OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2025 for $1.4M

$1,736,436

•

3,915

sq ft

185 Oakley Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Welcome to 185 Oakley Rd, a stunning oversized two-family home brimming with character and investment potential. Perfectly positioned on a coveted corner lot in Payson Park across from the middle school, this expansive property seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern convenience. Inside, both units boast soaring ceilings, French doors, elegant moldings, and abundant natural light that fills the bright, sun-drenched rooms. Unit 1 features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and an updated kitchen, while Unit 2 spans two levels with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and breathtaking Boston views from the third floor. Both units offer expansive living and dining areas, a sunroom perfect for a home office, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Recent upgrades include brand-new water heaters for both units, a new boiler, fresh paint, and refinished floors in Unit 2. A two-car attached garage plus two driveway spaces provide ample parking. With 15 spacious rooms and flexible living spaces, this home is ideal.

Multi-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

6,684 sq ftLot Size

$444Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Gayle Winters & Co. Team • Compass

Bought with Gayle Winters & Co. Team • Compass

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73385779

Redfin Estimate

$1,736,436

$284K since sold in August 2025$15K since August

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This home's estimate is 5% lower than the average sale price ($1.83M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,375,000
A
6 beds3 baths3,738 sq ft
42-44 Choate, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,984,000
B
6 beds3.5 baths3,869 sq ft
42 Fairmont St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$2,050,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,731 sq ft
70 Goden St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,500,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,380 sq ft
35 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$1,360,000
E
6 beds3 baths2,922 sq ft
519 Belmont St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,700,000
F
5 beds3 baths3,098 sq ft
16-18 Walnut St, Belmont, MA 02478

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$510,378

Est. take-home

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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

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

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2 beds1 bath1,130 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$879,000
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112 Payson #1, Belmont, MA 02478
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Sale history for 185 Oakley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$17,153 (+13.4%)

$714,000 + $792,000

$1,506,000

2024

$15,132 (+5.7%)

$801,000 + $632,000

$1,433,000

2023

$14,320 (+0.2%)

$755,000 + $519,000

$1,274,000

2022

$14,288 (+1.2%)

$729,000 + $507,000

$1,236,000

2021

$14,113 (+2.7%)

$722,000 + $501,000

$1,223,000

2020

$13,739 (+8.0%)

$745,000 + $504,000

$1,249,000

2019

$12,720 (+1.7%)

$623,000 + $467,000

$1,090,000

2018

$12,502 (+0.8%)

$567,000 + $462,000

$1,029,000

2017

$12,398 (+1.3%)

$520,000 + $457,000

$977,000

2016

$12,233 (+12.0%)

$520,000 + $454,000

$974,000

2015

$10,926 (+5.5%)

$405,000 + $442,000

$847,000

2014

$10,355 (+1.3%)

$332,000 + $435,000

$767,000

2013

$10,224 (+7.7%)

$332,000 + $435,000

$767,000

2012

$9,492 (+3.5%)

$277,000 + $434,000

$711,000

2011

$9,175 (+3.6%)

$277,000 + $416,000

$693,000

2010

$8,852 (+2.3%)

$277,000 + $451,000

$728,000

2009

$8,656

$288,000 + $440,000

$728,000

Tax history for 185 Oakley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$17,153 (+13.4%)

$714,000 + $792,000

$1,506,000

2024

$15,132 (+5.7%)

$801,000 + $632,000

$1,433,000

2023

$14,320 (+0.2%)

$755,000 + $519,000

$1,274,000

2022

$14,288 (+1.2%)

$729,000 + $507,000

$1,236,000

2021

$14,113 (+2.7%)

$722,000 + $501,000

$1,223,000

2020

$13,739 (+8.0%)

$745,000 + $504,000

$1,249,000

2019

$12,720 (+1.7%)

$623,000 + $467,000

$1,090,000

2018

$12,502 (+0.8%)

$567,000 + $462,000

$1,029,000

2017

$12,398 (+1.3%)

$520,000 + $457,000

$977,000

2016

$12,233 (+12.0%)

$520,000 + $454,000

$974,000

2015

$10,926 (+5.5%)

$405,000 + $442,000

$847,000

2014

$10,355 (+1.3%)

$332,000 + $435,000

$767,000

2013

$10,224 (+7.7%)

$332,000 + $435,000

$767,000

2012

$9,492 (+3.5%)

$277,000 + $434,000

$711,000

2011

$9,175 (+3.6%)

$277,000 + $416,000

$693,000

2010

$8,852 (+2.3%)

$277,000 + $451,000

$728,000

2009

$8,656

$288,000 + $440,000

$728,000

*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

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1930

Sq. Ft.

3,915

Year built

1930

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Middlesex County

APN

652544S

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: Off Street, Paved

Interior

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

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Garage Access, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer & Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Interior Features: Pantry, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Heated Attic, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sunroom

Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N

Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,915
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,153
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Oil
Heating Units: 2

Location

Location Information
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UnparsedAddress: 185 Oakley Rd, Belmont MA 02478

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

Public facts

Beds: 7
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,915
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Middlesex County
APN: 652544S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi

7/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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

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 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

$1.65M – $2.00M

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Home values near 185 Oakley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
201 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2650 Sq. Ft.	$1,691,988
163 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2136 Sq. Ft.	$1,421,681

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179 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2556 Sq. Ft.	$1,629,904
165 Oakley Road Unit 165, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1970 Sq. Ft.	$1,197,118

Address	Redfin Estimate
165 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2124 Sq. Ft.	$1,262,226
163 Oakley Road Unit 163, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2675 Sq. Ft.	$1,248,348

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