Situated in desirable Arlington Heights, this architecturally designed new home offers the perfect balance of historical touches blended w/ a modern lifestyle. From the moment you step into the foyer, one can appreciate the attention to detail and thoughtful flow achieved in the sun-splashed open floor plan. The great room w/ it's coffered ceiling, oversized windows, fireplace and direct access to the rear deck says Welcome Home! A chef-style kitchen showcases gorgeous cabinetry, high-end appliances and generous counter space. A rare convenience of a first floor bedroom offers the flexibility of a bonus den/office or play room. The expansive master suite boasts soaring ceiling height, luxurious bathroom and matching walk-in closets. For your further comfort & ease of living, the home features 3 zone heating/cooling, prewiring for sound, a 2 car garage w/direct access into a spacious mudroom and enjoys a warp around yard w/ custom stonework & irrigation system.
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
4,725 sq ftLot Size
$834Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ralph Smith• Compass
Bought with Lara Gordon Caralis• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Single family in the desirable Brackett District for under 500K! Affordable starter home, condo alternative or lucrative builder lot? You decide! This cape offers an attached garage, central air, gas heat, replacement windows in most rooms, newer furnace, sunroom, unique wrought iron stair railing and fenced yard for summertime grilling! With the right updates, a new owner could bring this house to it's full potential. The neighborhood offers close proximity to Route 2, all 3 levels of public school, Mass Ave stores/restaurants, public transportation, and Robbins Farm/Skyline Park. Investors note, new construction homes on this block have sold for close to 1.2 million! Less than 1/2 mile to bus that goes directly to Alewife Red line station. 8 miles to Boston.
Public Records
Apr 22, 1971
Sold
$25,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,372 (+7.3%)
$561,800 + $1,236,900
$1,798,700
2024
$18,047 (+4.9%)
$539,300 + $1,164,900
$1,704,200
2023
$17,196 (+6.9%)
$471,900 + $1,062,100
$1,534,000
2022
$16,093 (+2.9%)
$449,400 + $959,800
$1,409,200
2021
$15,639 (+2.6%)
$449,400 + $929,700
$1,379,100
2020
$15,238 (+12.4%)
$449,400 + $928,400
$1,377,800
2019
$13,557 (+71.3%)
$421,300 + $782,700
$1,204,000
2018
$7,912 (+34.6%)
$348,300 + $304,000
$652,300
2017
$5,877 (+4.4%)
$320,200 + $147,700
$467,900
2016
$5,629 (−2.2%)
$292,100 + $147,700
$439,800
2015
$5,756 (+3.2%)
$286,500 + $138,300
$424,800
2014
$5,579 (+4.7%)
$266,300 + $138,300
$404,600
2013
$5,330 (+5.5%)
$253,300 + $138,300
$391,600
2012
$5,051 (+10.1%)
$230,300 + $139,500
$369,800
2011
$4,589 (+2.5%)
$230,300 + $139,500
$369,800
2010
$4,478 (+3.9%)
$230,300 + $139,500
$369,800
2009
$4,308
$225,700 + $135,700
$361,400
Tax history for 85 Robbins Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,372 (+7.3%)
$561,800 + $1,236,900
$1,798,700
2024
$18,047 (+4.9%)
$539,300 + $1,164,900
$1,704,200
2023
$17,196 (+6.9%)
$471,900 + $1,062,100
$1,534,000
2022
$16,093 (+2.9%)
$449,400 + $959,800
$1,409,200
2021
$15,639 (+2.6%)
$449,400 + $929,700
$1,379,100
2020
$15,238 (+12.4%)
$449,400 + $928,400
$1,377,800
2019
$13,557 (+71.3%)
$421,300 + $782,700
$1,204,000
2018
$7,912 (+34.6%)
$348,300 + $304,000
$652,300
2017
$5,877 (+4.4%)
$320,200 + $147,700
$467,900
2016
$5,629 (−2.2%)
$292,100 + $147,700
$439,800
2015
$5,756 (+3.2%)
$286,500 + $138,300
$424,800
2014
$5,579 (+4.7%)
$266,300 + $138,300
$404,600
2013
$5,330 (+5.5%)
$253,300 + $138,300
$391,600
2012
$5,051 (+10.1%)
$230,300 + $139,500
$369,800
2011
$4,589 (+2.5%)
$230,300 + $139,500
$369,800
2010
$4,478 (+3.9%)
$230,300 + $139,500
$369,800
2009
$4,308
$225,700 + $135,700
$361,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
2,527
Year built
1889
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3591361S
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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Closet, Mud Room, Wired for Sound
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,410
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Year Built Source: Builder
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,877
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling: Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mass Ave. to Robbins Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 85 Robbins Rd, Arlington MA 02476
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,527
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1889
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3591361S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Brackett Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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