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Off Market Sep 2017 for $603K

$857,488

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $916/mo

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1,100

sq ft

53 Lansdowne Rd, Arlington, MA 02474

About this home

Perfectly charming 2+ BR, Bungalow/Cottage is the Goldilocks of homes! Situated on a beautiful, private, over sized yard. Not too big, not too small, just right for first time home buyers interested in a condo alternative or simply to put their own touch on a home. Newer upgrades include updated kitchen "eat in" with cherry cabinets & granite, and front to back living room streaming with light, featuring French doors which lead to an attractive patio and huge backyard perfect for summer entertaining. There are two spacious bedrooms, plus an additional room for a home office or nursery. The basement has plenty of room for storage, a workshop, side by side laundry and direct access to the garage. This home is in a lovely neighborhood setting, located on a private way, close to public transportation, Arlington shops and restaurants, and easy access to major routes. You’ve seen many homes but not one like this - this is your chance to settle in to Arlington homeownership!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

7,109 sq ftLot Size

$780Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Stephen McKenna • Bowes Real Estate Real Living

Bought with Katherine Waters Clark • RE/MAX Leading Edge

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72214728

Redfin Estimate

$857,488

$254K since sold in September 2017$18K since July

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This home's estimate is 1.7% lower than the average sale price ($873K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$685,000
A
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SOLD APR 7, 2026
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B
3 beds1.5 baths1,276 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$762,000
C
2 beds1 bath1,066 sq ft
27 Governor Rd, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,040,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,337 sq ft
73 Hemlock St, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$874,500
E
3 beds1 bath1,309 sq ft
43 Woodside Ln, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD SEP 22, 2025
$860,000
F
2 beds1.5 baths1,480 sq ft
19 Lansdowne Rd, Arlington, MA 02474

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Market trends in 02474, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

104.3%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$135K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 53 Lansdowne Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,567 (+6.1%)

$424,400 + $278,200

$702,600

2024

$7,129 (+7.0%)

$419,200 + $254,000

$673,200

2023

$6,662 (+2.5%)

$377,800 + $216,500

$594,300

2022

$6,499 (+1.9%)

$362,300 + $206,800

$569,100

2021

$6,375 (+2.5%)

$362,300 + $199,900

$562,200

2020

$6,219 (+1.5%)

$362,300 + $200,000

$562,300

2019

$6,127 (+12.0%)

$367,400 + $176,700

$544,100

2018

$5,471 (+2.5%)

$274,300 + $176,700

$451,000

2017

$5,339 (+0.6%)

$248,400 + $176,700

$425,100

2016

$5,309 (+6.6%)

$238,100 + $176,700

$414,800

2015

$4,978 (+1.1%)

$201,800 + $165,600

$367,400

2014

$4,924 (+4.0%)

$191,500 + $165,600

$357,100

2013

$4,734 (+5.2%)

$182,200 + $165,600

$347,800

2012

$4,501 (+10.1%)

$165,600 + $163,900

$329,500

2011

$4,089 (+2.5%)

$165,600 + $163,900

$329,500

2010

$3,990 (+14.7%)

$165,600 + $163,900

$329,500

2009

$3,479

$165,700 + $126,200

$291,900

Tax history for 53 Lansdowne Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,567 (+6.1%)

$424,400 + $278,200

$702,600

2024

$7,129 (+7.0%)

$419,200 + $254,000

$673,200

2023

$6,662 (+2.5%)

$377,800 + $216,500

$594,300

2022

$6,499 (+1.9%)

$362,300 + $206,800

$569,100

2021

$6,375 (+2.5%)

$362,300 + $199,900

$562,200

2020

$6,219 (+1.5%)

$362,300 + $200,000

$562,300

2019

$6,127 (+12.0%)

$367,400 + $176,700

$544,100

2018

$5,471 (+2.5%)

$274,300 + $176,700

$451,000

2017

$5,339 (+0.6%)

$248,400 + $176,700

$425,100

2016

$5,309 (+6.6%)

$238,100 + $176,700

$414,800

2015

$4,978 (+1.1%)

$201,800 + $165,600

$367,400

2014

$4,924 (+4.0%)

$191,500 + $165,600

$357,100

2013

$4,734 (+5.2%)

$182,200 + $165,600

$347,800

2012

$4,501 (+10.1%)

$165,600 + $163,900

$329,500

2011

$4,089 (+2.5%)

$165,600 + $163,900

$329,500

2010

$3,990 (+14.7%)

$165,600 + $163,900

$329,500

2009

$3,479

$165,700 + $126,200

$291,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,049 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1953

Sq. Ft.

1,034

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3643483S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 252
Length: 12
Width: 21
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 108
Length: 9
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Living Room Information
Level: First

Family Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Dining Room Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Area: 88
Length: 8
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Laminate,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Features: Den, Study, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,100
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Cottage Gr

Exterior Features
Roof: Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,824.07
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Summer Street to Brattle St, to Hemlock, to Lansdowne.
UnparsedAddress: 53 Lansdowne Rd, Arlington MA 02474

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,034
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,049 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1953
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3643483S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Two Hanging Light Fixtures In Mudroom And Living Area
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Ottoson Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

Arlington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Arlington, MA • 02474

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$815,000 – $987,000

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Data from public records.

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64 Lansdowne Rd, Arlington, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4400 Sq. Ft.	$2,426,462
34 Lansdowne Rd, Arlington, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3366 Sq. Ft.	$1,918,611

Address	Redfin Estimate
46 Lansdowne Rd, Arlington, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 906 Sq. Ft.	$799,793
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57 Lansdowne Rd, Arlington, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2112 Sq. Ft.	$1,069,719

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