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Off Market Dec 2015 for $1M

$1,779,300

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,372/mo

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2,277

sq ft

140 Watson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Set on a tree-line street near the Cambridge line, this well-maintained and updated Tudor-style residence is exceptionally bright and spacious.The first floor features an oversized living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a beamed ceiling.The elegant dining room has wainscoting and crown moldings.The eat-in kitchen, with stainless appliances and granite countertops, leads into a mahogany paneled den with custom built-ins. A three-season sunroom is accessible from both the den and the living room. The renovated 1/2 bathroom completes this level.The 2nd floor offers four generously-sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.There is stair access to the third floor with a large cedar closet and extra storage space.The lower level includes a family room with carpet and built-ins, a separate laundry room, plus direct access to the backyard.The grounds feature a detached 2-car garage, raised stone patio & large landscaped yard.Close to schools, Fresh Pond, Alewife & public trans to Harvard Sq

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

6,296 sq ftLot Size

$781Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Carolyn Boyle • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Wenny and Karen • Phoenix Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #71909037

Redfin Estimate

$1,779,300

$759K since sold in December 2015$9,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 4.2% lower than the average sale price ($1.86M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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$1,540,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,684 sq ft
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D
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SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,120,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,863 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$2,700,000
F
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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.7%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$29K MoM

Avg. days on market

16d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

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Sale history for 140 Watson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,891 (+4.7%)

$781,000 + $702,000

$1,483,000

2024

$16,136 (+6.1%)

$974,000 + $554,000

$1,528,000

2023

$15,208 (+3.9%)

$850,000 + $503,000

$1,353,000

2022

$14,635 (+3.8%)

$798,000 + $468,000

$1,266,000

2021

$14,102 (+7.1%)

$832,000 + $390,000

$1,222,000

2020

$13,167 (+16.0%)

$815,000 + $382,000

$1,197,000

2019

$11,355 (+1.8%)

$606,000 + $367,000

$973,000

2018

$11,154 (+0.8%)

$551,000 + $367,000

$918,000

2017

$11,066 (+1.3%)

$505,000 + $367,000

$872,000

2016

$10,927 (+8.0%)

$505,000 + $365,000

$870,000

2015

$10,114 (+5.8%)

$420,000 + $364,000

$784,000

2014

$9,558 (+1.3%)

$344,000 + $364,000

$708,000

2013

$9,438 (+2.9%)

$344,000 + $364,000

$708,000

2012

$9,171 (+2.9%)

$287,000 + $400,000

$687,000

2011

$8,911 (+4.5%)

$287,000 + $386,000

$673,000

2010

$8,524 (+1.8%)

$287,000 + $414,000

$701,000

2009

$8,371

$299,000 + $405,000

$704,000

Tax history for 140 Watson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,891 (+4.7%)

$781,000 + $702,000

$1,483,000

2024

$16,136 (+6.1%)

$974,000 + $554,000

$1,528,000

2023

$15,208 (+3.9%)

$850,000 + $503,000

$1,353,000

2022

$14,635 (+3.8%)

$798,000 + $468,000

$1,266,000

2021

$14,102 (+7.1%)

$832,000 + $390,000

$1,222,000

2020

$13,167 (+16.0%)

$815,000 + $382,000

$1,197,000

2019

$11,355 (+1.8%)

$606,000 + $367,000

$973,000

2018

$11,154 (+0.8%)

$551,000 + $367,000

$918,000

2017

$11,066 (+1.3%)

$505,000 + $367,000

$872,000

2016

$10,927 (+8.0%)

$505,000 + $365,000

$870,000

2015

$10,114 (+5.8%)

$420,000 + $364,000

$784,000

2014

$9,558 (+1.3%)

$344,000 + $364,000

$708,000

2013

$9,438 (+2.9%)

$344,000 + $364,000

$708,000

2012

$9,171 (+2.9%)

$287,000 + $400,000

$687,000

2011

$8,911 (+4.5%)

$287,000 + $386,000

$673,000

2010

$8,524 (+1.8%)

$287,000 + $414,000

$701,000

2009

$8,371

$299,000 + $405,000

$704,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,098 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1940

Sq. Ft.

2,277

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2409858S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 273
Length: 21
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 30
Length: 6
Width: 5
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Laminate,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Wainscoting

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 35
Length: 7
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 25
Length: 5
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 273
Length: 21
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wood

Family Room Information
Area: 231
Length: 21
Width: 11
Level: Basement
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Kitchen Information
Area: 170
Length: 17
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 10X12
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Den, Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,277
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,114
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington Street to Watson Road. Watson is a One-Way Street.
UnparsedAddress: 140 Watson Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,277
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2409858S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Mary Lee Burbank School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.1mi

10/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Belmont, MA • 02478

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.69M – $2.05M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
141 Watson Road, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2494 Sq. Ft.	$2,049,148
123 Watson Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2120 Sq. Ft.	$1,612,764

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117 Watson Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1784 Sq. Ft.	$1,583,590

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111 Watson Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1774 Sq. Ft.	$1,579,795

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