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Off market jul 2022 for $2.3M

$2,521,913

•

3,717

sq ft

48 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

This stunning and spacious Royal Barry Wills cape has been completely renovated, expanded and expertly redesigned. Continually improved and impeccably maintained, this home truly has it all. Perfectly perched on a professionally landscaped 11,591 SF lot, you can enjoy the afternoon sun on the front patio or the privacy of the fenced-in backyard. Delight in cooking and entertaining in the open kitchen/family room, with large central island, high-end appliances & custom cabinets. The layout is both functional and flexible with 2 offices and 2 en suite bedrooms – one on the first floor and a larger primary suite upstairs. A total of 4 bedrooms, 4 full & 1 half baths are spread over three floors. Host game & movie nights in the lower-level family room with the convenience of a wet bar. Gorgeous windows, new central air, 2021 roof, & direct entry 2-car garage. Unbeatable location close to schools, parks, Belmont Center, Cushing Sq & public trans, yet tucked away in a quiet neighborhood.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.27 acresLot Size

$678Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Carolyn Boyle • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Non Member • Non Member Office

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•Source:MLS PIN #72972390

Redfin Estimate

$2,521,913

$222K since sold in July 2022$54K since October

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B
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$2,481,500
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D
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$2,000,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,570 sq ft
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SOLD OCT 28, 2026
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F
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Last updated October 2026

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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

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Sale history for 48 Brettwood Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72972390

Jul 11, 2022

Sold

$2,300,000

$619/sq ft

May 10, 2022

Contingent

—

Apr 27, 2022

Listed

$2,395,000

$644/sq ft

MLS PIN #50280014

Oct 19, 1995

Sold

$290,000

$78/sq ft

Sep 1, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Apr 14, 1995

Listed

$299,000

$80/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,509 (+8.2%)

$1,069,000 + $995,000

$2,064,000

2024

$21,732 (+16.6%)

$1,333,000 + $725,000

$2,058,000

2023

$18,636 (+5.6%)

$1,016,000 + $642,000

$1,658,000

2022

$17,652 (+1.1%)

$930,000 + $597,000

$1,527,000

2021

$17,460 (−8.1%)

$1,018,000 + $495,000

$1,513,000

2020

$19,008 (+12.3%)

$1,085,000 + $643,000

$1,728,000

2019

$16,922 (+9.6%)

$847,000 + $603,000

$1,450,000

2018

$15,443 (+0.7%)

$684,000 + $587,000

$1,271,000

2017

$15,342 (+1.4%)

$628,000 + $581,000

$1,209,000

2016

$15,135 (+5.0%)

$628,000 + $577,000

$1,205,000

2015

$14,409 (+1.9%)

$536,000 + $581,000

$1,117,000

2014

$14,135 (+1.3%)

$473,000 + $574,000

$1,047,000

2013

$13,957 (+3.3%)

$473,000 + $574,000

$1,047,000

2012

$13,510 (+5.6%)

$396,000 + $616,000

$1,012,000

2011

$12,790 (+5.0%)

$396,000 + $570,000

$966,000

2010

$12,184 (+2.5%)

$396,000 + $606,000

$1,002,000

2009

$11,890

$404,000 + $596,000

$1,000,000

Tax history for 48 Brettwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,509 (+8.2%)

$1,069,000 + $995,000

$2,064,000

2024

$21,732 (+16.6%)

$1,333,000 + $725,000

$2,058,000

2023

$18,636 (+5.6%)

$1,016,000 + $642,000

$1,658,000

2022

$17,652 (+1.1%)

$930,000 + $597,000

$1,527,000

2021

$17,460 (−8.1%)

$1,018,000 + $495,000

$1,513,000

2020

$19,008 (+12.3%)

$1,085,000 + $643,000

$1,728,000

2019

$16,922 (+9.6%)

$847,000 + $603,000

$1,450,000

2018

$15,443 (+0.7%)

$684,000 + $587,000

$1,271,000

2017

$15,342 (+1.4%)

$628,000 + $581,000

$1,209,000

2016

$15,135 (+5.0%)

$628,000 + $577,000

$1,205,000

2015

$14,409 (+1.9%)

$536,000 + $581,000

$1,117,000

2014

$14,135 (+1.3%)

$473,000 + $574,000

$1,047,000

2013

$13,957 (+3.3%)

$473,000 + $574,000

$1,047,000

2012

$13,510 (+5.6%)

$396,000 + $616,000

$1,012,000

2011

$12,790 (+5.0%)

$396,000 + $570,000

$966,000

2010

$12,184 (+2.5%)

$396,000 + $606,000

$1,002,000

2009

$11,890

$404,000 + $596,000

$1,000,000

*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

0.27 Acres

Year renovated

2002

Sq. Ft.

3,164

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2785647S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 277.5
Length: 18.5
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 236.5
Length: 16.5
Width: 14.33
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 176.78
Length: 14.33
Width: 12.33
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 150.33
Length: 13.67
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 35.25
Length: 7.83
Width: 4.5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 35.25
Length: 7.83
Width: 4.5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 115.5
Length: 12.83
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Cable Hookup,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 310.33
Length: 22.17
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 113.33
Length: 11.33
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Area: 173.11
Length: 13.67
Width: 12.67
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 181.33
Length: 16
Width: 11.33
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Crown Molding,Window Seat

Office Room Information
Area: 134.75
Length: 12.25
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 22'2"X12'10
Laundry Features: Flooring - Laminate, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Skylight
Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Office, Sun Room, Bathroom, Media Room, Exercise Room, Wet Bar, Laundry Chute, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,717
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
Lot Features: Corner Lot

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,652
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
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: Common Street to Brettwood Road.
UnparsedAddress: 48 Brettwood Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,164
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2785647S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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

53% 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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$2.40M – $2.90M

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Home values near 48 Brettwood Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1689 Sq. Ft.	$1,791,261
51 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1542 Sq. Ft.	$1,473,918
31 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2555 Sq. Ft.	$1,952,683
36 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2805 Sq. Ft.	$2,095,876
207 Slade St, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3288 Sq. Ft.	$2,495,199
181 Slade St, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2350 Sq. Ft.	$1,806,026
22 Homer Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2201 Sq. Ft.	$1,765,953

Address	Redfin Estimate
63 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2191 Sq. Ft.	$1,603,661
43 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2614 Sq. Ft.	$2,284,987
22 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3442 Sq. Ft.	$2,451,052
217 Slade St, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2216 Sq. Ft.	$2,061,934
195 Slade St, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1931 Sq. Ft.	$1,754,849
17 Pierce Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3080 Sq. Ft.	$2,701,438
28 Homer Rd, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4734 Sq. Ft.	$2,771,784

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57 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1999 Sq. Ft.	$1,819,172
37 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2294 Sq. Ft.	$1,933,345
28 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3377 Sq. Ft.	$2,480,318
211 Slade St, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2743 Sq. Ft.	$1,848,159
185 Slade St, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1937 Sq. Ft.	$1,770,598
11 Pierce Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2104 Sq. Ft.	$1,712,717
40 Homer Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,012,406

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