Beautifully situated on a quiet, tree-lined street, this custom built Contemporary home is just minutes to the Peirce School! Upon arrival you'll be greeted by wonderful curb appeal, gorgeous stone work & meticulous landscaping. Enter & you'll be amazed by the soaring 10 ft ceilings, crown moldings, tray ceiling & completely open concept main level. The state-of-the-art, all-white kitchen features a clean, modern aesthetic, central island & hi-end SS appliances. A front to back living room w/gas FP has sliding glass doors which open onto a trex deck which seamlessly blends the indoor w/outdoors. The 2nd floor boasts a laundry closet & 3 large bedrooms including a fabulous master suite w/walk-in closet, add'l closet & fully tiled bathroom w/"his and hers" sinks. Bonus 3rd level features a 2nd master suite w/full bath & an "extra" room which could easily function as an in-law or guest suite or a giant playroom! Fantastic quality & attn to detail, this home is incredibly energy efficient!
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
5,008 sq ftLot Size
$589Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Julie Gibson• Bowes Real Estate Real Living
Bought with Jack Bruneau• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.
Best value in Arlington including a super walkable location!!! 1 block to Peirce School, 2 blocks to Mt. Gilboa conservation area, 3 blocks- less than 1/3 mile- to MacLennen Park, fields, playground, and skateboard park, 1/3 mile to bike path, .4 mile to #77 and #79 buses and Arlington Heights Village-- and 1/2 mile to Reservoir beach!!! Plenty of potential and upside with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, with high ceilings, eat-in kitchen, walk-up attic, and private back yard on quiet street. 3rd bedroom with walkup attic could be used for office or den. New hot water heater in 2014, 8 year old roof, and newer windows. Needs paint and some updating and is priced accordingly. You could easily live here while doing the work with the final result being your special home in a great location.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,826 (+3.9%)
$479,000 + $816,800
$1,295,800
2025
$13,311 (+8.6%)
$456,200 + $779,700
$1,235,900
2024
$12,259 (+2.6%)
$439,100 + $718,500
$1,157,600
2023
$11,949 (+5.4%)
$410,600 + $655,300
$1,065,900
2022
$11,333 (+2.6%)
$399,200 + $593,200
$992,400
2021
$11,046 (+2.5%)
$399,200 + $574,900
$974,100
2020
$10,774 (+16.5%)
$399,200 + $574,900
$974,100
2019
$9,249 (+4.4%)
$393,500 + $427,900
$821,400
2018
$8,856 (−1.1%)
$302,200 + $427,900
$730,100
2017
$8,955 (+30.5%)
$285,100 + $427,900
$713,000
2016
$6,863 (+14.5%)
$262,300 + $273,900
$536,200
2015
$5,996 (+2.8%)
$245,200 + $197,300
$442,500
2014
$5,835 (+1.3%)
$225,800 + $197,300
$423,100
2013
$5,758 (+2.7%)
$225,800 + $197,300
$423,100
2012
$5,609 (+10.1%)
$188,200 + $222,400
$410,600
2011
$5,096 (+2.5%)
$188,200 + $222,400
$410,600
2010
$4,972 (+3.4%)
$188,200 + $222,400
$410,600
2009
$4,809
$188,100 + $215,300
$403,400
Tax history for 87 Alpine St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,826 (+3.9%)
$479,000 + $816,800
$1,295,800
2025
$13,311 (+8.6%)
$456,200 + $779,700
$1,235,900
2024
$12,259 (+2.6%)
$439,100 + $718,500
$1,157,600
2023
$11,949 (+5.4%)
$410,600 + $655,300
$1,065,900
2022
$11,333 (+2.6%)
$399,200 + $593,200
$992,400
2021
$11,046 (+2.5%)
$399,200 + $574,900
$974,100
2020
$10,774 (+16.5%)
$399,200 + $574,900
$974,100
2019
$9,249 (+4.4%)
$393,500 + $427,900
$821,400
2018
$8,856 (−1.1%)
$302,200 + $427,900
$730,100
2017
$8,955 (+30.5%)
$285,100 + $427,900
$713,000
2016
$6,863 (+14.5%)
$262,300 + $273,900
$536,200
2015
$5,996 (+2.8%)
$245,200 + $197,300
$442,500
2014
$5,835 (+1.3%)
$225,800 + $197,300
$423,100
2013
$5,758 (+2.7%)
$225,800 + $197,300
$423,100
2012
$5,609 (+10.1%)
$188,200 + $222,400
$410,600
2011
$5,096 (+2.5%)
$188,200 + $222,400
$410,600
2010
$4,972 (+3.4%)
$188,200 + $222,400
$410,600
2009
$4,809
$188,100 + $215,300
$403,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1945
Sq. Ft.
2,772
Year built
1914
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3713056S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Home Office, Bathroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,555
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Blue
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,996
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Summer to Alpine or Park Ave. Extension to Alpine
UnparsedAddress: 87 Alpine Street, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,772
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: 1945
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3713056S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Peirce School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
9/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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