Exciting Opportunity in Desirable Neighborhood! This captivating 4-bed, 2-bath single family home seamlessly blends timeless charm with contemporary updates. Situated in the coveted Brackett School district, conveniently close to Mass Ave, 77 bus line & new Arlington High School, this location offers the best of everything. Head inside to discover a newly crafted open floor plan, flooding the main level with natural light and providing ample space for daily living & entertaining. The addition of a 1st-floor brand new bedroom & bath ensures privacy & convenience, while the 3 spacious bedrooms on the 2nd floor, along with full bath, provide comfort & functionality for everyone. The spacious, level backyard beckons for outdoor gatherings & recreation. Throughout the home, recent upgrades also include new hardwood flooring, fresh paint, updated electrical & plumbing. With these enhancements, this residence is ready to welcome its new owners to a lifestyle of comfort and modern convenience
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
4,800 sq ftLot Size
$767Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Lanting Huang-Truong• StartPoint Realty
Years of many happy memories have been spent in this lovingly cared for home and now it's your turn to enjoy the fabulous location with easy access to Mass Ave and the 77 Bus line. Located in the Brackett School District, and with easy access to Robbins Farm and Menotomy Rocks Park for your enjoyment. This quality 1920’s built home offers the perfect template to apply your vision and creative style! The entryway sets the stage to the traditional-style layout including a spacious living room with a fireplace, a comfortable dining room with built-in hutch for entertaining, a kitchen with a large pantry that awaits your inspiration, and a bright & spacious family room that overlooks the rear yard. Upstairs are 3 good-sized bedrooms and a full size bathroom. The basement is a fantastic workspace for today’s projects & crafts. The spacious rear yard is perfect for putting an addition on to the house or having a beautiful garden or play area. This home can't be beat!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,017 (+9.9%)
$563,900 + $366,200
$930,100
2024
$9,115 (+4.1%)
$541,400 + $319,300
$860,700
2023
$8,754 (+5.3%)
$473,700 + $307,200
$780,900
2022
$8,315 (+1.9%)
$451,200 + $276,900
$728,100
2021
$8,160 (+2.5%)
$451,200 + $268,400
$719,600
2020
$7,959 (+10.9%)
$451,200 + $268,400
$719,600
2019
$7,178 (+4.9%)
$423,000 + $214,500
$637,500
2018
$6,843 (+1.7%)
$349,600 + $214,500
$564,100
2017
$6,731 (+3.6%)
$321,400 + $214,500
$535,900
2016
$6,499 (−2.1%)
$293,200 + $214,500
$507,700
2015
$6,638 (+2.5%)
$287,600 + $202,300
$489,900
2014
$6,476 (+4.2%)
$267,300 + $202,300
$469,600
2013
$6,214 (+1.2%)
$254,300 + $202,300
$456,600
2012
$6,143 (+10.1%)
$231,200 + $218,500
$449,700
2011
$5,581 (+2.5%)
$231,200 + $218,500
$449,700
2010
$5,446 (+2.4%)
$231,200 + $218,500
$449,700
2009
$5,318
$226,600 + $219,500
$446,100
Tax history for 56 Menotomy Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,017 (+9.9%)
$563,900 + $366,200
$930,100
2024
$9,115 (+4.1%)
$541,400 + $319,300
$860,700
2023
$8,754 (+5.3%)
$473,700 + $307,200
$780,900
2022
$8,315 (+1.9%)
$451,200 + $276,900
$728,100
2021
$8,160 (+2.5%)
$451,200 + $268,400
$719,600
2020
$7,959 (+10.9%)
$451,200 + $268,400
$719,600
2019
$7,178 (+4.9%)
$423,000 + $214,500
$637,500
2018
$6,843 (+1.7%)
$349,600 + $214,500
$564,100
2017
$6,731 (+3.6%)
$321,400 + $214,500
$535,900
2016
$6,499 (−2.1%)
$293,200 + $214,500
$507,700
2015
$6,638 (+2.5%)
$287,600 + $202,300
$489,900
2014
$6,476 (+4.2%)
$267,300 + $202,300
$469,600
2013
$6,214 (+1.2%)
$254,300 + $202,300
$456,600
2012
$6,143 (+10.1%)
$231,200 + $218,500
$449,700
2011
$5,581 (+2.5%)
$231,200 + $218,500
$449,700
2010
$5,446 (+2.4%)
$231,200 + $218,500
$449,700
2009
$5,318
$226,600 + $219,500
$446,100
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
1,540
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1590704S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Jan 23, 2026 • Final
Mechanical permit application
Install a five zone ductless mini-split system.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Directions: Mass Ave or Gray Street to Menotomy Road
UnparsedAddress: 56 Menotomy Rd, Arlington MA 02476
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,540
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1590704S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Television Mount/Bracket
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Brackett Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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