OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2018 for $1.5M

$2,125,698

•

2,096

sq ft

81 Oliver Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

About this home

This splendid lakefront property in the sought after Winn Brook area is a mere two miles from Harvard Square, and one mile to Belmont Center. Offering the perfect mix of city and country life. You will find gorgeous refinished hard wood floors, enjoy delicious dinners prepared in the stunning brand new chefs kitchen with energy star stainless appliances, custom maple cabinets and granite counter tops. The first floor has a special wing with one bedroom and a full bath. Perfect for an in-law suite, offices, or music room. The whole interior has been updated with fresh neutral paint colors, The second floor features three bedrooms, a new expanded bath with a sumptuous white vanity and quartz counter top, new tiles and fixtures. There are two fireplaces and extensive outdoor space that extends to the shoreline of picturesque "Little Pond". This home is convenient to the local amenities of Belmont and Arlington and offers easy access to commuter routes and public transportation.

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

8,108 sq ftLot Size

$1,014Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lynn MacDonald • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Belmont

Bought with Paul Whaley / Charlie Ring Team • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72358669

Redfin Estimate

$2,125,698

$616K since sold in August 2018$45K since July

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This home's estimate is 48.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.43M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$1,390,000
A
4 beds1.5 baths2,081 sq ft
19 Colonial Dr, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,300,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,734 sq ft
215 Cross St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,775,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,512 sq ft
69 Princeton Rd, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,120,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,863 sq ft
188 Brighton St, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAR 12, 2026
$1,560,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths2,167 sq ft
30 Stewart Ter, Belmont, MA 02478
SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$1,459,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths2,189 sq ft
59 Eliot Rd, Arlington, MA 02474

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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

New listings for sale

$879,000
2 beds1 bath1,130 sq ft
114 Payson Rd #2, Belmont, MA 02478
3D WALKTHROUGH
$879,000
2 beds1 bath1,530 sq ft
112 Payson #1, Belmont, MA 02478
$1,388,800
4 beds2 baths2,834 sq ft
24-26 Baker St, Belmont, MA 02478
HOT HOME
$929,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,845 sq ft
81 Grant Ave #81, Belmont, MA 02478
$2,499,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,859 sq ft
45 Wellesley Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
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Redfin agents who toured

Highlight of this house is great views of lake. Recent updates include new kitchen, replaced windows. 3 bedrooms are good size. Spacious walk out basement has potential for finishing as living space. Garage could be accessed from outside.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Aditi Jain
Redfin Premier agent

Sale history for 81 Oliver Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72358669

Aug 31, 2018

Sold

$1,510,000

$720/sq ft

Jul 18, 2018

Pending

—

Jul 9, 2018

Listed

$1,499,000

$715/sq ft

MLS PIN #71991838

Jun 13, 2016

Sold

$1,241,000

$592/sq ft

Apr 28, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 21, 2016

Listed

$1,150,000

$549/sq ft

+18

This splendid lakefront property in the sought after Winn Brook area is a mere two miles from Harvard Square, and one mile to Belmont Center. Offering the perfect mix of city and country life. It features four bedrooms, two baths, two fireplaces and extensive outdoor space that extends to the shoreline of picturesque of "Little Pond". This home is convenient to the local amenities of Belmont and Arlington and offers easy access to commuter routes and public transportation.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,555 (+17.2%)

$786,000 + $1,282,000

$2,068,000

2024

$20,096 (−2.9%)

$926,000 + $977,000

$1,903,000

2023

$20,693 (+3.4%)

$925,000 + $916,000

$1,841,000

2022

$20,010 (+24.6%)

$846,000 + $885,000

$1,731,000

2021

$16,064 (+3.7%)

$838,000 + $554,000

$1,392,000

2020

$15,488 (+16.8%)

$825,000 + $583,000

$1,408,000

2019

$13,257 (+1.8%)

$639,000 + $497,000

$1,136,000

2018

$13,025 (+16.9%)

$575,000 + $497,000

$1,072,000

2017

$11,142 (+1.3%)

$527,000 + $351,000

$878,000

2016

$11,003 (+13.9%)

$527,000 + $349,000

$876,000

2015

$9,662 (+2.0%)

$448,000 + $301,000

$749,000

2014

$9,477 (+1.3%)

$385,000 + $317,000

$702,000

2013

$9,358 (+4.9%)

$385,000 + $317,000

$702,000

2012

$8,918 (+2.7%)

$321,000 + $347,000

$668,000

2011

$8,685 (+5.2%)

$321,000 + $335,000

$656,000

2010

$8,257 (+2.3%)

$321,000 + $358,000

$679,000

2009

$8,073

$328,000 + $351,000

$679,000

Tax history for 81 Oliver Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,555 (+17.2%)

$786,000 + $1,282,000

$2,068,000

2024

$20,096 (−2.9%)

$926,000 + $977,000

$1,903,000

2023

$20,693 (+3.4%)

$925,000 + $916,000

$1,841,000

2022

$20,010 (+24.6%)

$846,000 + $885,000

$1,731,000

2021

$16,064 (+3.7%)

$838,000 + $554,000

$1,392,000

2020

$15,488 (+16.8%)

$825,000 + $583,000

$1,408,000

2019

$13,257 (+1.8%)

$639,000 + $497,000

$1,136,000

2018

$13,025 (+16.9%)

$575,000 + $497,000

$1,072,000

2017

$11,142 (+1.3%)

$527,000 + $351,000

$878,000

2016

$11,003 (+13.9%)

$527,000 + $349,000

$876,000

2015

$9,662 (+2.0%)

$448,000 + $301,000

$749,000

2014

$9,477 (+1.3%)

$385,000 + $317,000

$702,000

2013

$9,358 (+4.9%)

$385,000 + $317,000

$702,000

2012

$8,918 (+2.7%)

$321,000 + $347,000

$668,000

2011

$8,685 (+5.2%)

$321,000 + $335,000

$656,000

2010

$8,257 (+2.3%)

$321,000 + $358,000

$679,000

2009

$8,073

$328,000 + $351,000

$679,000

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1948

Sq. Ft.

2,674

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2424813S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - 3/4

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Living Room Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Kitchen Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,096
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Beige

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Pond

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,025
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Brighton St to Oliver Road
UnparsedAddress: 81 Oliver Road, Belmont MA 02478

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,674
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2424813S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Garden Statues And Wall Hutch In The Living Room, Washer And Dryer.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Winn Brook School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Belmont High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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

3/10 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 98° expected this year, 14 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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Historical weather

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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Estimated sale price

$2.02M – $2.44M

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Home values near 81 Oliver Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
56 Oliver Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$1,657,900
89 Oliver Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3247 Sq. Ft.	$2,446,852

Address	Redfin Estimate
105 Oliver Road, Belmont, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2246 Sq. Ft.	$1,592,942
75 Oliver Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2462 Sq. Ft.	$2,747,591

Address	Redfin Estimate
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71 Oliver Road, Belmont, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2701 Sq. Ft.	$1,856,671

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