Bright Sun-filled 6 Room/2 Bedroom Condominium - Payson Park Neighborhood. First Floor, 1298 SF Condo located minutes from Cushing Square. Move-in ready, freshly painted. Kitchen has updated cabinetry with stainless steel appliances including 6 burner gas range; butler’s pantry includes stackable washer/dryer unit; Living room has brick fireplace with wood burning insert; Dining room has detailed wainscoting and 2 glass panel accent doors; updated Bath has walk-in shower w/bench; Sunroom/Office has abundant windows and a brick accent wall; unheated bonus room off back porch. 4 ductless mini-spilt system A/C units with heat option, Gas-fired steam heat - 1 zone via NEST thermostat. New Roof installed December 2023. 1 car garage parking & additional driveway space.
FRESH PAINT AND READY TO SHOW! Floor plan attached PAYSON PARK: INCREDIBLE improvements made over the past 10 years.This includes a custom kitchen that maximizes space, organization/storage. Enjoy an Italian 6 burner stove w/vent, stainless appliances, butler pantry pass through to the open & spacious dining room and living room for great entertaining/flow. The living rm features brick fireplace with wood burning fireplace insert for the best of both worlds. 4 Mini AC/Heat split functionality, NEST thermostat, high quality h20tank & gas heating system; efficiency. This Beautiful 1st floor condo with 2 bedrooms plus office & bonus 2 season bonus room off the back porch has possibilities! BIG CLOSETS Open living room/dining room floor plan with spacious office, period details blended with NUMEROUS updates makes this home ideal for today’s lifestyle. Enjoy the common yard/patio, driveway with ample parking/garage & an exceptional location:5 min walk to Cushing Sq,bus. ASK FOR MATTERPORT
Public Records
Jul 14, 2008
Sold
$334,000
$257/sq ft
MLS PIN #70780735
Jul 14, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jul 14, 2008
Sold
$334,000
$257/sq ft
Jun 26, 2008
Contingent
—
Jun 20, 2008
Listed
$349,000
$269/sq ft
Desirable Payson Park 1st floor sunny and bright condo, fireplace living room with window seat, updated eat in kithen, nice bedrooms, generous closet space, updated tile bath. Bonus rear enclosed porch, exceptional basement storage space. New siding and replacement windows. Private patio with fireplace, perfect for entertaining and garage parking.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,408 (+10.7%)
$826,000
2024
$8,501 (−0.2%)
$805,000
2023
$8,520 (+19.1%)
$758,000
2022
$7,156 (+15.9%)
$619,000
2021
$6,174 (+6.7%)
$535,000
2020
$5,786 (+15.3%)
$526,000
2019
$5,018 (+2.7%)
$430,000
2018
$4,884 (+1.3%)
$402,000
2017
$4,822 (+2.1%)
$380,000
2016
$4,723 (+6.7%)
$376,000
2015
$4,425 (+0.2%)
$343,000
2014
$4,415 (+4.2%)
$327,000
2013
$4,239 (+3.8%)
$318,000
2012
$4,085 (+0.2%)
$306,000
2011
$4,078 (+6.5%)
$308,000
2010
$3,830 (−15.2%)
$315,000
2009
$4,518
$380,000
Tax history for 54 Chester Rd #1
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,408 (+10.7%)
$826,000
2024
$8,501 (−0.2%)
$805,000
2023
$8,520 (+19.1%)
$758,000
2022
$7,156 (+15.9%)
$619,000
2021
$6,174 (+6.7%)
$535,000
2020
$5,786 (+15.3%)
$526,000
2019
$5,018 (+2.7%)
$430,000
2018
$4,884 (+1.3%)
$402,000
2017
$4,822 (+2.1%)
$380,000
2016
$4,723 (+6.7%)
$376,000
2015
$4,425 (+0.2%)
$343,000
2014
$4,415 (+4.2%)
$327,000
2013
$4,239 (+3.8%)
$318,000
2012
$4,085 (+0.2%)
$306,000
2011
$4,078 (+6.5%)
$308,000
2010
$3,830 (−15.2%)
$315,000
2009
$4,518
$380,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
1,298
Year built
1918
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Middlesex County
APN
2699820S
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Y
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate
Interior Features: Sun Room, Bonus Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,298
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 2002
Year Built Details: Actual
Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,449
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Electric, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: GPS - off Common Street
UnparsedAddress: 54 Chester Road # 1, Belmont MA 02478
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,298
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2699820S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Belmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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