This remarkable Colonial w/ paver pathway & landscaped grounds welcomes you home! Upon entry, you will discover original character boasts throughout. The updated kitchen provides quartz countertops, backsplash & brand-name appliances. The open concept to the dining room is ideal for entertaining! The formal dining room is filled w/ charm including an original built-in hutch along w/ crown molding. Relax in the living room where the wood burning fireplace is the main feature. French doors lead you to the 4-season sunroom complete w/ a gas stove. You can start or unwind from the day in this tranquil space drenched w/ natural light. Your living area extends down to the basement and upstairs! Level 2 offers the primary bedroom w/ 2 closets plus an oversized walk-in closet. Full bath, 2 adaptable bedrooms & dedicated office space finishes upstairs. With the warm weather on its way, envision yourself in your outdoor oasis featuring an above-ground pool, shed & patio!
SPACIOUS,GRACIOUS COLON. IN GR.LOC. 3 BR'S,STUDY,FRML DR W CHINA CAB, LR W FP, 1.5 BATHS. MR. BR HAS WALK-IN, SPAN. CEDAR CLOSET, LGE. FENCED YD W PATIO; GAR +PKG; NR TRANSPORTATION.
MLS PIN #50293483
Oct 27, 1995
Sold
$235,000
$109/sq ft
Oct 1, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Jul 14, 1995
Listed
$239,900
$111/sq ft
CLASSIC CE COLONIAL ON TREE LINED STREET.GLEAMING OAK FLOORS,SUNROOM & LOWER LEVEL FAMILY RM ON SEPARATE HEAT ZONES. WALK TO MASS.AVE,LAKE ST.,SHOPS & ARL.CNTR WASHER DRYER,FRIG & AC'S INCLUDED.MOVE IN CONDITION! TRASH
Public Records
Aug 12, 1988
Sold
$250,000
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,571 (+14.7%)
$631,100 + $721,800
$1,352,900
2024
$12,709 (+7.9%)
$600,700 + $599,400
$1,200,100
2023
$11,782 (+3.3%)
$503,700 + $547,300
$1,051,000
2022
$11,401 (+2.2%)
$485,400 + $512,900
$998,300
2021
$11,159 (+2.5%)
$485,400 + $498,600
$984,000
2020
$10,883 (+9.6%)
$485,400 + $498,600
$984,000
2019
$9,927 (+10.3%)
$515,800 + $365,800
$881,600
2018
$9,000 (+0.5%)
$376,200 + $365,800
$742,000
2017
$8,958 (+5.3%)
$327,700 + $385,500
$713,200
2016
$8,507 (−1.6%)
$279,100 + $385,500
$664,600
2015
$8,644 (+6.4%)
$273,100 + $364,800
$637,900
2014
$8,126 (+3.2%)
$224,500 + $364,800
$589,300
2013
$7,872 (+1.6%)
$213,600 + $364,800
$578,400
2012
$7,745 (+10.1%)
$194,200 + $372,800
$567,000
2011
$7,036 (+17.6%)
$194,200 + $372,800
$567,000
2010
$5,985 (+3.1%)
$194,200 + $300,000
$494,200
2009
$5,803
$201,800 + $285,000
$486,800
Tax history for 29 Bates Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,571 (+14.7%)
$631,100 + $721,800
$1,352,900
2024
$12,709 (+7.9%)
$600,700 + $599,400
$1,200,100
2023
$11,782 (+3.3%)
$503,700 + $547,300
$1,051,000
2022
$11,401 (+2.2%)
$485,400 + $512,900
$998,300
2021
$11,159 (+2.5%)
$485,400 + $498,600
$984,000
2020
$10,883 (+9.6%)
$485,400 + $498,600
$984,000
2019
$9,927 (+10.3%)
$515,800 + $365,800
$881,600
2018
$9,000 (+0.5%)
$376,200 + $365,800
$742,000
2017
$8,958 (+5.3%)
$327,700 + $385,500
$713,200
2016
$8,507 (−1.6%)
$279,100 + $385,500
$664,600
2015
$8,644 (+6.4%)
$273,100 + $364,800
$637,900
2014
$8,126 (+3.2%)
$224,500 + $364,800
$589,300
2013
$7,872 (+1.6%)
$213,600 + $364,800
$578,400
2012
$7,745 (+10.1%)
$194,200 + $372,800
$567,000
2011
$7,036 (+17.6%)
$194,200 + $372,800
$567,000
2010
$5,985 (+3.1%)
$194,200 + $300,000
$494,200
2009
$5,803
$201,800 + $285,000
$486,800
*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
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
2,152
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2085569S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
R1
Single-Family District
The predominant uses in R1 are single-family dwellings and public land and buildings. The Town discourages intensive land uses, uses that would detract from the single-family residential character of these neighborhoods, and uses that would otherwise interfere with the intent of this Bylaw.
Green Water Conservation: ET Irrigation Controller
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,401
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Massachusetts Ave, Turn right onto Bates Rd
UnparsedAddress: 29 Bates Rd, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,152
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2085569S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Flat Screen Tv, Mirrors, Wall Mounts. Living & Sun Room Cabinets May Be Negotiable For Purchase.
StandardStatus: Closed
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Gibbs School
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9/10
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Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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