Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial nestled in one of Arlington’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Full of character and warmth, this delightful home offers an ideal blend of comfort, style, and everyday convenience. Step inside to a bright and inviting living space, where natural light highlights the beautiful hardwood floors that flow throughout the home. The open-concept kitchen creates a seamless space for cooking, gathering, and entertaining. A thoughtfully converted garage adds valuable finished living space, perfect for a home office, art studio, gym, or playroom—giving you the flexibility to fit your lifestyle.Outside, enjoy a lovely fenced-in yard, ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or savoring quiet mornings.All of this in an unbeatable location, just moments from Minute Man Bike Path, Trader Joe’s, the Arlington Reservoir, Peirce School, Bus Stop and more. This is a home that truly combines charm, function, and location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
4,286 sq ftLot Size
$720Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by The Serrano Team• Leading Edge Real Estate
Listed by • Leading Edge Real Estate
Bought with Joselin Malkhasian• Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Est. $3,386 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 85 Sunset Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73509297
Jun 4, 2026
Sold
$937,000
$720/sq ft
Apr 29, 2026
Listed
$899,900
$692/sq ft
MLS PIN #73389923
Jul 11, 2025
Sold
$905,000
$696/sq ft
Jun 12, 2025
Listed
$849,000
$653/sq ft
+30
Charming c.1928 Colonial Awaits New Owners! Lovingly maintained by the same family since 1973, this delightful home is full of warmth, character and curb appeal. Set on a quiet street with sidewalks, close to Peirce School, Arlington Reservoir Beach, Trader Joe’s, and all that Arlington Heights offers. The enclosed front porch is perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. The living room with decorative fireplace flows into the formal dining room with French doors leading to a fabulous screened porch with beautiful wood ceilings—ideal for summer entertaining. Throughout are gleaming hardwood floors and natural wood moldings. The kitchen and half bath have been updated, and all windows on the first and second floors are double-glazed for comfort and efficiency. The original garage has been converted to a finished, heated bonus room—perfect as a home office or playroom. The fenced-in yard offers privacy and room to play or garden, completing this move-in ready gem in a A+ location!
Public Records
Nov 7, 1973
Sold
$30,500
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,729 (+6.9%)
$438,900 + $278,700
$717,600
2024
$7,232 (+1.9%)
$422,500 + $260,400
$682,900
2023
$7,099 (+3.4%)
$395,000 + $238,300
$633,300
2022
$6,866 (+1.8%)
$384,000 + $217,200
$601,200
2021
$6,747 (+2.5%)
$384,000 + $211,000
$595,000
2020
$6,581 (+3.1%)
$384,000 + $211,000
$595,000
2019
$6,383 (+8.5%)
$378,600 + $188,300
$566,900
2018
$5,885
$290,800 + $194,400
$485,200
2017
$5,887 (+2.9%)
$274,300 + $194,400
$468,700
2016
$5,719 (+0.6%)
$252,400 + $194,400
$446,800
2015
$5,686 (+2.8%)
$235,900 + $183,700
$419,600
2014
$5,530 (+1.3%)
$217,300 + $183,700
$401,000
2013
$5,458 (+5.2%)
$217,300 + $183,700
$401,000
2012
$5,188 (+10.1%)
$181,100 + $198,700
$379,800
2011
$4,713 (+2.5%)
$181,100 + $198,700
$379,800
2010
$4,599 (+4.4%)
$181,100 + $198,700
$379,800
2009
$4,406
$180,900 + $188,700
$369,600
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,301
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1591733S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
Feb 20, 2024 • Final
Plumbing permit application
Remove and replace a water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Feb 9, 2024 • Final
Gas permit application
Remove and replace a water heater.
Gas
Plumbing
Water heater
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
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Peirce
Middle Or Junior School: Ottoson
High School: Ahs
Location Information
Directions: Summer Street or Blossom Street to Sunset
UnparsedAddress: 85 Sunset Rd, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,301
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1591733S
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
75/100 Very Walkable40/100 Some transit59/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Peirce School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
9/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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