SOLD SEP 24, 2026

Sold on sep 2026

$1,450,000

•

1,632

sq ft

74 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

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Welcome to this charming, sun-filled Colonial, perfectly positioned on a picturesque tree-lined street in Belmont’s highly desirable Payson Park neighborhood, where classic character, comfortable living, and an exceptional location come together. Just steps from the beautifully renovated Payson Park, this inviting home offers abundant natural light and generous living space throughout. The main level features a fireplaced living room, formal dining room with a built-in hutch, and a bright kitchen with a vaulted ceiling, gas cooking, and breakfast peninsula. A half bath and spacious family room addition with a cathedral ceiling and slider to a patio create a comfortable flow for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features an adjoining office or flexible bonus space, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Hardwood floors, central air conditioning, and select replacement windows add to the home’s appeal. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped yard complete with a sprinkler system, generous outdoor space, and a large storage shed. Conveniently located near Fresh Pond Reservoir, neighborhood shops and restaurants, the 73 bus to Harvard Square, with easy access to Cambridge and Boston.

Single-familyProperty Type

1924Year Built

6,610 sq ftLot Size

$888Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Kristin Santagati • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Listed by • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

Bought with John Silk • Engel & Volkers Boston

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•Source:MLS PIN #73566307

Redfin Estimate

$1,392,853

$57K since sold in September 2026$170K since September

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This home's estimate is 5.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.32M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,500,000
A
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SOLD SEP 25, 2026
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B
3 beds1.5 baths2,050 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,275,000
C
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
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D
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SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$1,475,000
E
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SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,260,000
F
4 beds1.5 baths1,648 sq ft
11 Poplar St, Belmont, MA 02478

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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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3 MoM

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Est. $4,060 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 74 Van Ness Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73566307

Sep 24, 2026

Sold

$1,450,000

$888/sq ft

Aug 30, 2026

Pending

—

Aug 21, 2026

Contingent

—

Aug 20, 2026

Listed

$1,399,000

$857/sq ft

MLS PIN #73356824

May 29, 2025

Sold

$1,460,000

$895/sq ft

Apr 16, 2025

Contingent

—

Apr 9, 2025

Listed

$1,435,000

$879/sq ft

+16

Warm, welcoming side entrance colonial nestled on a tree lined street in the highly desirable Payson Park neighborhood. This charming, sunlit home, with generous outdoor space is just steps from recently renovated Payson Park. The first floor features a fireplaced formal living room, dining room with built-in hutch, kitchen with vaulted ceiling and dining peninsula, half bath and a wonderful family room addition with cathedral ceiling and slider out to a patio with pavers. The second floor includes a primary bedroom with an adjacent office, two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Hardwood floors, central air, some windows have been replaced, gas range, 2015 architectural roof. Lovely, landscaped yard with a large shed and sprinkler system. Close to 73 bus to Harvard Sq/Sta, Fresh Pond Reservoir, shops and restaurants. Easy commute to Boston and Cambridge.

MLS PIN #70618322

Feb 19, 2008

Sold

$675,000

$414/sq ft

Jan 18, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Sep 25, 2007

Price Changed

$699,000

$428/sq ft

Jul 21, 2007

Listed

$719,000

$441/sq ft

Metic SE Col w/many updts incl peninsula kitchen w/maple cabinets & all high-end appli's, fireplaced LR & formal DR w/gleaming hw flrs, newly remodeled full & half baths, family rm addition w/pocket doors & cathedral ceil, office add'n off MBR w/blt-in work space, newer cedar shingle exterior, c/air, replacement wndws, lovely landscaped yard w/5 zone sprinkler system on sep water meter, brick patio & large capacity custom backyard storage shed. Situated on quiet end of Van Ness nr Payson Park

Public Records

Mar 14, 1990

Sold

$165,000

$101/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,784 (+4.9%)

$791,000 + $507,000

$1,298,000

2024

$14,098 (+0.8%)

$936,000 + $399,000

$1,335,000

2023

$13,983 (+5.6%)

$883,000 + $361,000

$1,244,000

2022

$13,236 (−11.2%)

$808,000 + $337,000

$1,145,000

2021

$14,898 (+18.3%)

$1,011,000 + $280,000

$1,291,000

2020

$12,595 (+19.0%)

$865,000 + $280,000

$1,145,000

2019

$10,585 (+2.7%)

$654,000 + $253,000

$907,000

2018

$10,303 (+4.6%)

$595,000 + $253,000

$848,000

2017

$9,847 (+1.3%)

$523,000 + $253,000

$776,000

2016

$9,721 (+7.5%)

$523,000 + $251,000

$774,000

2015

$9,043 (+4.0%)

$450,000 + $251,000

$701,000

2014

$8,694 (+1.3%)

$393,000 + $251,000

$644,000

2013

$8,585 (+8.6%)

$393,000 + $251,000

$644,000

2012

$7,903 (+2.6%)

$314,000 + $278,000

$592,000

2011

$7,706 (+5.3%)

$314,000 + $268,000

$582,000

2010

$7,320 (+2.3%)

$314,000 + $288,000

$602,000

2009

$7,158

$320,000 + $282,000

$602,000

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1924

Sq. Ft.

1,632

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1636044S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 117
Length: 13
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 264
Length: 24
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 99
Length: 11
Width: 9
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Slider

Dining Room Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 216
Length: 18
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Paper Based,Breakfast Bar / Nook

Office Room Information
Area: 64
Length: 8
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Appliances
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Home Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,632
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Green

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1632
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,573.03
Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil, Electric
Cooling: Central Air

Location

School Information
Elementary School: *wellington
Middle Or Junior School: Belmont Middle School
High School: Belmont High School

Location Information
Directions: Belmont Street to Van Ness Rd
UnparsedAddress: 74 Van Ness Road, Belmont MA 02478

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,632
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1924
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1636044S

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% 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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82/ 100

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Estimated sale price

$1.32M – $1.60M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
89 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2329 Sq. Ft.	$1,594,711
73 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2302 Sq. Ft.	$1,649,181

Address	Redfin Estimate
100 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1912 Sq. Ft.	$1,544,277
55 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1880 Sq. Ft.	$1,595,653

Address	Redfin Estimate
81 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2160 Sq. Ft.	$1,690,666
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