Off Market Jul 2013 for $836K

$1,557,431

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,835/mo

•

1,813

sq ft

42 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Delightful home in top Burbank School location. Large fireplace living room, first-floor family room, updated baths, pretty dining room opens to 2008 kitchen with granite counters, SS appliances and a large island leading to deck and nice level yard. Roof and front stairs replaced in 2010. Front-yard sprinkler 2010. Two-car garage. Lots of storage. Cedar closet in basement. Walk to schools, bus to Harvard Square, park, shops, etc. Well-maintained home--numerous updates--ready to move right in.

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

6,386 sq ftLot Size

$859Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ann Kearn • RE/MAX Leading Edge

Bought with Patricia McTague • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #71537290

Redfin Estimate

$1,557,431

$721K since sold in July 2013$22K since August

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This home's estimate is 12.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.39M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,205,000
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SOLD AUG 27, 2026
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B
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SOLD JUL 13, 2026
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C
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SOLD JUL 23, 2026
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D
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SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,600,000
E
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SOLD JAN 16, 2026
$1,600,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,858 sq ft
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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

102.4%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

1 days MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Home is in move in condition with newer kitchen and baths. Good sized bedrooms and semi finished walk out basement.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Carol Stevenson
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Sale history for 42 Richardson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,390 (+2.7%)

$784,000 + $655,000

$1,439,000

2024

$15,956 (+6.3%)

$977,000 + $534,000

$1,511,000

2023

$15,017 (+3.8%)

$853,000 + $483,000

$1,336,000

2022

$14,473 (−1.6%)

$801,000 + $451,000

$1,252,000

2021

$14,714 (+4.9%)

$835,000 + $440,000

$1,275,000

2020

$14,025 (+13.7%)

$818,000 + $457,000

$1,275,000

2019

$12,335 (+1.8%)

$608,000 + $449,000

$1,057,000

2018

$12,114 (+3.8%)

$553,000 + $444,000

$997,000

2017

$11,675 (+1.4%)

$507,000 + $413,000

$920,000

2016

$11,518 (+22.5%)

$507,000 + $410,000

$917,000

2015

$9,404 (+6.0%)

$422,000 + $307,000

$729,000

2014

$8,870 (+1.3%)

$345,000 + $312,000

$657,000

2013

$8,758 (+5.3%)

$345,000 + $312,000

$657,000

2012

$8,317 (+2.6%)

$288,000 + $335,000

$623,000

2011

$8,103 (+4.9%)

$288,000 + $324,000

$612,000

2010

$7,722 (+1.2%)

$288,000 + $347,000

$635,000

2009

$7,633

$300,000 + $342,000

$642,000

Tax history for 42 Richardson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,390 (+2.7%)

$784,000 + $655,000

$1,439,000

2024

$15,956 (+6.3%)

$977,000 + $534,000

$1,511,000

2023

$15,017 (+3.8%)

$853,000 + $483,000

$1,336,000

2022

$14,473 (−1.6%)

$801,000 + $451,000

$1,252,000

2021

$14,714 (+4.9%)

$835,000 + $440,000

$1,275,000

2020

$14,025 (+13.7%)

$818,000 + $457,000

$1,275,000

2019

$12,335 (+1.8%)

$608,000 + $449,000

$1,057,000

2018

$12,114 (+3.8%)

$553,000 + $444,000

$997,000

2017

$11,675 (+1.4%)

$507,000 + $413,000

$920,000

2016

$11,518 (+22.5%)

$507,000 + $410,000

$917,000

2015

$9,404 (+6.0%)

$422,000 + $307,000

$729,000

2014

$8,870 (+1.3%)

$345,000 + $312,000

$657,000

2013

$8,758 (+5.3%)

$345,000 + $312,000

$657,000

2012

$8,317 (+2.6%)

$288,000 + $335,000

$623,000

2011

$8,103 (+4.9%)

$288,000 + $324,000

$612,000

2010

$7,722 (+1.2%)

$288,000 + $347,000

$635,000

2009

$7,633

$300,000 + $342,000

$642,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1930

Sq. Ft.

2,074

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1566006S

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 176
Length: 16
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 117
Length: 13
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 16
Length: 4
Width: 4
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 66
Length: 11
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Family Room Information
Area: 170
Length: 17
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

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

Kitchen Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cable Hookup,Deck - Exterior,Slider,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Concrete

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
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,813
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,758
Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Washington Street
UnparsedAddress: 42 Richardson Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,074
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1566006S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Listing Information
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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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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4.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$1.48M – $1.79M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
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48 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1962 Sq. Ft.	$1,457,734

Address	Redfin Estimate
60 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1985 Sq. Ft.	$1,744,832
36 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1790 Sq. Ft.	$1,559,435

Address	Redfin Estimate
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