Off Market Nov 2019 for $1M

$1,594,807

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,566/mo

•

1,988

sq ft

59 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

This lovingly maintained and updated center-entrance Colonial is located on a tree-lined street in the heart of Belmont. The 1st floor features a grand entry-foyer, front-to-back living room with fireplace, sun room, formal dining room, eat-in, modern kitchen and half bath with washer and dryer. Master bedroom with a brand-new en suite bath, two additional bedrooms, a full bath and a bonus room are on the 2nd floor. Loaded with charm and period details, refinished hardwood floors, brand-new central air, a full basement, sprinkler system (with separate water meter) and a lovely back yard with a composite deck for entertaining and detached shed for storage. Conveniently located within short walking distance to vibrant Cushing Square's shops & eateries, 73 bus line, Chenery and Wellington,Town Field playground & Beech Street Center and many other town amenities.

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

5,506 sq ftLot Size

$802Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by David Hurley • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Bought with Martha Hoffmann • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge

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•Source:MLS PIN #72542931

Redfin Estimate

$1,594,807

$555K since sold in November 2019$36K since August

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This home's estimate is 16.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.37M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,400,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,328 sq ft
61 Washington, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,725,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,018 sq ft
46 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD NOV 25, 2025
$1,110,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,664 sq ft
50 Hammond Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$1,275,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,025 sq ft
33 Palfrey Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN MAY 29, 2026
$1,348,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,869 sq ft
290 Orchard St, Belmont, MA 02478

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$5,111/mo

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Market trends in 02478, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.3%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$31K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Southwest facing colonial near Cushing Square. The addition was added on well over a decade ago. The basement ceiling has a few low spots due to pipes running across but not that bad. Overall it is a very charming home.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Randy Grassi
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 59 Horace Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,648 (+3.7%)

$604,000 + $682,000

$1,286,000

2024

$14,129 (+1.1%)

$800,000 + $538,000

$1,338,000

2023

$13,971 (+22.4%)

$755,000 + $488,000

$1,243,000

2022

$11,410 (−2.1%)

$691,000 + $296,000

$987,000

2021

$11,655 (−5.7%)

$764,000 + $246,000

$1,010,000

2020

$12,364 (−2.5%)

$713,000 + $411,000

$1,124,000

2019

$12,685 (+11.3%)

$703,000 + $384,000

$1,087,000

2018

$11,397 (+1.3%)

$568,000 + $370,000

$938,000

2017

$11,256 (+1.4%)

$521,000 + $366,000

$887,000

2016

$11,103 (+7.5%)

$521,000 + $363,000

$884,000

2015

$10,333 (+3.2%)

$445,000 + $356,000

$801,000

2014

$10,017 (+11.5%)

$392,000 + $350,000

$742,000

2013

$8,984 (+5.0%)

$392,000 + $282,000

$674,000

2012

$8,557 (+2.7%)

$329,000 + $312,000

$641,000

2011

$8,328 (+4.9%)

$329,000 + $300,000

$629,000

2010

$7,940 (+2.4%)

$329,000 + $324,000

$653,000

2009

$7,752

$335,000 + $317,000

$652,000

Tax history for 59 Horace Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,648 (+3.7%)

$604,000 + $682,000

$1,286,000

2024

$14,129 (+1.1%)

$800,000 + $538,000

$1,338,000

2023

$13,971 (+22.4%)

$755,000 + $488,000

$1,243,000

2022

$11,410 (−2.1%)

$691,000 + $296,000

$987,000

2021

$11,655 (−5.7%)

$764,000 + $246,000

$1,010,000

2020

$12,364 (−2.5%)

$713,000 + $411,000

$1,124,000

2019

$12,685 (+11.3%)

$703,000 + $384,000

$1,087,000

2018

$11,397 (+1.3%)

$568,000 + $370,000

$938,000

2017

$11,256 (+1.4%)

$521,000 + $366,000

$887,000

2016

$11,103 (+7.5%)

$521,000 + $363,000

$884,000

2015

$10,333 (+3.2%)

$445,000 + $356,000

$801,000

2014

$10,017 (+11.5%)

$392,000 + $350,000

$742,000

2013

$8,984 (+5.0%)

$392,000 + $282,000

$674,000

2012

$8,557 (+2.7%)

$329,000 + $312,000

$641,000

2011

$8,328 (+4.9%)

$329,000 + $300,000

$629,000

2010

$7,940 (+2.4%)

$329,000 + $324,000

$653,000

2009

$7,752

$335,000 + $317,000

$652,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1940

Sq. Ft.

1,988

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2736275S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# 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 - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 275
Length: 25
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Bonus Room, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,988
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Lt beige

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,685
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Common or Brettwood to Horace
UnparsedAddress: 59 Horace Rd, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,988
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2736275S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Local insights from Redfin agents

Belmont is a low-inventory, high-demand market driven both by restrictive zoning laws & proximity to Cambridge. New housing production is scarce, with demand for properties always exceeding supply. This will keep the market difficult for buyers and...
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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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Belmont, MA • 02478

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Estimated sale price

$1.52M – $1.84M

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Home values near 59 Horace Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1938 Sq. Ft.	$1,631,377
56 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2022 Sq. Ft.	$1,597,966

Address	Redfin Estimate
46 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2018 Sq. Ft.	$1,979,803
60 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1670 Sq. Ft.	$1,419,225

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1698 Sq. Ft.	$1,572,840
66 Horace Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2018 Sq. Ft.	$1,744,314

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