Off Market Apr 2023 for $1.2M

$1,444,742

•

1,712

sq ft

29 Ernest Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Nestled on Belmont Hill, this storybook seven room Cape is appointed with beautiful period architectural details throughout. The bright vestibule welcomes you to this inviting home, highlights include the living room with fireplace and built ins, formal dining room with chair rail, a cozy family room; a charming up-dated eat-in-kitchen with seasonal views and a wall of glass with French door leading to bucolic grounds, a half bath completes the first floor. The second floor is complimented by views of the Boston skyline, boasting three bed-rooms including a large primary bedroom enhanced by natures palette and a family bath. This 7,877 square foot lot, unfinished lower level, one car garage, hardwood floors and convenient location completes this home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

7,877 sq ftLot Size

$844Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Barbara Nolan • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Bought with Peter Bouchie • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

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•Source:MLS PIN #73050472

Redfin Estimate

$1,444,742

$205K since sold in April 2023$3,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 7% higher than the average sale price ($1.35M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,449,000
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SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,575,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,756 sq ft
136 Alexander Ave, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,300,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,734 sq ft
215 Cross St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$1,452,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,536 sq ft
112 Cross St, 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 AUG 3, 2026
$1,205,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,694 sq ft
124 Orchard St, Belmont, MA 02478

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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated August 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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Sale history for 29 Ernest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,395 (+1.6%)

$743,000 + $433,000

$1,176,000

2024

$13,179 (−1.4%)

$875,000 + $373,000

$1,248,000

2023

$13,364 (+1.7%)

$850,000 + $339,000

$1,189,000

2022

$13,144 (−7.2%)

$822,000 + $315,000

$1,137,000

2021

$14,171 (+29.0%)

$968,000 + $260,000

$1,228,000

2020

$10,989 (+7.9%)

$739,000 + $260,000

$999,000

2019

$10,188 (+6.0%)

$626,000 + $247,000

$873,000

2018

$9,611 (+4.9%)

$544,000 + $247,000

$791,000

2017

$9,162 (−2.1%)

$475,000 + $247,000

$722,000

2016

$9,357 (+3.8%)

$475,000 + $270,000

$745,000

2015

$9,017 (+4.4%)

$423,000 + $276,000

$699,000

2014

$8,640 (+1.3%)

$364,000 + $276,000

$640,000

2013

$8,531 (+3.2%)

$364,000 + $276,000

$640,000

2012

$8,264 (+5.3%)

$313,000 + $306,000

$619,000

2011

$7,851 (+5.2%)

$313,000 + $280,000

$593,000

2010

$7,466 (+2.4%)

$313,000 + $301,000

$614,000

2009

$7,289

$318,000 + $295,000

$613,000

Tax history for 29 Ernest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,395 (+1.6%)

$743,000 + $433,000

$1,176,000

2024

$13,179 (−1.4%)

$875,000 + $373,000

$1,248,000

2023

$13,364 (+1.7%)

$850,000 + $339,000

$1,189,000

2022

$13,144 (−7.2%)

$822,000 + $315,000

$1,137,000

2021

$14,171 (+29.0%)

$968,000 + $260,000

$1,228,000

2020

$10,989 (+7.9%)

$739,000 + $260,000

$999,000

2019

$10,188 (+6.0%)

$626,000 + $247,000

$873,000

2018

$9,611 (+4.9%)

$544,000 + $247,000

$791,000

2017

$9,162 (−2.1%)

$475,000 + $247,000

$722,000

2016

$9,357 (+3.8%)

$475,000 + $270,000

$745,000

2015

$9,017 (+4.4%)

$423,000 + $276,000

$699,000

2014

$8,640 (+1.3%)

$364,000 + $276,000

$640,000

2013

$8,531 (+3.2%)

$364,000 + $276,000

$640,000

2012

$8,264 (+5.3%)

$313,000 + $306,000

$619,000

2011

$7,851 (+5.2%)

$313,000 + $280,000

$593,000

2010

$7,466 (+2.4%)

$313,000 + $301,000

$614,000

2009

$7,289

$318,000 + $295,000

$613,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1937

Sq. Ft.

1,712

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1684035S

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 312
Length: 13
Width: 24
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 13
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 153
Length: 9
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built

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

Kitchen Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: French Doors,Deck - Exterior,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,712
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Professional Landscaping

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,364
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Prospect St. to Ernest
UnparsedAddress: 29 Ernest Road, Belmont MA 02478

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,712
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1937
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1684035S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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

$1.37M – $1.66M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
23 Ernest Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1689 Sq. Ft.	$1,222,282
20 Ernest Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4787 Sq. Ft.	$2,959,883

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 Ernest Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2660 Sq. Ft.	$2,276,682
5 Richmond Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1936 Sq. Ft.	$1,881,098

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Ernest Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2762 Sq. Ft.	$1,949,622
15 Clairemont Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 9 Baths \| 8735 Sq. Ft.	$4,946,259

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