Charming five-bedroom, four-bath brick Colonial set on a sidewalk-lined street in Belmont’s desirable Benton Estates neighborhood. Manicured grounds, mature plantings, and an inlaid granite patio create timeless curb appeal and inviting outdoor space. A center-entrance foyer opens to gracious, light-filled living areas, including a formal living room and a renovated eat-in kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook that flows into a spacious dining area with oversized windows. The second floor offers a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private bath, plus two additional bedrooms and a newly renovated shared bath. The finished third floor includes two more bedrooms and a full bath, providing flexible space for guests, work, or hobbies. The walk-out lower level features a family room, home gym area, full bath with laundry, and generous storage. A detached two-car garage completes the property, all within easy reach of Cushing Square, local shops, and the Payson Park Reservoir.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
6,417 sq ftLot Size
$728Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Toland Team• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Cushing Square, located between Belmont Center and Waverley Square, is a residential and commercial Belmont neighborhood with a walkable village core and a commuter-rail edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Cushing Square junction at Common Street and Trapelo Road, where small storefronts, corner cafés, and everyday services line the sidewalks. Community pillars include the historic Cushing Square branch of the Belmont Public Library, the long-running Savinos Grill, and the Belmont Gallery of Art at the library. Side streets feature early-20th-century Colonials and multifamily homes with porches and compact yards. Pocket greens and school grounds break up the blocks, while Trapelo Road keeps the pace urban. The setting balances local errands with a straight shot to Cambridge and downtown Boston via nearby rail.
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Market insights
3 Essex Rd · $2,399,000
DAYS ON MARKET
76 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,399,000
Median sale price in this area is $843,256. (65% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Recessed lighting throughout
French doors
Storm windows
Wainscoting
Sun room
Exercise room
Foyer
Walk-up attic
Total of 11 rooms
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the second floor with walk-in closet and hardwood floors
Bedroom 2 on the second floor with closet and hardwood floors
Bedroom 3 on the second floor with closet and hardwood floors
Bedroom 4 on the third floor with vaulted ceilings, custom built closets/cabinets and hardwood floors
Bedroom 5 on the third floor with skylight, vaulted ceilings, custom built closets/cabinets and hardwood floors
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
Master bathroom present
Bathroom features include double vanity, tiled shower stall, marble flooring and stone/granite countertops
Kitchen
Hardwood floors
Bay/bow/box window
Stone/granite countertops
Kitchen island
Exterior access
Recessed lighting
Remodeled kitchen
Laundry & utility
Laundry located in the basement (11 x 9), with 3/4 bath and stone/ceramic tile flooring
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood floors throughout main living and bedrooms
Tile and stone/ceramic tile in select areas (family room, laundry, bathrooms)
Marble flooring in primary bathroom
Heating & cooling
Forced air and radiant heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
200+ amp electric service with circuit breakers
Exterior features
Patio
Professional landscaping
Garden
Corner lot, level
Public road frontage and public maintained road
Home design
Single family residence
Remodeled condition
Above-grade and below-grade finished living space
Security system installed
Parking
Detached garage with garage door opener
2 garage spaces (covered)
3 additional off-street open parking spaces (5 total)
Security
Security system
Construction
Brick and frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle and rubber roofing
Year built per public records
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas available for range
200+ amp electrical service
HOA & community
Community features include public transportation access, nearby park and sidewalks
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Stately 9 room brick Colonial in desirable Benton Estates features extensive period details. Living rm has exquisite crown moldings, mahogany cross-beamed ceilings and fp flanked by bookcases. South-facing sunroom offers more space for family & entertaining. Spacious foyer, w/ 2 closets & 2 sets of French doors, flows into large dining rm w/ fine appointments, including lovely piano window. Eat-in-kitchen is designed with custom cabinetry, recessed lights & modern appliances. Double stairways lead to 3 cheerful bedrms and 2 full baths on the 2nd floor. Third level consists of 2 bedrooms with charming nooks & a 3rd bathroom with original claw foot tub typical of the era of construction. The abundant living space on both levels offers a multitude of options. Completing this listing is central a/c on all 3 living areas, a 2-car detached gar w/ elec opener, a deck and prof landscaped yard. Nestled in a historically significant neighborhood nr public transp, park, shopping and restaurants.
Public Records
Nov 27, 1987
Sold
$285,000
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,500 (+10.9%)
$785,000 + $927,000
$1,712,000
2024
$17,582 (+1.8%)
$929,000 + $736,000
$1,665,000
2023
$17,265 (+5.6%)
$877,000 + $659,000
$1,536,000
2022
$16,357 (−6.4%)
$802,000 + $613,000
$1,415,000
2021
$17,483 (+19.7%)
$1,003,000 + $512,000
$1,515,000
2020
$14,608 (+4.6%)
$858,000 + $470,000
$1,328,000
2019
$13,969 (+11.6%)
$649,000 + $548,000
$1,197,000
2018
$12,515 (+2.8%)
$590,000 + $440,000
$1,030,000
2017
$12,170 (+1.5%)
$519,000 + $440,000
$959,000
2016
$11,995 (+5.4%)
$519,000 + $436,000
$955,000
2015
$11,378 (+2.0%)
$446,000 + $436,000
$882,000
2014
$11,151 (+1.3%)
$390,000 + $436,000
$826,000
2013
$11,011 (+4.1%)
$390,000 + $436,000
$826,000
2012
$10,573 (+3.8%)
$311,000 + $481,000
$792,000
2011
$10,182 (+4.1%)
$311,000 + $458,000
$769,000
2010
$9,777 (+2.7%)
$311,000 + $493,000
$804,000
2009
$9,524
$318,000 + $483,000
$801,000
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1930
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,522
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,522
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3606247S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Local insights from Redfin agents
Belmont is a low-inventory, high-demand market driven both by restrictive zoning laws & proximity to Cambridge. New housing production is scarce, with demand for properties always exceeding supply. This will keep the market difficult for buyers and...
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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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Belmont. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 3 Essex Rd
$2,299,680
$99K under list price of $2.40M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $2.5M.