Reap the benefits of 2009 investment in geothermal HVAC at this exceedingly charming home bordering Mt. Gilboa conservation. Wonderful private yard overlooking the wooded land + the siting at the end of a private way offering tranquility while being close to public transportation, the bike path, shopping and restaurants, and a short commute into Boston and Cambridge. Additional updates since 2005 inc. roof, wiring & elec serv., stainless steel appliances. 3 bedrooms up & 4th BR on main level.
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
4,290 sq ftLot Size
$673Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Janovitz-Tse Team• Hammond Residential
Listed by • Hammond Residential
Bought with Kathleen Avitabile• Kathleen M. Avitabile
Mt. Gilboa Gem. Views to Boston. Private ended way. Minutes to T, Bikepath , and New Peirce School. Surrounded by Conservation w/ walking trails. Large open floor plan. Updated EIK. Gleaming hardwoods and much, much more.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,966 (+1.0%)
$460,900 + $379,400
$840,300
2025
$8,873 (+8.2%)
$439,000 + $384,900
$823,900
2024
$8,204 (−0.2%)
$422,500 + $352,200
$774,700
2023
$8,218 (+4.4%)
$395,100 + $338,000
$733,100
2022
$7,870 (+2.1%)
$384,100 + $305,000
$689,100
2021
$7,711 (+2.5%)
$384,100 + $295,900
$680,000
2020
$7,521 (+9.5%)
$384,100 + $295,900
$680,000
2019
$6,867 (+8.4%)
$378,600 + $231,300
$609,900
2018
$6,333 (−0.3%)
$290,800 + $231,300
$522,100
2017
$6,352 (+3.0%)
$274,400 + $231,300
$505,700
2016
$6,167 (+0.7%)
$252,400 + $229,400
$481,800
2015
$6,126 (+2.5%)
$235,900 + $216,200
$452,100
2014
$5,978 (+1.3%)
$217,300 + $216,200
$433,500
2013
$5,900 (+3.7%)
$217,300 + $216,200
$433,500
2012
$5,687 (+10.1%)
$181,100 + $235,200
$416,300
2011
$5,166 (+2.5%)
$181,100 + $235,200
$416,300
2010
$5,041 (+3.6%)
$181,100 + $235,200
$416,300
2009
$4,868
$181,000 + $227,400
$408,400
Tax history for 20 Alpine St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,966 (+1.0%)
$460,900 + $379,400
$840,300
2025
$8,873 (+8.2%)
$439,000 + $384,900
$823,900
2024
$8,204 (−0.2%)
$422,500 + $352,200
$774,700
2023
$8,218 (+4.4%)
$395,100 + $338,000
$733,100
2022
$7,870 (+2.1%)
$384,100 + $305,000
$689,100
2021
$7,711 (+2.5%)
$384,100 + $295,900
$680,000
2020
$7,521 (+9.5%)
$384,100 + $295,900
$680,000
2019
$6,867 (+8.4%)
$378,600 + $231,300
$609,900
2018
$6,333 (−0.3%)
$290,800 + $231,300
$522,100
2017
$6,352 (+3.0%)
$274,400 + $231,300
$505,700
2016
$6,167 (+0.7%)
$252,400 + $229,400
$481,800
2015
$6,126 (+2.5%)
$235,900 + $216,200
$452,100
2014
$5,978 (+1.3%)
$217,300 + $216,200
$433,500
2013
$5,900 (+3.7%)
$217,300 + $216,200
$433,500
2012
$5,687 (+10.1%)
$181,100 + $235,200
$416,300
2011
$5,166 (+2.5%)
$181,100 + $235,200
$416,300
2010
$5,041 (+3.6%)
$181,100 + $235,200
$416,300
2009
$4,868
$181,000 + $227,400
$408,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,429
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2943495S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
Jul 18, 2026 • Active
Electrical permit application
Install new electrical wiring for a living room created from a converted first-floor porch.
Electrical
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.
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,487
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Tan
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat, Other (See Remarks)
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Lot Features: Wooded
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,166
Tax Year: 2011
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Geothermal
Cooling: Central Air, Geothermal
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Peirce
Middle Or Junior School: Ottoson
High School: Ahs
Location Information
Directions: Park Ave Ext. to Alpine -- the turn closer to Lowell St. Alpine St. is divided in 2 parts/dead ends.
UnparsedAddress: 20 Alpine St, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,429
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2943495S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Many Inclusions, Some Negotiable. Ask For List.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Peirce School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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