 (+6.5%)
$428,800 + $190,300
$619,100
2015
$7,440 (−0.2%)
$359,700 + $189,400
$549,100
2014
$7,458 (+4.5%)
$351,400 + $189,400
$540,800
2013
$7,134 (+4.7%)
$334,800 + $189,400
$524,200
2012
$6,816 (+10.1%)
$304,300 + $194,700
$499,000
2011
$6,193 (+2.5%)
$304,300 + $194,700
$499,000
2010
$6,043 (+5.0%)
$304,300 + $194,700
$499,000
2009
$5,755
$297,400 + $185,400
$482,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
4,018
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2531886S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street
Directions: Pleasant St. east, left on Kensington Park, 2nd left onto Kensington Road
UnparsedAddress: 18 Kensington Road, Arlington MA 02476
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,018
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2531886S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Gibbs School
Public 6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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