Off Market Jun 2021 for $2.2M

$2,803,246

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,652/mo

•

3,610

sq ft

5 Amherst Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Magnificent Center Entrance Colonial located in prestigious Old Belmont Hill. Rare offering. This five bedroom five bath home is set on a beautiful corner lot at the crest of Village Hill. Front entry portico perfect for entertaining. Grand foyer with spiral staircase, spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, fifth bedroom possible au pair, hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces, central air, brazilian cherry floors, spacious family room with walk out to patio, front & back staircases, loads of architectural features, outdoor covered veranda, stone walls - prime Belmont Hill location near Belmont Country Club & Hill Club, The Habitat, The Belmont Day School, close to Boston, near Route 2, short walk to bus stop with direct route to Alewife Station.

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

0.53 acresLot Size

$777Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Sandra Naroian • Keller Williams Realty North Central

Bought with Sarah Glovsky • The Charles Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72823875

Redfin Estimate

$2,803,246

$553K since sold in June 2021$8,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 32.5% higher than the average sale price ($2.12M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$2,225,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths3,843 sq ft
100 Village Hill Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$2,075,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,500 sq ft
233 Rutledge, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,475,000
C
5 beds3 baths3,303 sq ft
27 Park Cir, Arlington, MA 02476
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$2,755,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,170 sq ft
85 Oakland Ave, Arlington, MA 02476
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$2,165,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,696 sq ft
232 Rutledge Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$2,000,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,713 sq ft
150 Prospect St, 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

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

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OPEN FRI, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$929,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,845 sq ft
81 Grant Ave #81, Belmont, MA 02478
OPEN SUN, 1:30PM TO 2:45PM
$2,499,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,859 sq ft
45 Wellesley Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
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Sale history for 5 Amherst Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72823875

Jun 30, 2021

Sold

$2,250,000

$623/sq ft

May 12, 2021

Contingent

—

Apr 30, 2021

Listed

$2,285,000

$633/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 17, 2006

Sold

$1,545,000

$428/sq ft

MLS PIN #70385089

Oct 17, 2006

Sold

$1,535,000

$425/sq ft

Oct 12, 2006

Listing Removed

—

May 10, 2006

Listed

$1,595,000

$442/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$28,111 (+16.6%)

$919,000 + $1,549,000

$2,468,000

2024

$24,119 (+1.8%)

$1,044,000 + $1,240,000

$2,284,000

2023

$23,683 (+0.2%)

$1,080,000 + $1,027,000

$2,107,000

2022

$23,629 (+1.6%)

$989,000 + $1,055,000

$2,044,000

2021

$23,265 (+9.0%)

$1,036,000 + $980,000

$2,016,000

2020

$21,340 (+12.8%)

$967,000 + $973,000

$1,940,000

2019

$18,917 (+0.6%)

$745,000 + $876,000

$1,621,000

2018

$18,808 (−0.2%)

$678,000 + $870,000

$1,548,000

2017

$18,845 (+1.4%)

$621,000 + $864,000

$1,485,000

2016

$18,589 (−4.8%)

$621,000 + $859,000

$1,480,000

2015

$19,518 (+1.2%)

$537,000 + $976,000

$1,513,000

2014

$19,292 (+1.3%)

$461,000 + $968,000

$1,429,000

2013

$19,049 (−1.5%)

$461,000 + $968,000

$1,429,000

2012

$19,331 (+3.4%)

$394,000 + $1,054,000

$1,448,000

2011

$18,695 (+3.7%)

$394,000 + $1,018,000

$1,412,000

2010

$18,033 (+13.9%)

$394,000 + $1,089,000

$1,483,000

2009

$15,837

$397,000 + $935,000

$1,332,000

Tax history for 5 Amherst Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$28,111 (+16.6%)

$919,000 + $1,549,000

$2,468,000

2024

$24,119 (+1.8%)

$1,044,000 + $1,240,000

$2,284,000

2023

$23,683 (+0.2%)

$1,080,000 + $1,027,000

$2,107,000

2022

$23,629 (+1.6%)

$989,000 + $1,055,000

$2,044,000

2021

$23,265 (+9.0%)

$1,036,000 + $980,000

$2,016,000

2020

$21,340 (+12.8%)

$967,000 + $973,000

$1,940,000

2019

$18,917 (+0.6%)

$745,000 + $876,000

$1,621,000

2018

$18,808 (−0.2%)

$678,000 + $870,000

$1,548,000

2017

$18,845 (+1.4%)

$621,000 + $864,000

$1,485,000

2016

$18,589 (−4.8%)

$621,000 + $859,000

$1,480,000

2015

$19,518 (+1.2%)

$537,000 + $976,000

$1,513,000

2014

$19,292 (+1.3%)

$461,000 + $968,000

$1,429,000

2013

$19,049 (−1.5%)

$461,000 + $968,000

$1,429,000

2012

$19,331 (+3.4%)

$394,000 + $1,054,000

$1,448,000

2011

$18,695 (+3.7%)

$394,000 + $1,018,000

$1,412,000

2010

$18,033 (+13.9%)

$394,000 + $1,089,000

$1,483,000

2009

$15,837

$397,000 + $935,000

$1,332,000

*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

0.53 Acres

Year renovated

1939

Sq. Ft.

3,610

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1415500S

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: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Living Room Information
Area: 390
Length: 26
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Lighting - Sconce

Family Room Information
Area: 350
Length: 25
Width: 14
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 231
Length: 21
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Pot Filler Faucet

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 15X15
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Sink, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Flooring: Wood, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Cable Hookup, Storage, Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Library, Loft, Exercise Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,610
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Brick

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Exterior Features: Covered Patio/Deck

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.53
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
Frontage Length: 303
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $23,264.64
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Oven, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Hot Water, Oil, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Corner of Wellesley and Amherst Road
UnparsedAddress: 5 Amherst Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,610
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1939
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1415500S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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

6 days above 96° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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 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

$2.66M – $3.22M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
16 Amherst Road, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3139 Sq. Ft.	$2,506,901
45 Amherst Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2914 Sq. Ft.	$1,956,157

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