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Off Market Apr 2025 for $3.3M

$3,831,450

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,395/mo

•

4,821

sq ft

40 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

This expanded colonial style home, sits proudly & elegantly on one of Belmont’s most coveted streets. Owned by the same family for over 40 years, this home has been meticulously maintained & timelessly updated throughout ownership. Off of the front to back foyer, a large living room w/ fireplace and built in benches welcomes you. Opposite is a prodigious fireplaced dining room, that leads through an original butler’s pantry to a renovated kitchen w/ additional walk-in pantry & breakfast nook. Also off the kitchen is a family room, w/ access to the screened in porch & patio. Second floor boasts a large primary suite w/ fireplace, a walk in closet & renovated primary bath. 3 sizable family bedrooms, one en-suite, laundry room & walk in closet complete this level. Third floor offers two additional bedrooms & full bath. Walk out lower level includes storage & ample expansion potential.Updated Systems. Two car garage w/ new floor. Blue stone patio & beautifully landscaped grounds.

Single-familyProperty Type

1918Year Built

0.54 acresLot Size

$795Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lynn Findlay • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Bought with Kopman Adler Team • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73340396

Redfin Estimate

$3,831,450

$531K since sold in April 2025$25K since August

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This home's estimate is 68.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.27M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 26, 2026
$2,925,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths3,386 sq ft
11 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$2,000,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,570 sq ft
248 Slade St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,984,000
C
6 beds3.5 baths3,869 sq ft
42 Fairmont St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD NOV 14, 2025
$2,750,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths2,994 sq ft
16 Fairmont St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$2,200,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,288 sq ft
207 Slade St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JAN 28, 2026
$1,750,000
F
5 beds2.5 baths3,124 sq ft
30 Payson Rd, 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

102.3%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$31K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

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$879,000
2 beds1 bath1,130 sq ft
114 Payson Rd #2, Belmont, MA 02478
3D WALKTHROUGH
$879,000
2 beds1 bath1,530 sq ft
112 Payson #1, Belmont, MA 02478
OPEN TODAY, 3:30PM TO 5PM
$929,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,845 sq ft
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$2,499,000
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Sale history for 40 Hillcrest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$35,799 (+15.2%)

$1,277,000 + $1,866,000

$3,143,000

2024

$31,068 (+8.8%)

$1,592,000 + $1,350,000

$2,942,000

2023

$28,561 (+5.1%)

$1,214,000 + $1,327,000

$2,541,000

2022

$27,178 (+4.9%)

$1,111,000 + $1,240,000

$2,351,000

2021

$25,907 (+1.3%)

$1,216,000 + $1,029,000

$2,245,000

2020

$25,575 (+12.2%)

$1,296,000 + $1,029,000

$2,325,000

2019

$22,792 (+6.6%)

$1,011,000 + $942,000

$1,953,000

2018

$21,372 (−0.5%)

$817,000 + $942,000

$1,759,000

2017

$21,471 (+1.5%)

$750,000 + $942,000

$1,692,000

2016

$21,164 (+6.2%)

$750,000 + $935,000

$1,685,000

2015

$19,931 (+0.5%)

$640,000 + $905,000

$1,545,000

2014

$19,832 (+1.3%)

$564,000 + $905,000

$1,469,000

2013

$19,568 (−0.6%)

$564,000 + $904,000

$1,468,000

2012

$19,691 (−1.5%)

$473,000 + $1,002,000

$1,475,000

2011

$19,992 (+3.3%)

$473,000 + $1,037,000

$1,510,000

2010

$19,347 (+3.2%)

$473,000 + $1,118,000

$1,591,000

2009

$18,751

$482,000 + $1,095,000

$1,577,000

Tax history for 40 Hillcrest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$35,799 (+15.2%)

$1,277,000 + $1,866,000

$3,143,000

2024

$31,068 (+8.8%)

$1,592,000 + $1,350,000

$2,942,000

2023

$28,561 (+5.1%)

$1,214,000 + $1,327,000

$2,541,000

2022

$27,178 (+4.9%)

$1,111,000 + $1,240,000

$2,351,000

2021

$25,907 (+1.3%)

$1,216,000 + $1,029,000

$2,245,000

2020

$25,575 (+12.2%)

$1,296,000 + $1,029,000

$2,325,000

2019

$22,792 (+6.6%)

$1,011,000 + $942,000

$1,953,000

2018

$21,372 (−0.5%)

$817,000 + $942,000

$1,759,000

2017

$21,471 (+1.5%)

$750,000 + $942,000

$1,692,000

2016

$21,164 (+6.2%)

$750,000 + $935,000

$1,685,000

2015

$19,931 (+0.5%)

$640,000 + $905,000

$1,545,000

2014

$19,832 (+1.3%)

$564,000 + $905,000

$1,469,000

2013

$19,568 (−0.6%)

$564,000 + $904,000

$1,468,000

2012

$19,691 (−1.5%)

$473,000 + $1,002,000

$1,475,000

2011

$19,992 (+3.3%)

$473,000 + $1,037,000

$1,510,000

2010

$19,347 (+3.2%)

$473,000 + $1,118,000

$1,591,000

2009

$18,751

$482,000 + $1,095,000

$1,577,000

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.54 Acres

Year renovated

1918

Sq. Ft.

4,821

Year built

1918

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3353358S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Sconce

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 350
Length: 25
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 20
Length: 4
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 119
Length: 7
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 88
Length: 8
Width: 11
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 540
Length: 18
Width: 30
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 294
Length: 14
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting,Beadboard

Dining Room Information
Area: 285
Length: 15
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Storage,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Walk-Out Access, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X10
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bedroom, Bathroom, Den

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,821
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.54
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $31,068
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Common Street or Goden Street to Hillcrest Road.
UnparsedAddress: 40 Hillcrest Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,821
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: 1918
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3353358S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Freezer In The Basement.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi

7/10

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 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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$3.64M – $4.41M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 7 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6774 Sq. Ft.	$3,855,233
58 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3348 Sq. Ft.	$2,679,643

Address	Redfin Estimate
8 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$2,628,906
66 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3495 Sq. Ft.	$3,051,095

Address	Redfin Estimate
44 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3645 Sq. Ft.	$3,131,765
59 Hillcrest Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2901 Sq. Ft.	$2,767,046

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