OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2024 for $1.6M

$1,890,071

•

2,316

sq ft

20 Royal Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

This exquisite 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial-style residence seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern luxury.The inviting living room, with its cozy fireplace and coffered ceiling, sets the stage for comfort. Entertain in the formal dining room, adorned with recessed lighting and wainscoting, or relax in the family room featuring custom-built-in cabinets. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary delight with granite countertops, ample cabinets, a pantry, dining area, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and gas stove. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes an oversized closet and en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms offer ample space for family and guests, each designed with comfort and style in mind. The backyard is a private oasis, with a bluestone patio surrounded by lush greenery, rock walls, and landscaped gardens. Walk to the Commuter Rail Station, 73 bus to Harvard Square, Belmont Center, shops and restaurants, elementary, middle, and high schools, Public Pool, library, skating rink & more!

Single-familyProperty Type

1935Year Built

9,042 sq ftLot Size

$816Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Suzanna Krmzian • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Bought with Alana Colombo • eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office

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•Source:MLS PIN #73248442

Redfin Estimate

$1,890,071

$251K since sold in October 2024$19K since July

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This home's estimate is 10.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.71M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,960,600
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,864 sq ft
98 Farnham St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$1,750,000
B
2 beds2.5 baths2,415 sq ft
27 Wellington Ln, 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
$1,400,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,328 sq ft
61 Washington, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,120,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,863 sq ft
188 Brighton St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,975,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,708 sq ft
38 Payson Terace, 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

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

New listings for sale

$879,000
2 beds1 bath1,130 sq ft
114 Payson Rd #2, Belmont, MA 02478
3D WALKTHROUGH
$879,000
2 beds1 bath1,530 sq ft
112 Payson #1, Belmont, MA 02478
$1,388,800
4 beds2 baths2,834 sq ft
24-26 Baker St, Belmont, MA 02478
HOT HOME
$929,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,845 sq ft
81 Grant Ave #81, Belmont, MA 02478
$2,499,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,859 sq ft
45 Wellesley Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
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Sale history for 20 Royal Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73248442

Oct 9, 2024

Sold

$1,639,000

$708/sq ft

Aug 30, 2024

Contingent

—

Jul 22, 2024

Price Changed

$1,695,000

$732/sq ft

Jun 26, 2024

Price Changed

$1,774,900

$766/sq ft

Jun 6, 2024

Listed

$1,825,000

$788/sq ft

MLS PIN #71083682

Jul 1, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Jul 1, 2010

Sold

$840,000

$363/sq ft

May 24, 2010

Contingent

—

May 20, 2010

Listed

$815,000

$352/sq ft

Exquisite 8 rm Col brimming with timeless architecture and quality renovations throughout. The formal living rm boasts beamed fruitwood ceiling, gorgeous stone/brick hearth, spacious dining rm with wainscoting, family rm with custom built ins & enchanting updated kitchen overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds & patio.Featuring four bedms,2.5 baths includes master,walk up attic, finished lower level with fp,central air,sprinkler system,& 2 car garage. Walk to Belmont Center & public trans.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$17,825 (+4.8%)

$904,000 + $661,000

$1,565,000

2024

$17,002 (+13.5%)

$1,127,000 + $483,000

$1,610,000

2023

$14,983 (+5.6%)

$860,000 + $473,000

$1,333,000

2022

$14,184

$787,000 + $440,000

$1,227,000

2021

$14,171 (+0.3%)

$861,000 + $367,000

$1,228,000

2020

$14,135 (+8.7%)

$918,000 + $367,000

$1,285,000

2019

$13,000 (+10.4%)

$756,000 + $358,000

$1,114,000

2018

$11,773 (+1.1%)

$611,000 + $358,000

$969,000

2017

$11,649 (+1.4%)

$560,000 + $358,000

$918,000

2016

$11,492 (+6.8%)

$560,000 + $355,000

$915,000

2015

$10,759 (+2.6%)

$479,000 + $355,000

$834,000

2014

$10,490 (+1.3%)

$422,000 + $355,000

$777,000

2013

$10,357 (+4.4%)

$422,000 + $355,000

$777,000

2012

$9,919 (+5.2%)

$353,000 + $390,000

$743,000

2011

$9,427 (+5.0%)

$353,000 + $359,000

$712,000

2010

$8,974 (+2.4%)

$353,000 + $385,000

$738,000

2009

$8,763

$360,000 + $377,000

$737,000

Tax history for 20 Royal Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$17,825 (+4.8%)

$904,000 + $661,000

$1,565,000

2024

$17,002 (+13.5%)

$1,127,000 + $483,000

$1,610,000

2023

$14,983 (+5.6%)

$860,000 + $473,000

$1,333,000

2022

$14,184

$787,000 + $440,000

$1,227,000

2021

$14,171 (+0.3%)

$861,000 + $367,000

$1,228,000

2020

$14,135 (+8.7%)

$918,000 + $367,000

$1,285,000

2019

$13,000 (+10.4%)

$756,000 + $358,000

$1,114,000

2018

$11,773 (+1.1%)

$611,000 + $358,000

$969,000

2017

$11,649 (+1.4%)

$560,000 + $358,000

$918,000

2016

$11,492 (+6.8%)

$560,000 + $355,000

$915,000

2015

$10,759 (+2.6%)

$479,000 + $355,000

$834,000

2014

$10,490 (+1.3%)

$422,000 + $355,000

$777,000

2013

$10,357 (+4.4%)

$422,000 + $355,000

$777,000

2012

$9,919 (+5.2%)

$353,000 + $390,000

$743,000

2011

$9,427 (+5.0%)

$353,000 + $359,000

$712,000

2010

$8,974 (+2.4%)

$353,000 + $385,000

$738,000

2009

$8,763

$360,000 + $377,000

$737,000

*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

9,148 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1935

Sq. Ft.

2,316

Year built

1935

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3254878S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 99
Length: 9
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 36
Length: 6
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 54
Length: 9
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 42
Length: 7
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 323
Length: 19
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 90
Length: 9
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 13X26
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,316
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Screens, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Features: Sloped

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,002
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air, Dual

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Pleasant St, to Leonard St, to Royal Rd
UnparsedAddress: 20 Royal Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,316
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1935
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3254878S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: Flat Screen Tv, Basement Refrigerator
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Roger Wellington Elementary School

Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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, 15 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

$1.80M – $2.17M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Royal Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2571 Sq. Ft.	$1,888,808
38 Royal Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2280 Sq. Ft.	$1,804,424

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Royal Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2196 Sq. Ft.	$1,612,915
44 Royal Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1983 Sq. Ft.	$1,596,779

Address	Redfin Estimate
32 Royal Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1930 Sq. Ft.	$1,507,272
710 Pleasant St, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3434 Sq. Ft.	$1,813,244

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