Off market jul 2013 for $836K

$1,574,563

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,941/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

$868Est. 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

$1,574,563

$739K since sold in July 2013$23K since October

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This home's estimate is 13.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.38M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$1,500,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,790 sq ft
36 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,275,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,746 sq ft
16 West St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$1,450,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,632 sq ft
74 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,205,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,694 sq ft
124 Orchard St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$1,400,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,526 sq ft
33 Underwood St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$1,475,000
F
4 beds1.5 baths1,664 sq ft
20 Preble Gardens Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.3%

1.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$82K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

3 days MoM

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3 MoM

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Home is in move in condition with newer kitchen and baths. Good sized bedrooms and semi finished walk out basement.
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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 Sep 11, 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 Sep 10, 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 • 0.5mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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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Belmont, MA • 02478

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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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Estimated sale price

$1.50M – $1.81M

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Home values near 42 Richardson Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
66 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2444 Sq. Ft.	$1,907,930
48 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1962 Sq. Ft.	$1,496,657

Address	Redfin Estimate
60 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1985 Sq. Ft.	$1,748,180
36 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1790 Sq. Ft.	$1,570,386

Address	Redfin Estimate
54 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2356 Sq. Ft.	$1,903,556
30 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2236 Sq. Ft.	$1,715,250

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