BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUL 22, 2024

Off market jul 2024 for $1.1M

$1,337,352

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,822/mo

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2,236

sq ft

54-56 Unity Ave, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

*ALL OFFERS WILL BE REVIEWED BY SELLER STARTING TUESDAY, JUNE 4TH* Location & Value: 2 family located in desirable Belmont Corners neighborhood. Each unit features front enclosed porches, hardwood floors, original woodwork, fireplaces and spacious rooms. The second floor unit features a bonus room which also leads to the spacious attic with the potential for additional finished space. The basement offers generous storage with a divider for each unit to have their own space. The exterior includes a brand new roof, driveway for up to 6 vehicles, a two car detached garage and backyard. This is a commuters dream as it's on the Belmont/Cambridge/Watertown line and short distance to the #73 bus to Harvard SQ. Steps from parks, shops, top-rated schools and restaurants. Don't miss this opportunity to build equity in BELMONT!

Multi-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

4,540 sq ftLot Size

$598Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Buyer's agent

Herby Charmant Redfin Corp.

Listed by Jeffrey Carter • Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73242749

Redfin Estimate

$1,337,352

$157K since sold in July 2024$11K since September

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This home's estimate is 24.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.77M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 20, 2026
$1,150,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,368 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,400,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths1,950 sq ft
81 Winsor Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$1,199,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths2,050 sq ft
4 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$2,700,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,424 sq ft
61 Larchwood Dr, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$1,630,000
E
5 beds2 baths3,137 sq ft
76-78 Lewis Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$2,525,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,012 sq ft
92 Chilton, Cambridge, MA 02138

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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

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

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 54-56 Unity Ave

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73242749

Jul 22, 2024

Sold

$1,180,000

$528/sq ft

Jun 7, 2024

Contingent

—

May 27, 2024

Listed

$1,150,000

$514/sq ft

MLS PIN #70191498

Jul 5, 2005

Sold

$639,000

$286/sq ft

Jun 8, 2005

Listing Removed

—

May 13, 2005

Listed

$639,000

$286/sq ft

Harvard Lawn two family with beautiful gumwood living rooms with fireplace, formal triple window dining rooms with built in china cabinets, full walk up attic, southern yellow pine pantry, open rear porches, enclosed front porches and detached two car garage with auto door opener and sunny level fully enclosed back yard. Updates include new electric rewiring, exterior siding, brick walkways, one new heating system.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,556 (+3.5%)

$720,000 + $558,000

$1,278,000

2024

$14,066 (+0.5%)

$987,000 + $345,000

$1,332,000

2023

$13,994 (+5.7%)

$931,000 + $314,000

$1,245,000

2022

$13,236

$852,000 + $293,000

$1,145,000

2021

$13,248 (+17.7%)

$844,000 + $304,000

$1,148,000

2020

$11,253 (+9.1%)

$680,000 + $343,000

$1,023,000

2019

$10,316 (+5.2%)

$521,000 + $363,000

$884,000

2018

$9,805 (+18.0%)

$451,000 + $356,000

$807,000

2017

$8,312 (+1.5%)

$372,000 + $283,000

$655,000

2016

$8,189 (+14.6%)

$372,000 + $280,000

$652,000

2015

$7,147 (+2.2%)

$332,000 + $222,000

$554,000

2014

$6,993 (+1.3%)

$285,000 + $233,000

$518,000

2013

$6,905 (+0.8%)

$285,000 + $233,000

$518,000

2012

$6,849 (+2.8%)

$239,000 + $274,000

$513,000

2011

$6,660 (+4.7%)

$239,000 + $264,000

$503,000

2010

$6,360 (+2.7%)

$239,000 + $284,000

$523,000

2009

$6,195

$243,000 + $278,000

$521,000

Tax history for 54-56 Unity Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,556 (+3.5%)

$720,000 + $558,000

$1,278,000

2024

$14,066 (+0.5%)

$987,000 + $345,000

$1,332,000

2023

$13,994 (+5.7%)

$931,000 + $314,000

$1,245,000

2022

$13,236

$852,000 + $293,000

$1,145,000

2021

$13,248 (+17.7%)

$844,000 + $304,000

$1,148,000

2020

$11,253 (+9.1%)

$680,000 + $343,000

$1,023,000

2019

$10,316 (+5.2%)

$521,000 + $363,000

$884,000

2018

$9,805 (+18.0%)

$451,000 + $356,000

$807,000

2017

$8,312 (+1.5%)

$372,000 + $283,000

$655,000

2016

$8,189 (+14.6%)

$372,000 + $280,000

$652,000

2015

$7,147 (+2.2%)

$332,000 + $222,000

$554,000

2014

$6,993 (+1.3%)

$285,000 + $233,000

$518,000

2013

$6,905 (+0.8%)

$285,000 + $233,000

$518,000

2012

$6,849 (+2.8%)

$239,000 + $274,000

$513,000

2011

$6,660 (+4.7%)

$239,000 + $264,000

$503,000

2010

$6,360 (+2.7%)

$239,000 + $284,000

$523,000

2009

$6,195

$243,000 + $278,000

$521,000

*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

4,356 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1920

Sq. Ft.

2,236

Year built

1920

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Middlesex County

APN

2351572S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Assigned

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Interior Features: Pantry, Storage, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den

Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y

Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,236
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed

Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,994
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Heating Units: 2
Cooling Units: 0

Location

Location Information
Directions: Grove St to Unity Ave
UnparsedAddress: 54-56 Unity Ave, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,236
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2351572S

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi

7/10

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

6/10 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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$1.27M – $1.54M

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Home values near 54-56 Unity Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
50 Unity Avenue, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1118 Sq. Ft.	$751,920
46 Unity Avenue Unit 46, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1056 Sq. Ft.	$637,666

Address	Redfin Estimate
58 Unity Avenue, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1960 Sq. Ft.	$1,189,975
48 Unity Avenue, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 936 Sq. Ft.	$666,440

Address	Redfin Estimate
6264 Unity Avenue, Belmont, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2688 Sq. Ft.	—
52 Unity Avenue Unit 1, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1118 Sq. Ft.	$740,193

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