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Off Market Jan 2015 for $912K

$1,803,462

•

2,797

sq ft

18 Dorset Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

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Wow! JUST RENOVATED!! Picture perfect & spacious, this Belmont Hill center entrance colonial boasts a sparkling NEW kitchen w/ granite counters, large center island with gas cook top, stainless appliances, a beautiful bow window seat, and sliding doors providing direct access to the storybook yard and patio. Entertainment sized living room w fireplace, formal dining room, and huge wood-paneled family room w/ gas fireplace and cathedral ceiling with skylights. Three brand NEW Carrara marble bathrooms, including one en suite in the roomy master bedroom. Three additional generous bedrooms, one w/ fireplace. First floor office, lower level mud room. Direct access to two car garage, some replacement windows, updated 200 amp electrical, 2003 gas boiler, and fresh paint inside and out. Conveniently located steps from bus to Alewife, with easy access to everything. Nothing to do but move in. Don't miss it!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

10,000 sq ftLot Size

$645Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Geri Shea • Avenue 3 Real Estate, LLC

Bought with Stephen McCarthy • RE/MAX Realty Plus

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•Source:MLS PIN #71711121

Redfin Estimate

$1,803,462

$891K since sold in January 2015$24K since August

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This home's estimate is 4% higher than the average sale price ($1.73M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,475,000
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SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,344,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,748 sq ft
87 George St, Arlington, MA 02476
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$1,980,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,750 sq ft
89 Churchill Ave, Arlington, MA 02476
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$1,365,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,287 sq ft
197 Hillside Ave, Arlington, MA 02476
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$2,165,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,696 sq ft
232 Rutledge Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$2,075,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,500 sq ft
233 Rutledge, Belmont, MA 02478

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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.3%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$31K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 18 Dorset Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,352 (+10.7%)

$789,000 + $910,000

$1,699,000

2024

$17,477 (+0.8%)

$929,000 + $726,000

$1,655,000

2023

$17,343 (+2.5%)

$902,000 + $641,000

$1,543,000

2022

$16,924 (−3.1%)

$873,000 + $591,000

$1,464,000

2021

$17,472 (+25.0%)

$1,027,000 + $487,000

$1,514,000

2020

$13,981 (+7.2%)

$784,000 + $487,000

$1,271,000

2019

$13,047 (+10.6%)

$665,000 + $453,000

$1,118,000

2018

$11,798 (+3.5%)

$577,000 + $394,000

$971,000

2017

$11,396 (−2.2%)

$504,000 + $394,000

$898,000

2016

$11,656 (−2.4%)

$504,000 + $424,000

$928,000

2015

$11,945 (+3.5%)

$503,000 + $423,000

$926,000

2014

$11,543 (+1.3%)

$432,000 + $423,000

$855,000

2013

$11,397 (+5.4%)

$432,000 + $423,000

$855,000

2012

$10,814 (+2.9%)

$345,000 + $465,000

$810,000

2011

$10,513 (+4.5%)

$345,000 + $449,000

$794,000

2010

$10,056 (+3.0%)

$345,000 + $482,000

$827,000

2009

$9,762

$358,000 + $463,000

$821,000

Tax history for 18 Dorset Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,352 (+10.7%)

$789,000 + $910,000

$1,699,000

2024

$17,477 (+0.8%)

$929,000 + $726,000

$1,655,000

2023

$17,343 (+2.5%)

$902,000 + $641,000

$1,543,000

2022

$16,924 (−3.1%)

$873,000 + $591,000

$1,464,000

2021

$17,472 (+25.0%)

$1,027,000 + $487,000

$1,514,000

2020

$13,981 (+7.2%)

$784,000 + $487,000

$1,271,000

2019

$13,047 (+10.6%)

$665,000 + $453,000

$1,118,000

2018

$11,798 (+3.5%)

$577,000 + $394,000

$971,000

2017

$11,396 (−2.2%)

$504,000 + $394,000

$898,000

2016

$11,656 (−2.4%)

$504,000 + $424,000

$928,000

2015

$11,945 (+3.5%)

$503,000 + $423,000

$926,000

2014

$11,543 (+1.3%)

$432,000 + $423,000

$855,000

2013

$11,397 (+5.4%)

$432,000 + $423,000

$855,000

2012

$10,814 (+2.9%)

$345,000 + $465,000

$810,000

2011

$10,513 (+4.5%)

$345,000 + $449,000

$794,000

2010

$10,056 (+3.0%)

$345,000 + $482,000

$827,000

2009

$9,762

$358,000 + $463,000

$821,000

*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

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1937

Sq. Ft.

2,509

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3930400S

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

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

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: Basement
Features: Fireplace,Flooring - Laminate

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 13
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 285
Length: 15
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

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

Kitchen Information
Area: 320
Length: 16
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting

Office Room Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,797
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey
Lead Paint: Yes

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,542.50
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Park Ave to Village Hill then 2nd Right on to Dorset Road
UnparsedAddress: 18 Dorset Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Conservation Area, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,509
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1937
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3930400S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Personal Property
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

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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 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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

$1.71M – $2.07M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Dorset Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3305 Sq. Ft.	$2,382,557
19 Dorset Rd, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3699 Sq. Ft.	$2,230,633

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Dorset Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1977 Sq. Ft.	$1,604,274
11 Dorset Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2895 Sq. Ft.	$1,948,130

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25 Ross Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2137 Sq. Ft.	$1,616,033

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