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Off Market May 2015 for $1.3M

$2,311,579

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,702/mo

•

2,506

sq ft

21 Garfield Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

This classic, hip-roof Colonial, with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, is ideally located at the end of a cul-de-sac on Belmont Hill. A gracious, light-filled foyer leads to a front-to-back living room with wood-burning fireplace. The large, screened porch, off the living room, offers additional seasonal living space. The dining room, separated from the foyer by French doors, has a built-in china cabinet. The renovated, eat-in kitchen has soapstone countertops, Fisher & Paykel appliances, & a breakfast nook. Completing the first floor are a half bathroom and an office which overlooks the professionally landscaped yard and gardens. The large 2nd floor master bedroom has a 2014 bathroom and walk-in closet. There are 2 additional bedrooms and another full bathroom on this floor. The 3rd floor has a recently finished bedroom (2014) with skylights. A 2-car garage, with attached gardener’s shed, complete this special property. Located near Belmont Center, major routes, & public transportation.

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

9,773 sq ftLot Size

$922Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Martha Brown • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Kevin Eagar • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71800610

Redfin Estimate

$2,311,579

$992K since sold in May 2015$27K since July

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This home's estimate is 24.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.86M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,855,000
A
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SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,960,600
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,864 sq ft
98 Farnham St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,775,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,512 sq ft
69 Princeton Rd, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$2,019,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,120 sq ft
9 Bonad Rd, 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 JUL 27, 2026
$1,365,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,287 sq ft
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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

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14 MoM

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OPEN SUN, 1:30PM TO 2:45PM
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Sale history for 21 Garfield Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71800610

May 4, 2015

Sold

$1,320,000

$527/sq ft

Mar 18, 2015

Pending

—

Mar 12, 2015

Listed

$1,195,000

$477/sq ft

MLS PIN #71603240

Mar 6, 2014

Sold

$1,175,000

$469/sq ft

Nov 21, 2013

Contingent

—

Nov 8, 2013

Relisted

—

Nov 6, 2013

Contingent

—

Oct 31, 2013

Listed

$1,160,000

$463/sq ft

Tranquil best describes the setting of this classic 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom hip-roof Colonial at the end of a cul-de-sac on Belmont Hill. The main level offers a welcoming foyer, a gracious living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room with french doors and built in china cabinet, plus a study with views of the rear yard and gardens. The renovated custom kitchen has soapstone countertops, stainless Fisher-Paykel appliances and a sky-lit breakfast bar. The large screened porch off of the living room provides an outdoor room perfect for entertaining. The sunny second floor includes a master bedroom with bathroom and a walk-in closet with built-ins. Walk-up access to the attic is through the 4th bedroom. The partially finished basement includes a large family room with a stone fireplace. The professionally landscaped grounds are enhanced with stone walls, mature plantings, and a shed/potting area. A two-car garage completes this special property.

MLS PIN #70399105

Aug 3, 2006

Sold

$995,000

$397/sq ft

Jul 13, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 2, 2006

Listed

$995,000

$397/sq ft

Classic C.E. Colonial in prime Belmont Hill location end of cul de sac. Beautiful serene private gardens. Gracious sunny rooms; fireplace in LR with many windows and details; built-in china cabinet in DR; good circulation for entertaining;. great study overlooking garden; well maintained recently painted with soft colors; updated amenities. Ceramic tiled bath. Great family room with stone fireplace. Huge screened porch. Easy access to transportation and shops. Walk to Town Center.

Public Records

Apr 13, 1992

Sold

$350,000

$140/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$25,240 (+21.3%)

$1,025,000 + $1,191,000

$2,216,000

2024

$20,803 (−1.3%)

$1,033,000 + $937,000

$1,970,000

2023

$21,086 (+8.3%)

$974,000 + $902,000

$1,876,000

2022

$19,467 (+4.1%)

$891,000 + $793,000

$1,684,000

2021

$18,706 (+9.2%)

$882,000 + $739,000

$1,621,000

2020

$17,127 (+4.1%)

$823,000 + $734,000

$1,557,000

2019

$16,455 (+1.1%)

$721,000 + $689,000

$1,410,000

2018

$16,269 (+6.6%)

$656,000 + $683,000

$1,339,000

2017

$15,266 (+13.5%)

$602,000 + $601,000

$1,203,000

2016

$13,452 (+12.2%)

$602,000 + $469,000

$1,071,000

2015

$11,984 (+3.3%)

$500,000 + $429,000

$929,000

2014

$11,597 (+1.3%)

$430,000 + $429,000

$859,000

2013

$11,450 (+5.4%)

$430,000 + $429,000

$859,000

2012

$10,867 (+2.8%)

$344,000 + $470,000

$814,000

2011

$10,566 (+5.1%)

$344,000 + $454,000

$798,000

2010

$10,056 (−1.8%)

$344,000 + $483,000

$827,000

2009

$10,237

$350,000 + $511,000

$861,000

Tax history for 21 Garfield Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$25,240 (+21.3%)

$1,025,000 + $1,191,000

$2,216,000

2024

$20,803 (−1.3%)

$1,033,000 + $937,000

$1,970,000

2023

$21,086 (+8.3%)

$974,000 + $902,000

$1,876,000

2022

$19,467 (+4.1%)

$891,000 + $793,000

$1,684,000

2021

$18,706 (+9.2%)

$882,000 + $739,000

$1,621,000

2020

$17,127 (+4.1%)

$823,000 + $734,000

$1,557,000

2019

$16,455 (+1.1%)

$721,000 + $689,000

$1,410,000

2018

$16,269 (+6.6%)

$656,000 + $683,000

$1,339,000

2017

$15,266 (+13.5%)

$602,000 + $601,000

$1,203,000

2016

$13,452 (+12.2%)

$602,000 + $469,000

$1,071,000

2015

$11,984 (+3.3%)

$500,000 + $429,000

$929,000

2014

$11,597 (+1.3%)

$430,000 + $429,000

$859,000

2013

$11,450 (+5.4%)

$430,000 + $429,000

$859,000

2012

$10,867 (+2.8%)

$344,000 + $470,000

$814,000

2011

$10,566 (+5.1%)

$344,000 + $454,000

$798,000

2010

$10,056 (−1.8%)

$344,000 + $483,000

$827,000

2009

$10,237

$350,000 + $511,000

$861,000

*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

9,583 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1937

Sq. Ft.

2,625

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1601336S

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: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 13
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

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

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 264
Length: 12
Width: 22
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 312
Length: 13
Width: 24
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Family Room Information
Area: 299
Length: 13
Width: 23
Level: Basement
Features: Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,French Doors,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 160
Length: 16
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Second Dishwasher

Office Room Information
Area: 50
Length: 10
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Closet, Entrance Foyer, Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,506
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Beige

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,984
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Other

Location

Location Information
Directions: Prospect Street to Kenmore Road to Garfield Road.
UnparsedAddress: 21 Garfield Rd, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,625
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1937
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1601336S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

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

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, 14 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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$2.20M – $2.66M

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Data from public records.

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17 Garfield Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2438 Sq. Ft.	$2,130,110

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