Bring your imagination. This diamond in the rough has had all the main bells and whistles updated such as a new kitchen with stainless steal appliances, granite counter tops, new electrical throughout house, new gas heater & hot water tank, new roof, new rear deck, new sliding glass door, etc. The list goes on. The first level consists of an eat in kitchen and a living room with an enclosed front porch (Potential expansion opportunity). The 2nd level has 3 bedrooms, a bathroom and a laundry space with attic access. The attic has been updated with new electrical box ready for another bedroom, family room or even a game room, depending on your needs. Lastly the basement has a 1/2 bath with more potential for expansion. Great opportunity to own in Belmont without the huge price tag or a huge renovation budget. Come see this amazing diamond in the rough.
Single-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
4,117 sq ftLot Size
$545Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jasmine McCarthy• Coldwell Banker Realty - Canton
A 1914 Colonial on the Cambridge-line has great potential (awaits your updates and finishing touches). 1st floor: kitchen, dining room, living room and sitting room. 2nd floor: three good sized bedrooms, full bath and walk up access to a large attic. Large unfinished basement with a half bath. Paved driveway (3 car parking) and large private side yard. Ideal for commuters, close to route 2, Harvard Square busline and bike path to the Alewife MBTA station. Burbank School district. High ceilings, much character - with some updating this will be a fantastic home for many years to come. Perfect for investors, contractors or owner-occupants.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,331 (+18.4%)
$562,000 + $345,000
$907,000
2024
$8,723 (−3.6%)
$560,000 + $266,000
$826,000
2023
$9,048 (+11.5%)
$562,000 + $243,000
$805,000
2022
$8,115 (−16.5%)
$484,000 + $218,000
$702,000
2021
$9,717 (+34.5%)
$589,000 + $253,000
$842,000
2020
$7,227 (+9.6%)
$471,000 + $186,000
$657,000
2019
$6,594 (+5.6%)
$350,000 + $215,000
$565,000
2018
$6,245 (+11.8%)
$299,000 + $215,000
$514,000
2017
$5,584 (−4.6%)
$275,000 + $165,000
$440,000
2016
$5,853 (+8.5%)
$268,000 + $198,000
$466,000
2015
$5,392 (+9.7%)
$239,000 + $179,000
$418,000
2014
$4,914 (+1.3%)
$215,000 + $149,000
$364,000
2013
$4,852 (+3.3%)
$215,000 + $149,000
$364,000
2012
$4,699 (+6.0%)
$186,000 + $166,000
$352,000
2011
$4,435 (+4.8%)
$176,000 + $159,000
$335,000
2010
$4,232 (−1.4%)
$176,000 + $172,000
$348,000
2009
$4,292
$193,000 + $168,000
$361,000
Tax history for 246 Blanchard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,331 (+18.4%)
$562,000 + $345,000
$907,000
2024
$8,723 (−3.6%)
$560,000 + $266,000
$826,000
2023
$9,048 (+11.5%)
$562,000 + $243,000
$805,000
2022
$8,115 (−16.5%)
$484,000 + $218,000
$702,000
2021
$9,717 (+34.5%)
$589,000 + $253,000
$842,000
2020
$7,227 (+9.6%)
$471,000 + $186,000
$657,000
2019
$6,594 (+5.6%)
$350,000 + $215,000
$565,000
2018
$6,245 (+11.8%)
$299,000 + $215,000
$514,000
2017
$5,584 (−4.6%)
$275,000 + $165,000
$440,000
2016
$5,853 (+8.5%)
$268,000 + $198,000
$466,000
2015
$5,392 (+9.7%)
$239,000 + $179,000
$418,000
2014
$4,914 (+1.3%)
$215,000 + $149,000
$364,000
2013
$4,852 (+3.3%)
$215,000 + $149,000
$364,000
2012
$4,699 (+6.0%)
$186,000 + $166,000
$352,000
2011
$4,435 (+4.8%)
$176,000 + $159,000
$335,000
2010
$4,232 (−1.4%)
$176,000 + $172,000
$348,000
2009
$4,292
$193,000 + $168,000
$361,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,498
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,717
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: please use google maps
UnparsedAddress: 246 Blanchard Rd, Belmont MA 02478
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,000
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 4,117 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: 2026
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1584762S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Mar 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mary Lee Burbank School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Belmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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