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Off Market Aug 2025 for $1.1M

$1,414,988

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,048/mo

•

1,400

sq ft

20 Scott Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Beautifully sited on picturesque Scott Road, this Belmont Hill Colonial on a 9,960 sqft lot is waiting to be restored to its former charm and elegance. This first floor includes: a gracious foyer leading to a living room with fireplace, gumwood molding and French door that opens to a large enclosed sunporch. A spacious dining room, older kitchen with breakfast nook and pantry complete this floor. The second floor has three bedrooms, full bath and stairs to an attic with great protentional for additional living space.. Additional features include: high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors and one car garage under. Enjoy the large back yard and prized Belmont Hill location close to the Center, public transportation and easy access to major routes.

Single-familyProperty Type

1929Year Built

9,960 sq ftLot Size

$1,011Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Patrick Murphy • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Bought with Patrick Murphy • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

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•Source:MLS PIN #73380307

Redfin Estimate

$1,414,988

$225K since sold in August 2025$0 since July

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This home's estimate is 3.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.37M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,452,000
A
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,205,000
B
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,449,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,920 sq ft
22 Ivy Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,300,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,734 sq ft
215 Cross St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,225,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,760 sq ft
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SOLD MAR 31, 2026
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F
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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

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Sale history for 20 Scott Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,814 (+1.5%)

$788,000 + $337,000

$1,125,000

2024

$12,619 (−1.8%)

$928,000 + $267,000

$1,195,000

2023

$12,847 (+1.3%)

$901,000 + $242,000

$1,143,000

2022

$12,681 (−20.5%)

$872,000 + $225,000

$1,097,000

2021

$15,948 (+30.0%)

$1,026,000 + $356,000

$1,382,000

2020

$12,265 (+10.2%)

$784,000 + $331,000

$1,115,000

2019

$11,133 (+6.8%)

$664,000 + $290,000

$954,000

2018

$10,425 (+5.6%)

$577,000 + $281,000

$858,000

2017

$9,873 (+1.3%)

$504,000 + $274,000

$778,000

2016

$9,747 (+5.7%)

$504,000 + $272,000

$776,000

2015

$9,224 (+5.8%)

$449,000 + $266,000

$715,000

2014

$8,721 (+1.3%)

$386,000 + $260,000

$646,000

2013

$8,611 (+5.6%)

$386,000 + $260,000

$646,000

2012

$8,157 (+2.5%)

$332,000 + $279,000

$611,000

2011

$7,957 (+5.7%)

$332,000 + $269,000

$601,000

2010

$7,527 (+12.4%)

$332,000 + $287,000

$619,000

2009

$6,694

$337,000 + $226,000

$563,000

Tax history for 20 Scott Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,814 (+1.5%)

$788,000 + $337,000

$1,125,000

2024

$12,619 (−1.8%)

$928,000 + $267,000

$1,195,000

2023

$12,847 (+1.3%)

$901,000 + $242,000

$1,143,000

2022

$12,681 (−20.5%)

$872,000 + $225,000

$1,097,000

2021

$15,948 (+30.0%)

$1,026,000 + $356,000

$1,382,000

2020

$12,265 (+10.2%)

$784,000 + $331,000

$1,115,000

2019

$11,133 (+6.8%)

$664,000 + $290,000

$954,000

2018

$10,425 (+5.6%)

$577,000 + $281,000

$858,000

2017

$9,873 (+1.3%)

$504,000 + $274,000

$778,000

2016

$9,747 (+5.7%)

$504,000 + $272,000

$776,000

2015

$9,224 (+5.8%)

$449,000 + $266,000

$715,000

2014

$8,721 (+1.3%)

$386,000 + $260,000

$646,000

2013

$8,611 (+5.6%)

$386,000 + $260,000

$646,000

2012

$8,157 (+2.5%)

$332,000 + $279,000

$611,000

2011

$7,957 (+5.7%)

$332,000 + $269,000

$601,000

2010

$7,527 (+12.4%)

$332,000 + $287,000

$619,000

2009

$6,694

$337,000 + $226,000

$563,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1929

Sq. Ft.

1,400

Year built

1929

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1548S

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 176
Length: 16
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 90
Length: 10
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Living Room Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 104
Length: 13
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Laminate

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood
Interior Features: Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,400
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

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

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,814
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Steam, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Pleasant Street to Scott Road
UnparsedAddress: 20 Scott Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,400
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1929
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1548S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

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 98° 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

$1.35M – $1.63M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
31 Scott Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1594 Sq. Ft.	$1,304,948
3 Scott Road, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$1,361,275

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