Lovely cape located on a 1 way street offers a freshly painted interior and exterior, newer roof, & a backyard oasis that will make you long for home! The living room, with large picture window that allows for an abundance of light, features a brick fireplace flanked by custom built-in shelving & cabinetry. Dining room opens to eat-in kitchen with newly tiled floor, cooktop and wall oven, and a door leading to the large wood deck. A 1st floor bedroom and a bath with new vanity, toilet and lighting complete this level. There are 2 additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor, along with another full bath. Lower level has a family room with a 2nd fireplace, laundry area with sink, and add'l space with organized storage that is currently used as an exercise area. 1 car garage under is accessed from family room. Escape and unwind on the expansive deck w/ overhead pergola & bench seating, a wonderful extension of the home. Close to public transportation, parks, playgrounds & lots of dining options.
Pride of ownership is reflected in this meticulously maintained three bedroom Cape. Fireplaced living room, formal dining room, sunny eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors throughout. Extra family room in basement with additional fireplace. Spacious yard with mature trees and plantings. Located near shops, restaurants and public transportation. Great condo alternative!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,114 (−6.3%)
$589,000 + $299,000
$888,000
2024
$10,792 (+0.5%)
$780,000 + $242,000
$1,022,000
2023
$10,734 (+4.8%)
$736,000 + $219,000
$955,000
2022
$10,242 (−0.9%)
$674,000 + $212,000
$886,000
2021
$10,340 (+21.6%)
$745,000 + $151,000
$896,000
2020
$8,503 (+17.0%)
$622,000 + $151,000
$773,000
2019
$7,270 (+2.8%)
$457,000 + $166,000
$623,000
2018
$7,071 (+1.9%)
$416,000 + $166,000
$582,000
2017
$6,941 (+9.7%)
$381,000 + $166,000
$547,000
2016
$6,330 (+1.0%)
$339,000 + $165,000
$504,000
2015
$6,269 (+3.4%)
$309,000 + $177,000
$486,000
2014
$6,062 (+1.3%)
$266,000 + $183,000
$449,000
2013
$5,985 (+4.5%)
$266,000 + $183,000
$449,000
2012
$5,727 (+8.1%)
$230,000 + $199,000
$429,000
2011
$5,296 (+5.7%)
$217,000 + $183,000
$400,000
2010
$5,010 (+2.5%)
$217,000 + $195,000
$412,000
2009
$4,887
$220,000 + $191,000
$411,000
Tax history for 17 Davis Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,114 (−6.3%)
$589,000 + $299,000
$888,000
2024
$10,792 (+0.5%)
$780,000 + $242,000
$1,022,000
2023
$10,734 (+4.8%)
$736,000 + $219,000
$955,000
2022
$10,242 (−0.9%)
$674,000 + $212,000
$886,000
2021
$10,340 (+21.6%)
$745,000 + $151,000
$896,000
2020
$8,503 (+17.0%)
$622,000 + $151,000
$773,000
2019
$7,270 (+2.8%)
$457,000 + $166,000
$623,000
2018
$7,071 (+1.9%)
$416,000 + $166,000
$582,000
2017
$6,941 (+9.7%)
$381,000 + $166,000
$547,000
2016
$6,330 (+1.0%)
$339,000 + $165,000
$504,000
2015
$6,269 (+3.4%)
$309,000 + $177,000
$486,000
2014
$6,062 (+1.3%)
$266,000 + $183,000
$449,000
2013
$5,985 (+4.5%)
$266,000 + $183,000
$449,000
2012
$5,727 (+8.1%)
$230,000 + $199,000
$429,000
2011
$5,296 (+5.7%)
$217,000 + $183,000
$400,000
2010
$5,010 (+2.5%)
$217,000 + $195,000
$412,000
2009
$4,887
$220,000 + $191,000
$411,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
1,248
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3155598S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 131.25
Length: 12.5
Width: 10.5
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182.25
Length: 13.5
Width: 13.5
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 148.5
Length: 13.5
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 47.08
Length: 9.42
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 35
Length: 7
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Utilities: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: One way street off of Trapelo Road
UnparsedAddress: 17 Davis Rd, Belmont MA 02478
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3155598S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Personal Property.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Butler Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Belmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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