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About this home
Welcome to 97 Hartwell Rd, an immaculate and versatile single-family home in the heart of Bedford with exceptional curb appeal (we love the front porch!). This unique property offers 5-6 BDs and 4.5 BAs, including a 1st-floor suite and attached accessory apartment, ideal for extended family, guests, or rental income. The main home features an updated kitchen at the center with adjacent family and dining rooms, plus a cozy living room with fireplace. The 1st-floor suite includes an updated bath and office area. Upstairs are 3 BDs, including one en-suite. The accessory apartment has its own entrance, mudroom, 1st-floor office/BD, and open upper level with kitchen, BD, and updated BA. Enjoy a flat, fully fenced backyard with custom party pavilion and huge garage for vehicles, storage, or workshop space. Pristine condition, stunning curb appeal, and a prime location near the Bikeway, The Edge, town forest, and town center make this a rare and versatile Bedford offering.
Main-level primary bedroom with walk-in closet, hardwood flooring, exterior deck access, recessed lighting, and a full bathroom
Second-floor bedroom with hardwood flooring, double vanity, and walk-in closet
Second-floor bedroom with hardwood flooring and double closet
Second-floor bedroom with hardwood flooring and closet
Second-floor bedroom with hardwood flooring and double closet
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Master bathroom present
Main-level full bath with tiled tub & shower, stone/ceramic tile flooring, stone/granite countertops, custom built cabinetry, and recessed lighting
Second-floor full baths feature double vanity, tiled shower stall, upgraded countertops, and stone/ceramic tile flooring
Kitchen
Hardwood flooring
Stone/granite countertops
Kitchen island
Recessed lighting
Range
Range hood
Laundry & utility
Laundry on first floor
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile (stone/ceramic)
Wall-to-wall carpet
Heating & cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Central air and ductless
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Professional landscaping
Porch
Covered patio/deck
Composite deck
Exterior storage
Patio
Home design
Single family residence
Above-grade finished area present
Below-grade finished area present
ADU on property
Year built (public records); renovated since
Green exterior color
Parking
Attached garage (3 garage spaces) with garage door opener
3 covered spaces total
8 open parking spaces
Total of 11 parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street paved parking
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric: circuit breakers with 100 Amp and 200+ Amp service
Gas water heater
HOA & community
Community amenities nearby: public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, stables, golf, medical facility, bike path, conservation area, highway access, house of worship, private and public schools
Other
Lot is level and on a publicly maintained, paved road
Welcome to 97 Hartwell Rd, an immaculate and versatile single-family home in the heart of Bedford with exceptional curb appeal (we love the front porch!). This unique property offers 5-6 BDs and 4.5 BAs, including a 1st-floor suite and attached accessory apartment, ideal for extended family, guests, or rental income. The main home features an updated kitchen at the center with adjacent family and dining rooms, plus a cozy living room with fireplace. The 1st-floor suite includes an updated bath and office area. Upstairs are 3 BDs, including one en-suite. The accessory apartment has its own entrance, mudroom, 1st-floor office/BD, and open upper level with kitchen, BD, and updated BA. Enjoy a flat, fully fenced backyard with custom party pavilion and huge garage for vehicles, storage, or workshop space. Pristine condition, stunning curb appeal, and a prime location near the Bikeway, The Edge, town forest, and town center make this a rare and versatile Bedford offering.
Public Records
Jun 12, 1998
Sold
$260,000
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,503 (+6.4%)
$502,100 + $619,400
$1,121,500
2024
$12,688 (+7.4%)
$478,200 + $589,800
$1,068,000
2023
$11,817 (−6.5%)
$451,600 + $495,300
$946,900
2022
$12,639 (+10.8%)
$433,900 + $496,800
$930,700
2021
$11,404 (+2.7%)
$410,900 + $432,000
$842,900
2020
$11,109 (+4.7%)
$410,900 + $432,000
$842,900
2019
$10,606 (−3.8%)
$393,200 + $425,200
$818,400
2018
$11,025 (+29.1%)
$390,200 + $412,200
$802,400
2017
$8,541 (+13.2%)
$279,700 + $297,000
$576,700
2016
$7,548 (+3.8%)
$254,200 + $239,763
$493,963
2014
$7,272 (+7.7%)
$220,300 + $242,600
$462,900
2013
$6,755 (−2.0%)
$205,700 + $233,800
$439,500
2012
$6,892 (+12.2%)
$208,600 + $244,500
$453,100
2011
$6,143 (+18.5%)
$246,700 + $182,000
$428,700
2010
$5,186 (+2.3%)
$214,500 + $182,000
$396,500
2009
$5,069
$225,800 + $182,000
$407,800
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.53 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,717
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,717
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
855641S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
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
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Bedford, MA • 01730
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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52
34
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 97 Hartwell Rd
$1,574,341
$74K under list price of $1.65M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $985K to $2.3M.