OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2015 for $1.3M

$2,130,110

•

2,438

sq ft

17 Garfield Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

A Belmont Hill Find! Classic C.E. Colonial on a desirable dead end street. Features include spacious tiled foyer w/wainscoting and 2 guest closets, gracious front to back living room with fireplace, built in book cases, formal dining room with twin china cabinets and French doors. The covered porch and deck adjacent to the dining room make a perfect addition for entertaining. The cherry cabinet granite kitchen boasts a breakfast area w/skylight and bay window overlooking the lovely landscaped yard and gardens. There is access from the kitchen to the deck. A den and 1/2 bath add to the 1st flr living space. Second floor includes master bedroom with bath and walk in closet. There are 3 additional bedrooms and full bath on this floor. A walk up attic adds additional storage space. Other features include a large lower level family room w/stone fireplace plus an office area. Exterior features: deck, porch, patio, 2 car garage, sprinkler system. A Treasure!

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

8,429 sq ftLot Size

$874Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Rudd • RE/MAX Leading Edge

Bought with Robin Kelly • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge

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•Source:MLS PIN #71892218

Redfin Estimate

$2,130,110

$830K since sold in October 2015$30K since July

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This home's estimate is 34% higher than the average sale price ($1.59M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,855,000
A
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SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,960,600
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,864 sq ft
98 Farnham St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,775,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,512 sq ft
69 Princeton Rd, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,120,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,863 sq ft
188 Brighton St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$1,365,000
E
4 beds2 baths2,287 sq ft
197 Hillside Ave, Arlington, MA 02476
SOLD SEP 22, 2025
$1,460,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,577 sq ft
66 Scott Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

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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

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Sale history for 17 Garfield Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,996 (+25.0%)

$987,000 + $1,032,000

$2,019,000

2024

$18,396 (−0.8%)

$995,000 + $747,000

$1,742,000

2023

$18,546 (+5.5%)

$939,000 + $711,000

$1,650,000

2022

$17,571 (+3.4%)

$859,000 + $661,000

$1,520,000

2021

$16,987 (+9.4%)

$850,000 + $622,000

$1,472,000

2020

$15,521 (+5.4%)

$794,000 + $617,000

$1,411,000

2019

$14,728 (+1.6%)

$695,000 + $567,000

$1,262,000

2018

$14,495 (+0.5%)

$632,000 + $561,000

$1,193,000

2017

$14,416 (+10.5%)

$580,000 + $556,000

$1,136,000

2016

$13,050 (+8.8%)

$580,000 + $459,000

$1,039,000

2015

$11,997 (+3.9%)

$482,000 + $448,000

$930,000

2014

$11,543 (+1.3%)

$414,000 + $441,000

$855,000

2013

$11,397 (+6.4%)

$414,000 + $441,000

$855,000

2012

$10,707 (+2.6%)

$331,000 + $471,000

$802,000

2011

$10,433 (+5.0%)

$331,000 + $457,000

$788,000

2010

$9,935 (+3.0%)

$331,000 + $486,000

$817,000

2009

$9,643

$337,000 + $474,000

$811,000

Tax history for 17 Garfield Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,996 (+25.0%)

$987,000 + $1,032,000

$2,019,000

2024

$18,396 (−0.8%)

$995,000 + $747,000

$1,742,000

2023

$18,546 (+5.5%)

$939,000 + $711,000

$1,650,000

2022

$17,571 (+3.4%)

$859,000 + $661,000

$1,520,000

2021

$16,987 (+9.4%)

$850,000 + $622,000

$1,472,000

2020

$15,521 (+5.4%)

$794,000 + $617,000

$1,411,000

2019

$14,728 (+1.6%)

$695,000 + $567,000

$1,262,000

2018

$14,495 (+0.5%)

$632,000 + $561,000

$1,193,000

2017

$14,416 (+10.5%)

$580,000 + $556,000

$1,136,000

2016

$13,050 (+8.8%)

$580,000 + $459,000

$1,039,000

2015

$11,997 (+3.9%)

$482,000 + $448,000

$930,000

2014

$11,543 (+1.3%)

$414,000 + $441,000

$855,000

2013

$11,397 (+6.4%)

$414,000 + $441,000

$855,000

2012

$10,707 (+2.6%)

$331,000 + $471,000

$802,000

2011

$10,433 (+5.0%)

$331,000 + $457,000

$788,000

2010

$9,935 (+3.0%)

$331,000 + $486,000

$817,000

2009

$9,643

$337,000 + $474,000

$811,000

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1937

Sq. Ft.

2,068

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2987149S

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: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 13
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 10
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 88
Length: 8
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 12
Width: 24
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 276
Length: 12
Width: 23
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting

Office Room Information
Area: 88
Length: 8
Width: 11
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Wainscoting, Recessed Lighting, Den, Foyer, Home Office, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,438
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,997
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Prospect St. to Kenmore Rd. to Garfield Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 17 Garfield Rd, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s)

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,068
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1937
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2987149S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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

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, 14 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 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

$2.02M – $2.45M

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