A perfect place to call home! Move right in to this updated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Colonial in desirable Heights location! Convenient to Dallin School, Route 2, Alewife, public transportation & Heights shops & restaurants. Gorgeous kitchen w/granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, tile floor, glass tile back splash, pantry closet & breakfast bar. Beautiful refinished hdwd floors & replacement windows. Formal dining room, fireplaced living room & updated 1st floor half bath. 2nd floor features 3 bdrms & tiled bath with updated fixtures. Finished walk-out lower level w/new flooring perfect for family room/playroom or office. Additional updates include NEST thermostat/door system, new interior & storm doors, shutters, interior paint, upgraded attic ventilation, high efficiency gas heating system (2013), Central AC (2013), 200 amp electric (2013) & roof (2011). Private yard with patio & gas line added for grilling is the perfect place for relaxing after a long day or entertaining.
Home has a small, but somewhat private backyard. The 3 bedrooms are average sized. Updated kitchen and baths. Additional finished space in the basement.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Melissa Savioli
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 477 Appleton St
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72367911
Sep 12, 2018
Sold
$780,000
$509/sq ft
Jul 31, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 25, 2018
Listed
$729,000
$476/sq ft
MLS PIN #72108220
Apr 7, 2017
Sold
$650,000
$424/sq ft
Jan 17, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 12, 2017
Listed
$599,900
$391/sq ft
+16
Move right in to this updated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath colonial in desirable Arlington Heights location. Gorgeous kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, tile floor, glass tile back splash, pantry closet and breakfast bar. Beautiful hardwood floors and replacement windows throughout. Formal dining room, fireplaced living room and updated first floor half bath. 2nd floor features 3 bedrooms and tiled bath with updated fixtures. Finished walk-out lower level perfect for family room/playroom or home office. Additional updates include high efficiency gas heating system (2013), Central AC (2013), 200 amp electric (2013) and roof (2011). Private backyard with patio perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Convenient to Dallin School, Route 2, Alewife, public transportation and Arlington Heights shops and restaurants. This one won't last! Open House, Sunday, Jan 15th 12:00 PM-2:00 PM.
Public Records
Aug 21, 2008
Sold
$430,000
$280/sq ft
MLS PIN #70784253
Aug 25, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Aug 21, 2008
Sold
$430,000
$280/sq ft
Jul 20, 2008
Contingent
—
Jul 17, 2008
Price Changed
$435,000
$284/sq ft
Jun 27, 2008
Listed
$449,000
$293/sq ft
What a terrific opportunity to own a wonderful home near the Dallin School in Arlington Heights! Convenient to public transportation, Alewife, and Rte 2. Hardwood floors and replacement windows. The 1st floor offers a spacious fireplaced living room, formal dining room, large kitchen with breakfast bar and half bath. The second floor has three generous sized bedrooms and full bath. There is a family room in the lower level w/walk out and a beautifully landscaped and private backyard with patio.
Public Records
May 31, 1996
Sold
$201,800
$132/sq ft
MLS PIN #50321372
May 31, 1996
Sold
$202,000
$132/sq ft
Mar 24, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Mar 15, 1996
Listed
$209,900
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,620 (+8.7%)
$436,500 + $456,700
$893,200
2024
$8,846 (+2.3%)
$420,100 + $415,200
$835,300
2023
$8,647 (+2.8%)
$392,800 + $378,600
$771,400
2022
$8,414 (+2.1%)
$381,900 + $354,900
$736,800
2021
$8,244 (+2.5%)
$381,900 + $345,100
$727,000
2020
$8,041 (+12.3%)
$381,900 + $345,100
$727,000
2019
$7,161 (+7.6%)
$376,500 + $259,500
$636,000
2018
$6,656 (+3.6%)
$289,200 + $259,500
$548,700
2017
$6,423 (+2.5%)
$272,800 + $238,600
$511,400
2016
$6,267 (−0.2%)
$251,000 + $238,600
$489,600
2015
$6,282 (+2.8%)
$234,600 + $229,000
$463,600
2014
$6,110 (+1.3%)
$216,000 + $227,100
$443,100
2013
$6,031 (+8.4%)
$216,000 + $227,100
$443,100
2012
$5,566 (+10.1%)
$180,000 + $227,500
$407,500
2011
$5,057 (+2.5%)
$180,000 + $227,500
$407,500
2010
$4,935 (+6.9%)
$180,000 + $227,500
$407,500
2009
$4,615
$179,900 + $207,300
$387,200
Tax history for 477 Appleton St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,620 (+8.7%)
$436,500 + $456,700
$893,200
2024
$8,846 (+2.3%)
$420,100 + $415,200
$835,300
2023
$8,647 (+2.8%)
$392,800 + $378,600
$771,400
2022
$8,414 (+2.1%)
$381,900 + $354,900
$736,800
2021
$8,244 (+2.5%)
$381,900 + $345,100
$727,000
2020
$8,041 (+12.3%)
$381,900 + $345,100
$727,000
2019
$7,161 (+7.6%)
$376,500 + $259,500
$636,000
2018
$6,656 (+3.6%)
$289,200 + $259,500
$548,700
2017
$6,423 (+2.5%)
$272,800 + $238,600
$511,400
2016
$6,267 (−0.2%)
$251,000 + $238,600
$489,600
2015
$6,282 (+2.8%)
$234,600 + $229,000
$463,600
2014
$6,110 (+1.3%)
$216,000 + $227,100
$443,100
2013
$6,031 (+8.4%)
$216,000 + $227,100
$443,100
2012
$5,566 (+10.1%)
$180,000 + $227,500
$407,500
2011
$5,057 (+2.5%)
$180,000 + $227,500
$407,500
2010
$4,935 (+6.9%)
$180,000 + $227,500
$407,500
2009
$4,615
$179,900 + $207,300
$387,200
*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
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,496
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3107308S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
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Electrical
Solar
Jan 11, 2026 • Final
Building permit - one or two-family dwelling
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Electrical
Solar
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UnparsedAddress: 477 Appleton St, Arlington MA 02476
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,496
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3107308S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer Negotiable
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Dallin Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
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