Distinguished multi-family residence on the edge of two desirable neighborhoods ~ Harvard Lawn and Payson Park. Comfortable, corner lot with professional landscaping, this property offers a unique opportunity for cosmopolitan living in a peaceful setting. Its three-story configuration provides distinct living areas, catering to a variety of lifestyle needs. Further enhancing the property's utility is a parking area for four cars. The tasteful 2018 renovations offers an unexpected surprise to those who have shopped for area multi-families. Fireplaces, sunrooms, and bay windows are just a few of the beautiful historic elements of this 1923 home. This property represents a compelling prospect for those seeking a well-located and versatile living arrangement in Belmont.
Cushing Square, located between Belmont Center and Waverley Square, is a residential and commercial Belmont neighborhood with a walkable village core and a commuter-rail edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Cushing Square junction at Common Street and Trapelo Road, where small storefronts, corner cafés, and everyday services line the sidewalks. Community pillars include the historic Cushing Square branch of the Belmont Public Library, the long-running Savinos Grill, and the Belmont Gallery of Art at the library. Side streets feature early-20th-century Colonials and multifamily homes with porches and compact yards. Pocket greens and school grounds break up the blocks, while Trapelo Road keeps the pace urban. The setting balances local errands with a straight shot to Cambridge and downtown Boston via nearby rail.
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Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floor plan
Ceiling fans
Pantry
High‑speed internet
Walk-up attic
Storage
Studio area
Living room
Dining room
Kitchen
Laundry room
Mudroom
Sunroom
Skylights
Insulated windows
Total of 12 rooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Cooktop
Range
ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerator
ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher
Laundry & utility
ENERGY STAR qualified washer
ENERGY STAR qualified dryer
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Steam heat
Natural gas heating
Heat pump cooling
Unit control cooling
Has heating
Has cooling
Exterior features
Corner lot
Enclosed porch
Patio
Garden
Public road frontage
Home design
Multi‑family property
3 stories
3 levels total
Parking
4 off‑street parking spaces
Construction
Frame construction
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built in public records (year built: actual)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Gas available for range
HOA & community
Community amenities include public transportation, shopping, tennis courts, parks, golf, bike path, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools
Not a senior community
Other
Building area approximately 3,137
Lot about 0.12 acres
Green energy features include thermostat and other items
Electricity and solar
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Recently expanded bright corner-lot two family in Payson Park. Units share the charm of gumwood ceilings, fireplaces, and built in bookcases. The 1st unit was expanded in 2018 to create an "open concept" kitchen, dining room, and family sitting area. Motawi arts and crafts scenic design tiles are above the Jenn Air induction range. There is a pastry table attached to the expansive island with a prep sink near the sitting area. There are extra large windows facing the garden with river birches and native plantings. The addition added a pantry and walk in closet. There is new gas heating, central AC, and a gas fireplace.The 2nd unit has the living room, dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and an office on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor has a bedroom with a sitting or study space. The unit has Mitsubishi heating and cooling units. This unit has the potential for expansion over the addition or into the attic. There is a private patio and a garden sitting area.
MLS PIN #71995038
Jun 3, 2016
Sold
$1,050,000
$335/sq ft
May 3, 2016
Pending
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Apr 27, 2016
Listed
$925,000
$295/sq ft
+4
Pristine two-family home in Payson Park. This bright, exquisitely maintained home was built in 1923 and retains much of its character today, including gumwood paneled living room ceilings, wood burning fireplaces, built-in book cases in the living room, french doors to the heated sunrooms, built-in china cabinets in both dining rooms and the first floor pantry. Recent updates include the renovation of the first floor bathroom and kitchen, replacement windows on the first and second floors, electrical panels, refinished wood floors and exterior paint. The upstairs unit has an additional bedroom on the third floor with seasonal views of Boston and attic storage which may be an opportunity to incorporate into finished living space. This lovely home is situated on a landscaped lot with manicured lawn, mature rose garden and plantings, patio area and two car garage. Public transportation to Harvard Square and Waverley Commuter Rail is just one block away.
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
M:03 P:000059 S:,356053
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Last updated by owner on Jul 25, 2025.
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