Nestled directly on the scenic shores of Spy Pond in highly desirable East Arlington, this bright and spacious 758 sq.ft one bedroom condo offers an unbeatable lifestyle combining serene natural beauty with top-tier suburban convenience. Enjoy peaceful views of tall pines and the famous Minuteman Commuter Bikeway directly from your private balcony, with immediate outdoor access for local kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and scenic picnic areas on the pond. The functional interior highlights rich parquet hardwood and tile flooring throughout, an expansive open-concept living and dining area, a well-appointed kitchen boasting abundant cabinet and counter space, a king-sized bedroom with a generous walk-in closet, and a pristine full tile bath. Complete with building amenities like exterior handicap access, same-level laundry and dedicated storage, and a deeded parking spot, this ideal location also puts you minutes from the historic Capitol Theatre, lively Mass Ave shops and restaurants, convenient bus routes, the Alewife T station, and major commuter arteries like Route 2. A hidden gem!
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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Market insights
34 Hamilton Rd #404 · $495,000
DAYS ON MARKET
7 days
The average home goes pending in 42 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$495,000
Median sale price in this area is $489,555. (1% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Monthly association fee includes heat, water, sewer, insurance, building and grounds maintenance, road maintenance, snow removal, trash, and reserve funds
Building amenities include hot water, laundry, elevators, recreation facilities, a boat dock, and a garden area
Pets allowed with restrictions
Community features include public transportation, shopping, tennis courts, parks, walking and jogging trails, medical facilities, bike paths, conservation areas, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools, and a T station
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East Arlington condo on the shores of Spy Pond. Bring your kayak, canoe or sail boat. Spacious 1 bedrm overlooking tall pines & Bike Trail, conv. to T and bus, features "2005" updated kitchen w/ abundant cabinets & counters, open concept living rm w/ large dining area, king size bedrm w/ walk-in closet, wood & tile floors, tile bathrm. Newer windows and doors, electric panel, Air Cond, lighting fixtures & ceiling fans. Same level extra storage. Deeded pkg. Exterior handicap access. A must see!
Public Records
Dec 30, 1992
Sold
$85,000
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,473 (+3.9%)
$419,200
2025
$4,304 (+4.0%)
$399,600
2024
$4,139 (−1.5%)
$390,800
2023
$4,202 (+6.7%)
$374,800
2022
$3,938 (+3.9%)
$344,800
2021
$3,792 (+5.5%)
$334,400
2020
$3,595 (+4.5%)
$325,000
2019
$3,440 (+3.6%)
$305,500
2018
$3,321 (+3.8%)
$273,800
2017
$3,200 (−1.9%)
$254,800
2016
$3,261 (+0.6%)
$254,800
2015
$3,243 (+2.2%)
$239,300
2014
$3,174 (+1.3%)
$230,200
2013
$3,133 (+0.6%)
$230,200
2012
$3,113 (+10.1%)
$227,900
2011
$2,828 (+2.5%)
$227,900
2010
$2,760 (−1.5%)
$227,900
2009
$2,802
$235,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
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Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
747
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
747
Year built
1985
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Middlesex County
APN
1877621S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
R6
Apartment District/Medium Density
The predominant land uses in the Medium-Density Apartment District consist of a mix of apartments up to four Stories high and offices at a smaller scale. The Town discourages uses which would detract from the desired residential and office character or 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
Office
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
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