Located between the Upper and Lower Mystic Lakes, this home sits in a private neighborhood with water views. Updated colonial with lots of natural light, hardwood floors and a long list of upgrades such as blown in insulation and replacement windows. There aren't many opportunities to own in this exclusive neighborhood so don't miss your chance!
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
6,173 sq ftLot Size
$669Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Alex Lacroix• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Arlington
Bought with Iliyan Padinkov• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay
If you lived here you could be swimming now! Renov Colonial in an exclusive, Mystic Lake neighborhood with priv beach. Home offers hardwood floors, high ceilings, sundrenched rms, fireplaced living room & rebuilt, granite kitchen. Most rooms offer dual exposure & many have lake views. Improvements include newer roof, heating system, deck & hot water tank. The refurb bsmnt provides a great space w/ a full fridge & direct outside access. Property includes fenced rear yard, a 2 car garage & drwy
MLS PIN #70549104
Apr 25, 2007
Sold
$495,000
$236/sq ft
Apr 12, 2007
Listing Removed
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Mar 29, 2007
Listed
$495,000
$236/sq ft
What a great opportunity to live near Mystic Lakes in fabulous neighborhood with access to the private beach! This 8 room Dutch Colonial has been in the same family for years and will be a real treasure for the next owners. There is a great enlcosed porch overlooking the yard and a two car garage. The house needs updating but there are newer windows and other updates. All offers will be presented on April 10th. It is suggested that all buyers have an inspection prior to making offer.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,645 (+6.1%)
$572,500 + $694,400
$1,266,900
2024
$12,855 (+6.2%)
$572,500 + $641,400
$1,213,900
2023
$12,109 (+6.3%)
$492,600 + $587,600
$1,080,200
2022
$11,390 (+2.4%)
$466,000 + $531,400
$997,400
2021
$11,123 (+2.9%)
$466,000 + $514,900
$980,900
2020
$10,805 (+8.0%)
$466,000 + $510,900
$976,900
2019
$10,005 (+0.4%)
$466,000 + $422,500
$888,500
2018
$9,970 (−0.2%)
$399,400 + $422,500
$821,900
2017
$9,989 (+0.2%)
$372,800 + $422,500
$795,300
2016
$9,967 (+24.0%)
$319,500 + $459,200
$778,700
2015
$8,038 (+1.9%)
$286,300 + $306,900
$593,200
2014
$7,887 (+23.3%)
$265,000 + $306,900
$571,900
2013
$6,397 (+4.4%)
$229,700 + $240,300
$470,000
2012
$6,128 (+10.1%)
$193,700 + $254,900
$448,600
2011
$5,567 (+2.5%)
$193,700 + $254,900
$448,600
2010
$5,433 (+4.1%)
$193,700 + $254,900
$448,600
2009
$5,217
$197,500 + $240,200
$437,700
Tax history for 5 Cheviot Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,645 (+6.1%)
$572,500 + $694,400
$1,266,900
2024
$12,855 (+6.2%)
$572,500 + $641,400
$1,213,900
2023
$12,109 (+6.3%)
$492,600 + $587,600
$1,080,200
2022
$11,390 (+2.4%)
$466,000 + $531,400
$997,400
2021
$11,123 (+2.9%)
$466,000 + $514,900
$980,900
2020
$10,805 (+8.0%)
$466,000 + $510,900
$976,900
2019
$10,005 (+0.4%)
$466,000 + $422,500
$888,500
2018
$9,970 (−0.2%)
$399,400 + $422,500
$821,900
2017
$9,989 (+0.2%)
$372,800 + $422,500
$795,300
2016
$9,967 (+24.0%)
$319,500 + $459,200
$778,700
2015
$8,038 (+1.9%)
$286,300 + $306,900
$593,200
2014
$7,887 (+23.3%)
$265,000 + $306,900
$571,900
2013
$6,397 (+4.4%)
$229,700 + $240,300
$470,000
2012
$6,128 (+10.1%)
$193,700 + $254,900
$448,600
2011
$5,567 (+2.5%)
$193,700 + $254,900
$448,600
2010
$5,433 (+4.1%)
$193,700 + $254,900
$448,600
2009
$5,217
$197,500 + $240,200
$437,700
*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.
2,095
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1599127S
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Laundry Features: Main Level, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Slider, Sun Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,095
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Blue
Lead Paint: Certified Treated
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Has Waterview
Lake, Walk to
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,037.86
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mystic St to Robin Hood Rd. Robin Hood Rd to Cheviot Rd. Please drive slowly through neighborhood.
UnparsedAddress: 5 Cheviot Rd, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,095
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1599127S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Microwave And Both Televisions Are Not Included With The Sale Of The Home.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Bishop Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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