This home's estimate is 5.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.39M) of 6 comparable homes.
Search- Overview
- Sale & tax history
- Property details
- Neighborhood
- Climate

















17 Douglas Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
About this home
Nestled in the tree tops this inviting seven room Colonial boasts wonderful views. Sited on a lovely tree lined street this home offers period details throughout, the first floor features an oversized living room with fireplace, formal dining room with sliders leading to an expansive deck, a wonderful family room, a kitchen with pantry offers easy access to the outdoors and half bath. The second floor welcomes you with a bright and inviting landing with built-ins and two closets providing an ideal space for an office. Three bedrooms, a family bath and access to a walk-up attic complete this level. The unfinished lower level, a one car garage, hardwood floors and convenient location enhance this home. This property awaits your decorating and renovating touches, it is being sold "As is", updates include a two year old roof and exterior paint..
Redfin Estimate
Earn from this home
List your home with Redfin and save $6,569
List your home for rent
Market trends in 02478, MA
Last updated October 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
See all
Provided by Redfin
Sale history for 17 Douglas Rd
$670/sq ft
$551/sq ft
Tax history for 17 Douglas Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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, Paved
Interior
- Master Bedroom Information
- Area: 204
- Length: 17
- Width: 12
- Level: Second
- Features: Closet
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Area: 117
- Length: 13
- Width: 9
- Level: Second
- Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Area: 108
- Length: 12
- Width: 9
- Level: Second
- Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 1
- # of Bathrooms (Half): 1
- Living Room Information
- Area: 345
- Length: 23
- Width: 15
- Level: First
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Family Room Information
- Area: 180
- Length: 10
- Width: 18
- Level: First
- Dining Room Information
- Area: 165
- Length: 15
- Width: 11
- Level: First
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access
- Kitchen Information
- Area: 170
- Length: 10
- Width: 17
- Level: First
- Features: Exterior Access
- Basement Information
- Basement: Full
- Laundry Information
- Laundry Features: In Basement
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces (Total): 1
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Interior Features
- # of Rooms (Total): 7
- Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Center Hall, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Area (Total): 1,680
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction Materials: Frame
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Year Built Details: Renovated Since
- Color: Tan
- Exterior Features
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Exterior Features: Deck, City View(s)
- Property Information
- PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
- Lot Information
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Features: Wooded, Steep Slope
- ViewYN: Has View
- View: City
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Road Frontage Type: Public
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $10,478
- Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: for Gas Range
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Ductless
Location
- Location Information
- Directions: Edgemoor Rd. to Douglas
- UnparsedAddress: 17 Douglas Rd., Belmont MA 02478
- Community Information
- Senior CommunityYN: No
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, Sidewalks
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 1.5
- Sq. Ft.: 1,680
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Renovated: 1940
- County: Middlesex County
- APN: 647504S
Other
- Listing Information
- StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
- K - 12
- Preschool & daycare
Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.1mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
- Belmont is a low-inventory, high-demand market driven both by restrictive zoning laws & proximity to Cambridge. New housing production is scarce, with demand for properties always exceeding supply. This will keep the market difficult for buyers and...advantageous for sellers.2 months ago • BelmontWas this helpful?
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
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.
Nearby similar homes
New listings for sale in 02478
Home values near 17 Douglas Rd
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2038 Sq. Ft. | $1,827,698 |
4 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1866 Sq. Ft. | $1,377,778 |
2 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2159 Sq. Ft. | $1,697,825 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2106 Sq. Ft. | $1,827,866 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1778 Sq. Ft. | $1,315,248 |
3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1899 Sq. Ft. | $1,533,291 |
3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1534 Sq. Ft. | $1,360,568 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 2886 Sq. Ft. | $2,057,304 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2336 Sq. Ft. | $1,668,109 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1947 Sq. Ft. | $1,900,287 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1898 Sq. Ft. | $1,548,497 |
3 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 1636 Sq. Ft. | $1,533,594 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2100 Sq. Ft. | $1,524,305 |
3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1629 Sq. Ft. | $1,463,256 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1701 Sq. Ft. | $1,399,526 |
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2502 Sq. Ft. | $1,688,495 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2130 Sq. Ft. | $1,693,692 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1478 Sq. Ft. | $1,464,104 |
3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1454 Sq. Ft. | $1,303,258 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2248 Sq. Ft. | $1,816,047 |
5 Beds | 3 Baths | 2812 Sq. Ft. | $1,934,514 |
More real estate resources
- Neighborhoods
- Cities
- Zip Codes
- Minor Civil Divisions
- Popular Searches
| 02474 homes for sale | |||
| 02476 homes for sale | |||
| 02478 homes for sale | |||
| 02452 homes for sale | |||
| 02472 homes for sale |
Find us
Subsidiaries
Affiliated Business
Copyright: © 2026 Redfin. All rights reserved.
Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.
Do not sell or share my personal information.
REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.
California DRE #01521930
Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures
New Mexico Real Estate Licenses
TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice
All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.
Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.
If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.
REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.










































United States
Canada