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Off market jun 2016 for $1.3M

$2,367,877

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,633/mo

•

3,143

sq ft

26 Preble Gardens Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Rarely available spectacular home in the Benton Estates!Sited on a private 10,000 sq ft lot,this stately property is everything you are hoping for-perfectly located,updated and charming!The incredibly spacious & landscaped backyard is enclosed by the historic Bellmont Estate brick wall.There are historic trees & plantings including a ginko tree & magnolia tree.Amazing!Lovely spaces for entertaining & relaxing inside & out.Beautiful fireplaced living room opening to an oversized dining room with windows overlooking the backyard.From the dining room enter a screened-in porch oasis opening to the deck.Sparkling new kitchen with granite countertops & stainless steel appliances with tons of light through the skylight and so much kitchen storage!Upstairs you will find a lovely master bedroom w/ private bath and wonderful roof deck.The 2nd floor offers 2 more bedrooms and updated full bath.Spacious third floor with skylights, 2 more bedrooms,one with en-suite bath. 2 car garage! LL playroom!

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

10,249 sq ftLot Size

$753Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Christine Pomer • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington

Bought with Non Member • Non Member Office

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•Source:MLS PIN #71991901

Redfin Estimate

$2,367,877

$981K since sold in June 2016$25K since October

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This home's estimate is 1.3% higher than the average sale price ($2.34M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,450,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths2,823 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$2,481,500
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,364 sq ft
42 Hillside Ter, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$1,668,000
C
5 beds2.5 baths3,150 sq ft
216 Bellevue Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,500,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,380 sq ft
35 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$1,994,050
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,756 sq ft
128 Watson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAR 26, 2026
$2,925,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths3,386 sq ft
11 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.3%

1.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$82K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

3 days MoM

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3 MoM

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Sale history for 26 Preble Gardens Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$25,434 (+13.6%)

$886,000 + $1,347,000

$2,233,000

2024

$22,387 (+1.7%)

$1,049,000 + $1,071,000

$2,120,000

2023

$22,008 (+10.2%)

$990,000 + $968,000

$1,958,000

2022

$19,964 (−4.8%)

$906,000 + $821,000

$1,727,000

2021

$20,980 (+15.3%)

$1,133,000 + $685,000

$1,818,000

2020

$18,194 (+16.9%)

$969,000 + $685,000

$1,654,000

2019

$15,568 (−5.6%)

$733,000 + $601,000

$1,334,000

2018

$16,500 (+15.1%)

$667,000 + $691,000

$1,358,000

2017

$14,340 (+1.4%)

$586,000 + $544,000

$1,130,000

2016

$14,143 (+5.9%)

$586,000 + $540,000

$1,126,000

2015

$13,352 (+2.4%)

$504,000 + $531,000

$1,035,000

2014

$13,041 (+1.3%)

$441,000 + $525,000

$966,000

2013

$12,877 (+5.6%)

$441,000 + $525,000

$966,000

2012

$12,189 (+13.0%)

$352,000 + $561,000

$913,000

2011

$10,791 (+4.9%)

$352,000 + $463,000

$815,000

2010

$10,287 (+2.6%)

$352,000 + $494,000

$846,000

2009

$10,023

$359,000 + $484,000

$843,000

Tax history for 26 Preble Gardens Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$25,434 (+13.6%)

$886,000 + $1,347,000

$2,233,000

2024

$22,387 (+1.7%)

$1,049,000 + $1,071,000

$2,120,000

2023

$22,008 (+10.2%)

$990,000 + $968,000

$1,958,000

2022

$19,964 (−4.8%)

$906,000 + $821,000

$1,727,000

2021

$20,980 (+15.3%)

$1,133,000 + $685,000

$1,818,000

2020

$18,194 (+16.9%)

$969,000 + $685,000

$1,654,000

2019

$15,568 (−5.6%)

$733,000 + $601,000

$1,334,000

2018

$16,500 (+15.1%)

$667,000 + $691,000

$1,358,000

2017

$14,340 (+1.4%)

$586,000 + $544,000

$1,130,000

2016

$14,143 (+5.9%)

$586,000 + $540,000

$1,126,000

2015

$13,352 (+2.4%)

$504,000 + $531,000

$1,035,000

2014

$13,041 (+1.3%)

$441,000 + $525,000

$966,000

2013

$12,877 (+5.6%)

$441,000 + $525,000

$966,000

2012

$12,189 (+13.0%)

$352,000 + $561,000

$913,000

2011

$10,791 (+4.9%)

$352,000 + $463,000

$815,000

2010

$10,287 (+2.6%)

$352,000 + $494,000

$846,000

2009

$10,023

$359,000 + $484,000

$843,000

*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

10,454 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1930

Sq. Ft.

2,723

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3146555S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 252
Length: 12
Width: 21
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 240
Length: 12
Width: 20
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 10
Length: 5
Width: 2
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 49
Length: 7
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 12
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 220
Length: 20
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Office Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 19X7
Laundry Features: Flooring - Laminate, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom, Office, Den, Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,143
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Green

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Roof
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Roof, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,142
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Belmont St. to Oakley Rd. to Preble Gardens
UnparsedAddress: 26 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,723
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3146555S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer. Curtains
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

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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Lifestyle

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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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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

$2.25M – $2.72M

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Home values near 26 Preble Gardens Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3093 Sq. Ft.	$2,071,366
15 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2234 Sq. Ft.	$1,808,182
20 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1664 Sq. Ft.	$1,513,658
44 Townsend Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2350 Sq. Ft.	$1,802,332
111 Cushing Avenue Unit 109, Belmont, MA 7 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2939 Sq. Ft.	$1,309,834
36 Old Middlesex Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2475 Sq. Ft.	$1,901,588
113-115 Cushing Avenue, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3312 Sq. Ft.	$1,506,830

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2198 Sq. Ft.	$1,443,918
9 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3151 Sq. Ft.	$1,988,042
24 Townsend Road, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2741 Sq. Ft.	$1,511,905
4850 Townsend Road, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3525 Sq. Ft.	$1,582,476
107 Cushing Avenue Unit 105, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2631 Sq. Ft.	$1,450,182
42 Old Middlesex Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2228 Sq. Ft.	$1,519,794
54 Townsend Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1942 Sq. Ft.	$1,490,660

Address	Redfin Estimate
29 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2611 Sq. Ft.	$1,903,839
16 Preble Gardens Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1664 Sq. Ft.	$1,704,047
26 Townsend Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1187 Sq. Ft.	$1,186,658
115 Cushing Avenue Unit 113, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3452 Sq. Ft.	$1,590,120
101103 Cushing Avenue, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2870 Sq. Ft.	$1,422,769
22-24 Townsend Road Unit 1, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$1,085,306
103 Cushing Avenue, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2870 Sq. Ft.	—

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