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Off Market Aug 2013 for $863K

$1,669,708

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,203/mo

•

1,873

sq ft

72 Watson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

Open House: 06/30 11a-4pm. Beautiful 9RM Colonial in picturesque neighborhood w excel. (Burbank/Chenery) schools. Liv RM w/ FP, DR, eat-in Kitch, remodeled home offc, & sky-lit fam RM. Master BR w walk-in closet, nursery/comp RM, walk-up attic. LL finished play/work RM w FP, & laund/storage. 1-car garage with 3-car driveway parkg. Gas furnace (2013) and newer (2010) roof. Easy walk to Belmt Ctr, pool, library, rail, T (Alewife), and bus stops, public parks, and walk/bike paths.

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

5,760 sq ftLot Size

$891Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jason Saphire • The Entry Only Listing Service

Bought with James Trano • Century 21 Adams KC

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•Source:MLS PIN #71548474

Redfin Estimate

$1,669,708

$806K since sold in August 2013$8,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 19.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.39M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,120,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,863 sq ft
188 Brighton St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$1,380,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,945 sq ft
5 Putnam Rd, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,449,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,920 sq ft
22 Ivy Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,575,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,756 sq ft
136 Alexander Ave, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,450,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,577 sq ft
27 Little Pond Rd, 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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Sale history for 72 Watson Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71548474

Aug 14, 2013

Sold

$863,500

$461/sq ft

Jul 11, 2013

Contingent

—

Jun 28, 2013

Listed

$785,000

$419/sq ft

MLS PIN #70514450

Jul 16, 2007

Sold

$732,500

$391/sq ft

Jun 19, 2007

Listing Removed

—

May 14, 2007

Price Changed

$742,000

$396/sq ft

Jan 22, 2007

Listed

$755,000

$403/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,049 (+3.6%)

$764,000 + $645,000

$1,409,000

2024

$15,492 (+6.2%)

$952,000 + $515,000

$1,467,000

2023

$14,590 (+4.0%)

$831,000 + $467,000

$1,298,000

2022

$14,034 (+3.7%)

$781,000 + $433,000

$1,214,000

2021

$13,536 (+6.4%)

$814,000 + $359,000

$1,173,000

2020

$12,716 (+16.9%)

$797,000 + $359,000

$1,156,000

2019

$10,876 (+1.8%)

$592,000 + $340,000

$932,000

2018

$10,680 (+2.8%)

$539,000 + $340,000

$879,000

2017

$10,393 (−8.0%)

$494,000 + $325,000

$819,000

2016

$11,291 (+8.6%)

$494,000 + $405,000

$899,000

2015

$10,397 (+17.0%)

$411,000 + $395,000

$806,000

2014

$8,883 (+1.3%)

$336,000 + $322,000

$658,000

2013

$8,771 (+3.6%)

$336,000 + $322,000

$658,000

2012

$8,464 (+2.8%)

$281,000 + $353,000

$634,000

2011

$8,235 (+5.0%)

$281,000 + $341,000

$622,000

2010

$7,843 (+1.6%)

$281,000 + $364,000

$645,000

2009

$7,717

$292,000 + $357,000

$649,000

Tax history for 72 Watson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,049 (+3.6%)

$764,000 + $645,000

$1,409,000

2024

$15,492 (+6.2%)

$952,000 + $515,000

$1,467,000

2023

$14,590 (+4.0%)

$831,000 + $467,000

$1,298,000

2022

$14,034 (+3.7%)

$781,000 + $433,000

$1,214,000

2021

$13,536 (+6.4%)

$814,000 + $359,000

$1,173,000

2020

$12,716 (+16.9%)

$797,000 + $359,000

$1,156,000

2019

$10,876 (+1.8%)

$592,000 + $340,000

$932,000

2018

$10,680 (+2.8%)

$539,000 + $340,000

$879,000

2017

$10,393 (−8.0%)

$494,000 + $325,000

$819,000

2016

$11,291 (+8.6%)

$494,000 + $405,000

$899,000

2015

$10,397 (+17.0%)

$411,000 + $395,000

$806,000

2014

$8,883 (+1.3%)

$336,000 + $322,000

$658,000

2013

$8,771 (+3.6%)

$336,000 + $322,000

$658,000

2012

$8,464 (+2.8%)

$281,000 + $353,000

$634,000

2011

$8,235 (+5.0%)

$281,000 + $341,000

$622,000

2010

$7,843 (+1.6%)

$281,000 + $364,000

$645,000

2009

$7,717

$292,000 + $357,000

$649,000

*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

1937

Sq. Ft.

1,873

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2610582S

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: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First

Living Room Information
Level: First

Family Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Level: First

Office Room Information
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood
Interior Features: Nursery, Office, Play Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,873
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

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: $8,771
Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: 72 Watson Rd, Belmont, MA
UnparsedAddress: 72 Watson Rd, Belmont MA 02478

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,873
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1937
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2610582S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

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Mary Lee Burbank School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.1mi

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Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being 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

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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Belmont, MA • 02478

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$1.59M – $1.92M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Watson Rd, Belmont, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2812 Sq. Ft.	$1,883,315
60 Watson Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2591 Sq. Ft.	$2,027,405

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