This gleaming seven-room Center Entrance Colonial is beautifully sited on a picturesque tree-lined street. Filled with natural light, this inviting home showcases charming period details throughout. The gracious fireplaced living room flows seamlessly into a sun-drenched family room, while the handsome dining room features elegant wainscoting, perfect for entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen offers granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and a welcoming dining area. A charming 3 season porch and half bath completes the first floor. The second level features three bedrooms and a well-appointed family bath. Additional highlights include a walk-up attic, hardwood floors, and a one-car garage. Professionally landscaped grounds and a level fenced yard provide an ideal setting for outdoor enjoyment. Conveniently located near Burbank school, parks, public transportation, Cambridge, and Boston, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of character and comfort.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
6,371 sq ftLot Size
$838Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Barbara Nolan• Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Listed by • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Bought with Steve Coughlin• Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
Est. $4,242 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 36 Richardson Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73543142
Sep 28, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$838/sq ft
Sep 1, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 11, 2026
Price Changed
$1,599,000
$893/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Listed
$1,695,000
$947/sq ft
MLS PIN #72901317
Nov 30, 2021
Sold
$1,375,000
$768/sq ft
Sep 28, 2021
Listed
$1,199,000
$670/sq ft
+11
Located on a beautiful tree lined street and a short walk to the Burbank School, this Center Entrance Colonial is ideal for entertaining. The first floor offers an inviting foyer and staircase, a front to back living room with fireplace that leads to a sunny family room, formal dining room with wainscoting, spacious wood cabinet kitchen with granite counters, enclosed porch and half bath. The second floor has a front to back primary bedroom, two additional good size corner bedrooms, full bath and stairs to an attic with great potential for expansion. Additional features include: high ceilings, deep moldings, replacement windows, one car garage, patio and generous back yard. Enjoy the proximity to Cambridge and public transportation.
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,790
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: White
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1790
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,678
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Burbank
Middle Or Junior School: Bms
High School: B.H.S.
Location Information
Directions: Washington St. to Richardson Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 36 Richardson Road, Belmont MA 02478
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,790
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2957122S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Outdoor Swing Set Is An Exclusion
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mary Lee Burbank School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.1mi
10/10
Belmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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