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Off Market Aug 2025 for $2M

$2,439,638

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,174/mo

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4,289

sq ft

51 Lantern Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Beautifully sited on an almost 1/2 acre lot, this expansive contemporary multi-level home offers four levels of living and includes 6 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths. Enter from a granite staircase through mahogany doors to a gorgeous foyer, open den and half bath. Entertain in the spacious modern, open concept kitchen (with stainless steel appliances, granite counters/island), sunlit family room with many windows and sliders to a beautiful paver patio and formal DR with fireplace and cathedral ceiling. Upper levels are accessed by a split staircase; one leads to the primary BR with walk-in closet and ensuite bath, two spacious BRs, full bath and laundry closet. The other staircase leads to a 2nd primary with ensuite, two BRs and full bath. Lower levels feature a cozy game room, four-season glass sunroom/solarium designed to grow vegetables or flowers year round, fireplaced family room, and direct access to the 2-car garage.

Single-familyProperty Type

1958Year Built

0.45 acresLot Size

$569Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by David Hurley • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Bought with DiDuca Properties • Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors

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•Source:MLS PIN #73371502

Redfin Estimate

$2,439,638

$415K since sold in August 2025$43K since July

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B
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C
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D
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E
5 beds4.5 baths4,159 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 7, 2026
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F
4 beds3.5 baths3,500 sq ft
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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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Sale history for 51 Lantern Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73371502

Aug 20, 2025

Sold

$2,025,000

$472/sq ft

Jul 3, 2025

Contingent

—

Jun 3, 2025

Price Changed

$2,195,000

$512/sq ft

May 7, 2025

Listed

$2,350,000

$548/sq ft

MLSPIN #73398365

Jul 10, 2025

Rental Removed

$7,950

$2/sq ft

Jul 1, 2025

Listed for Rent

$7,950

$2/sq ft

MLS PIN #71485060

Aug 7, 2013

Sold

$1,350,000

$315/sq ft

May 25, 2013

Contingent

—

Apr 18, 2013

Price Changed

$1,399,900

$326/sq ft

Mar 17, 2013

Price Changed

$1,595,000

$372/sq ft

Feb 22, 2013

Listed

$1,695,000

$395/sq ft

+22

New $$ Spectacular Colonial situated in Belmont Hill. Meticulously constructed in 2012 with architectural detail. This gracious home is ideal for large family and entertaining. Features include a large state of the art kitchen and family room. Fireplace, formal living room, 6 bedrooms, 5 full baths, Central Air, beautiful landscaping and much more. Proximity to some of the best public and private schools in the area. The best that life has to offer wrapped in a beautiful setting.

MLS PIN #71184593

Apr 15, 2011

Sold

$748,000

$174/sq ft

Feb 7, 2011

Contingent

—

Feb 3, 2011

Listed

$749,000

$175/sq ft

Belmont Hill: This glistening sun-drenched eight room split-level home is sited on almost 20,000 sq. ft. lot.Boasting a large fire-placed living room overlooking tranquil grounds, an updated eat in kitchen,3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.Additional features include a study with custom built-ins w/sliders to back yard, a fireplaced family room, and sun-room. Hardwood floors, a two car garage and convenience to Cambridge and Boston complete this home.

Public Records

Aug 23, 1991

Sold

$343,000

$80/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$29,660 (+17.9%)

$883,000 + $1,721,000

$2,604,000

2024

$25,154 (−1.8%)

$1,003,000 + $1,379,000

$2,382,000

2023

$25,616 (+5.5%)

$1,038,000 + $1,241,000

$2,279,000

2022

$24,276 (+38.0%)

$950,000 + $1,150,000

$2,100,000

2021

$17,587 (+9.7%)

$996,000 + $528,000

$1,524,000

2020

$16,027 (+8.1%)

$929,000 + $528,000

$1,457,000

2019

$14,821 (+1.2%)

$716,000 + $554,000

$1,270,000

2018

$14,641 (−6.2%)

$651,000 + $554,000

$1,205,000

2017

$15,609 (+1.4%)

$597,000 + $633,000

$1,230,000

2016

$15,399 (−5.0%)

$597,000 + $629,000

$1,226,000

2015

$16,202 (+1.4%)

$516,000 + $740,000

$1,256,000

2014

$15,971 (+54.2%)

$443,000 + $740,000

$1,183,000

2013

$10,357 (+10.2%)

$443,000 + $334,000

$777,000

2012

$9,398 (−0.2%)

$379,000 + $325,000

$704,000

2011

$9,414 (+10.4%)

$379,000 + $332,000

$711,000

2010

$8,524 (+2.6%)

$379,000 + $322,000

$701,000

2009

$8,311

$382,000 + $317,000

$699,000

Tax history for 51 Lantern Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$29,660 (+17.9%)

$883,000 + $1,721,000

$2,604,000

2024

$25,154 (−1.8%)

$1,003,000 + $1,379,000

$2,382,000

2023

$25,616 (+5.5%)

$1,038,000 + $1,241,000

$2,279,000

2022

$24,276 (+38.0%)

$950,000 + $1,150,000

$2,100,000

2021

$17,587 (+9.7%)

$996,000 + $528,000

$1,524,000

2020

$16,027 (+8.1%)

$929,000 + $528,000

$1,457,000

2019

$14,821 (+1.2%)

$716,000 + $554,000

$1,270,000

2018

$14,641 (−6.2%)

$651,000 + $554,000

$1,205,000

2017

$15,609 (+1.4%)

$597,000 + $633,000

$1,230,000

2016

$15,399 (−5.0%)

$597,000 + $629,000

$1,226,000

2015

$16,202 (+1.4%)

$516,000 + $740,000

$1,256,000

2014

$15,971 (+54.2%)

$443,000 + $740,000

$1,183,000

2013

$10,357 (+10.2%)

$443,000 + $334,000

$777,000

2012

$9,398 (−0.2%)

$379,000 + $325,000

$704,000

2011

$9,414 (+10.4%)

$379,000 + $332,000

$711,000

2010

$8,524 (+2.6%)

$379,000 + $322,000

$701,000

2009

$8,311

$382,000 + $317,000

$699,000

*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

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.45 Acres

Year renovated

1958

Sq. Ft.

3,381

Year built

1958

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3121387S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 225
Length: 15
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Third
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 260
Length: 20
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Crown Molding

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Bedroom, Sun Room, Game Room, Play Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,289
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Levels: Multi/Split
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Greenhouse

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.45
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $29,660
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: use online maps
UnparsedAddress: 51 Lantern Rd, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Golf, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,381
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1958
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3121387S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 1.7mi

10/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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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$2.32M – $2.81M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
43 Lantern Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4467 Sq. Ft.	$2,325,305
56 Lantern Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2800 Sq. Ft.	$1,848,688

Address	Redfin Estimate
25 Lantern Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6204 Sq. Ft.	$4,170,861
35 Lantern Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1862 Sq. Ft.	$1,844,616

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Lantern Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3398 Sq. Ft.	$1,841,848
48 Lantern Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2135 Sq. Ft.	$2,001,175

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