SOLD SEP 30, 2026

Sold on sep 2026

$2,005,000

•

3,615

sq ft

81 Brettwood Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

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About this home

Magnificent Center Entrance Colonial with a 2 car garage beautifully set on a 11,929 sf lot offering an exceptional blend of classic charm and contemporary comfort! This welcoming home features a gracious entryway, fireplaced living room, formal dining room and vaulted ceiling sunroom with a picturesque balcony. The eat in kitchen has granite counters, abundant custom cabinetry and flows beautifully to the cathedral ceiling family room highlighted by a gas fireplace, sweeping bay window and access to the deck overlooking the back yard. The 2nd floor offers a well appointed primary suite, convenient laundry room, additional full bath and 3 more bedrooms with generous closets. The versatile, walk out lower level has great potential for a future ADU with an additional full bath, recreation room and sun splashed home gym with sliders to the yard. Desirable location on a quiet side street close to transportation, schools, Belmont Center, Cushing Square and all the best Belmont has to offer!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.27 acresLot Size

$555Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Carol Berberian • New England Classic Properties

Listed by • New England Classic Properties

Bought with Carolyn Boyle • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73551270

Redfin Estimate

$2,177,388

$172K since sold in September 2026$150K since September

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This home's estimate is 0.8% lower than the average sale price ($2.20M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$2,000,000
A
4 beds3 baths3,570 sq ft
248 Slade St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$2,481,500
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,364 sq ft
42 Hillside Ter, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$2,102,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,929 sq ft
74 Shaw Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$2,200,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,288 sq ft
207 Slade St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,500,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,380 sq ft
35 Richardson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD DEC 12, 2025
$1,890,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths2,691 sq ft
263 Common 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

102.4%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

1 days MoM

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3 MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $7,391 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 81 Brettwood Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,484 (+6.8%)

$1,077,000 + $897,000

$1,974,000

2024

$21,057 (+12.4%)

$1,342,000 + $652,000

$1,994,000

2023

$18,726 (+5.5%)

$1,024,000 + $642,000

$1,666,000

2022

$17,756 (+1.0%)

$937,000 + $599,000

$1,536,000

2021

$17,587 (+0.4%)

$1,025,000 + $499,000

$1,524,000

2020

$17,512 (+13.2%)

$1,093,000 + $499,000

$1,592,000

2019

$15,474 (+9.6%)

$853,000 + $473,000

$1,326,000

2018

$14,118 (+0.7%)

$689,000 + $473,000

$1,162,000

2017

$14,022 (+1.3%)

$632,000 + $473,000

$1,105,000

2016

$13,841 (+6.3%)

$632,000 + $470,000

$1,102,000

2015

$13,016 (+2.0%)

$540,000 + $469,000

$1,009,000

2014

$12,758 (−5.1%)

$476,000 + $469,000

$945,000

2013

$13,450 (+3.4%)

$476,000 + $533,000

$1,009,000

2012

$13,003 (+2.8%)

$399,000 + $575,000

$974,000

2011

$12,644 (+4.7%)

$399,000 + $556,000

$955,000

2010

$12,075 (+2.6%)

$399,000 + $594,000

$993,000

2009

$11,771

$407,000 + $583,000

$990,000

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.27 Acres

Year renovated

1950

Sq. Ft.

2,773

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1870016S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 294
Length: 21
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 220
Length: 20
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 28
Length: 4
Width: 7
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 64
Length: 8
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 56
Length: 8
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 322
Length: 14
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 378
Length: 18
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Deck - Exterior

Dining Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 224
Length: 14
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 8X7
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Slider, Wet Bar, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Sun Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,615
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2823
Below Grade Finished Area: 792
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,484
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Other
Cooling: Central Air

Location

School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Belmont Middle School
High School: Belmont High School

Location Information
Directions: Common Street to Brettwood Road
UnparsedAddress: 81 Brettwood Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Public School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,773
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1870016S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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

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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Historical weather

Belmont, MA • 02478

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Sun exposure

90/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 22% for direct sun exposure in Belmont. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.4 hrs

5.1 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$2.07M – $2.50M

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Home values near 81 Brettwood Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Brettwood Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1692 Sq. Ft.	$1,489,262
137 Slade Street, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$762,565

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Brettwood Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1689 Sq. Ft.	$1,801,418
140 Gilbert Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1696 Sq. Ft.	$1,435,846

Address	Redfin Estimate
135 Slade Street, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1894 Sq. Ft.	$1,019,747
96 Horace Road, Belmont, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1330 Sq. Ft.	$1,121,912

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