Belmont Colonial with charm throughout located in the beautiful Benton Estates! This 4 bedroom home is sited on a flat, private lot. From the moment you walk in you feel the warmth and charm throughout this home. The cozy living room with fireplace, hardwood floors and dark wood mouldings is where you will want to curl up with a good book. First floor office with walls of windows overlooking the beautiful yard with mature plantings. Nice sized dining room with wainscotting. Bright, sunny kitchen with white cabinetry and half bath. Kitchen opens to the patio - great for summer outdoor dining and relaxing. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms and a private upper level deck off the primary bedroom. Much to love about this neighborhood and location which is close to T, bus, Cambridge and Boston. Enjoy all Belmont has to offer including the new Library, skating rink, Top ranked High School and Middle School!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
5,484 sq ftLot Size
$886Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christine Pomer• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Est. $4,238 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 20 Preble Gardens Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73546812
Sep 2, 2026
Sold
$1,475,000
$886/sq ft
Jul 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 8, 2026
Listed
$1,499,000
$901/sq ft
MLS PIN #70533520
May 29, 2007
Sold
$710,000
$427/sq ft
Apr 26, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Mar 2, 2007
Listed
$735,000
$442/sq ft
Picture-book pretty & ready to move in. Appealing C.E. Colonial w/blend of rich classic detail & tasteful contemporary improvements. Fireplaced living room w/French doors to glorious sunroom w/8 windows & fiber optic internet connection. 2004 kitchen & 2002 baths. Walk-up attic. Beautiful yard w/perennial plantings & historic specimen tree. Delightfully short & little traveled street w/a sense of being tucked away. Garage parking plus off-street. 2.5 miles from Harvard Square.
MLS PIN #30575113
Jun 26, 2002
Sold
$630,000
$379/sq ft
Feb 4, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Jan 25, 2002
Listed
$625,000
$376/sq ft
IMPECCABLE HOME WITH LUSTROUS NAT WOODWORK, BEAUTIFUL DETAIL FIRST SHOWINGS 1/26. DESIRABLE BENTON ESTATES LOCATION. IDEAL CLOSING 6/30; HOWEVER, SELLERS CAN BE FLEXIBLE. GLORIOUS GARDEN WITH SPECIAL TREE.
Public Records
Jul 10, 1992
Sold
$266,000
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 14, 1989
Sold
$270,000
$162/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,875 (+4.9%)
$754,000 + $552,000
$1,306,000
2024
$14,182 (+0.7%)
$893,000 + $450,000
$1,343,000
2023
$14,084 (+5.6%)
$843,000 + $410,000
$1,253,000
2022
$13,340 (−15.1%)
$771,000 + $383,000
$1,154,000
2021
$15,706 (+18.3%)
$965,000 + $396,000
$1,361,000
2020
$13,277 (+18.6%)
$825,000 + $382,000
$1,207,000
2019
$11,192 (+13.2%)
$624,000 + $335,000
$959,000
2018
$9,890 (+4.6%)
$568,000 + $246,000
$814,000
2017
$9,454 (+1.3%)
$499,000 + $246,000
$745,000
2016
$9,332 (+7.6%)
$499,000 + $244,000
$743,000
2015
$8,669 (+3.9%)
$429,000 + $243,000
$672,000
2014
$8,343 (+1.3%)
$375,000 + $243,000
$618,000
2013
$8,238 (+8.6%)
$375,000 + $243,000
$618,000
2012
$7,583 (+3.0%)
$299,000 + $269,000
$568,000
2011
$7,361 (+5.1%)
$299,000 + $257,000
$556,000
2010
$7,004 (+2.3%)
$299,000 + $277,000
$576,000
2009
$6,849
$305,000 + $271,000
$576,000
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1930
Sq. Ft.
1,664
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1980047S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 16
Length: 4
Width: 4
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 36
Length: 6
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Area: 253
Length: 11
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Area: 162
Length: 18
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Office Room Information
Area: 105
Length: 7
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Home Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,664
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Beige
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1664
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Features: Easements
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,676
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Wellington
Middle Or Junior School: Belmont Middle
High School: Belmont High School
Location Information
Directions: Oakley Rd to Preble Gardens Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 20 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont MA 02478
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,664
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1980047S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Belmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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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Historical weather
Belmont, MA • 02478
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.41M – $1.71M
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