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Off Market May 2021 for $1.2M

$1,513,602

•

2,179

sq ft

42 Taylor Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Pride of ownership! Welcome home to this meticulously maintained, split level home that has been in the same family for over 40 years. Main level living features sunny living room with fireplace, spacious dining room over looking the garden, an updated kitchen & the addition of a bright breakfast room wrapped in windows. Three generous bedrooms await you on the second floor, along with a family bath with access to the primary bedroom. From the primary bedroom window, you overlook a working farm, seasonal views of Fresh Pond Reservoir and views of the city skyline. Lower level offers a large recreation room, cedar closet, laundry, & full bath. Direct access to the two car garage garage with storage, patio and a professionally landscaped fenced in yard, which is perfect for entertaining. Hardwood floors, replacement windows and central air. Mature plantings. Easy access to schools, parks, bike path to Alewife/Red Line, Fresh Pond Reservoir, Cambridge and Boston.

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

6,969 sq ftLot Size

$695Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lynn Findlay • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Bought with Peter Boyajian • Real Estate 109

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•Source:MLS PIN #72806386

Redfin Estimate

$1,513,602

$254K since sold in May 2021$17K since July

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This home's estimate is 1.2% lower than the average sale price ($1.53M) of 6 comparable homes.

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SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,445,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,198 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,540,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,684 sq ft
62 Shaw Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAR 12, 2026
$1,560,000
D
3 beds3.5 baths2,167 sq ft
30 Stewart Ter, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,300,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,734 sq ft
215 Cross St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,575,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,756 sq ft
136 Alexander Ave, Belmont, MA 02478

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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.7%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$29K MoM

Avg. days on market

16d

1 days MoM

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14 MoM

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Sale history for 42 Taylor Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,976 (−1.2%)

$798,000 + $429,000

$1,227,000

2024

$14,140 (+6.9%)

$994,000 + $345,000

$1,339,000

2023

$13,229 (+4.1%)

$868,000 + $309,000

$1,177,000

2022

$12,704 (−7.8%)

$815,000 + $284,000

$1,099,000

2021

$13,779 (+17.3%)

$850,000 + $344,000

$1,194,000

2020

$11,748 (+17.7%)

$833,000 + $235,000

$1,068,000

2019

$9,978 (+2.8%)

$619,000 + $236,000

$855,000

2018

$9,708 (+1.7%)

$563,000 + $236,000

$799,000

2017

$9,543 (+1.2%)

$516,000 + $236,000

$752,000

2016

$9,433 (+10.3%)

$516,000 + $235,000

$751,000

2015

$8,553 (+8.3%)

$429,000 + $234,000

$663,000

2014

$7,898 (−0.9%)

$351,000 + $234,000

$585,000

2013

$7,971 (+6.1%)

$351,000 + $247,000

$598,000

2012

$7,516 (+0.1%)

$293,000 + $270,000

$563,000

2011

$7,507 (+10.8%)

$293,000 + $274,000

$567,000

2010

$6,773 (+1.0%)

$293,000 + $264,000

$557,000

2009

$6,706

$305,000 + $259,000

$564,000

Tax history for 42 Taylor Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,976 (−1.2%)

$798,000 + $429,000

$1,227,000

2024

$14,140 (+6.9%)

$994,000 + $345,000

$1,339,000

2023

$13,229 (+4.1%)

$868,000 + $309,000

$1,177,000

2022

$12,704 (−7.8%)

$815,000 + $284,000

$1,099,000

2021

$13,779 (+17.3%)

$850,000 + $344,000

$1,194,000

2020

$11,748 (+17.7%)

$833,000 + $235,000

$1,068,000

2019

$9,978 (+2.8%)

$619,000 + $236,000

$855,000

2018

$9,708 (+1.7%)

$563,000 + $236,000

$799,000

2017

$9,543 (+1.2%)

$516,000 + $236,000

$752,000

2016

$9,433 (+10.3%)

$516,000 + $235,000

$751,000

2015

$8,553 (+8.3%)

$429,000 + $234,000

$663,000

2014

$7,898 (−0.9%)

$351,000 + $234,000

$585,000

2013

$7,971 (+6.1%)

$351,000 + $247,000

$598,000

2012

$7,516 (+0.1%)

$293,000 + $270,000

$563,000

2011

$7,507 (+10.8%)

$293,000 + $274,000

$567,000

2010

$6,773 (+1.0%)

$293,000 + $264,000

$557,000

2009

$6,706

$305,000 + $259,000

$564,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,970 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1952

Sq. Ft.

1,560

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1700855S

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: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 176
Length: 16
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 72
Length: 9
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 28
Length: 7
Width: 4
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 338
Length: 26
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Family Room Information
Area: 525
Length: 25
Width: 21
Level: Basement

Dining Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Open Floorplan

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,179
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, City View(s)

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Features: Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: City
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,748
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Concord Ave to Bright Road to Taylor Road.
UnparsedAddress: 42 Taylor Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,560
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1700855S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Speakers In The Living Room.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Mary Lee Burbank School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.2mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% 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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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

$1.44M – $1.74M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
63 Taylor Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2390 Sq. Ft.	$1,579,784
23 Taylor Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2106 Sq. Ft.	$1,550,404

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