OFF MARKET

Off Market Mar 2017 for $539K

$795,577

•

1,354

sq ft

42 Margo Rd, Brighton, MA 02135

About this home

Contractors take note! Sought after Brighton/Newton line location overlooking Newton Commonwealth Golf Club. Features 3 bedrooms, living room, dining area, open kitchen. Partially finished lower level includes large family room and bonus room. This home has huge potential and affords easy access to the Mass Pike, Newton, public transportation, Boston College and Boston Landing which is home to New Balance’s world headquarters, the Bruins and Celtics new practice facilities, planned retail outlets, a commuter rail station, and much more! Easy walk to Oak Sq. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity.

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

5,896 sq ftLot Size

$588Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Michael Mahoney • RTN Realty Advisors LLC.

Bought with Michael Mahoney • RTN Realty Advisors LLC.

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•Source:MLS PIN #72109816

Redfin Estimate

$795,577

$256K since sold in March 2017$18K since July

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This home's estimate is 13.3% lower than the average sale price ($918K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$950,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,659 sq ft
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SOLD APR 9, 2026
$765,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,100 sq ft
19 S Crescent Circuit, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$670,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,400 sq ft
79 Goodenough St, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD FEB 18, 2026
$1,070,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,968 sq ft
77 Undine Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$750,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,296 sq ft
45 N Crescent Cir, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD MAY 13, 2026
$1,300,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,877 sq ft
106 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458

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Market trends in 02135, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.4%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$568K

$85K MoM

Avg. days on market

30d

1 days MoM

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14 MoM

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$1,180,000
3 beds2 baths1,208 sq ft
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1 bed1 bath767 sq ft
121 Tremont St Unit C6, Brighton, MA 02135
$387,000
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$1,249,000
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Sale history for 42 Margo Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,243 (+8.6%)

$257,500 + $416,900

$674,400

2022

$6,671 (+2.9%)

$234,100 + $379,000

$613,100

2021

$6,483 (+6.6%)

$234,100 + $373,500

$607,600

2020

$6,079 (+4.3%)

$207,900 + $367,800

$575,700

2019

$5,831 (+3.3%)

$171,300 + $381,900

$553,200

2018

$5,642 (−1.1%)

$171,300 + $367,100

$538,400

2017

$5,702 (+5.9%)

$171,300 + $367,100

$538,400

2016

$5,383 (+11.0%)

$171,300 + $318,100

$489,400

2015

$4,850 (+2.1%)

$168,700 + $231,800

$400,500

2014

$4,751 (+1.5%)

$168,700 + $209,000

$377,700

2013

$4,682 (+9.4%)

$168,700 + $187,600

$356,300

2012

$4,280 (+2.0%)

$153,300 + $174,900

$328,200

2009

$4,198 (+12.4%)

$153,300 + $174,900

$328,200

2006

$3,734

$166,600 + $184,700

$351,300

Tax history for 42 Margo Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,243 (+8.6%)

$257,500 + $416,900

$674,400

2022

$6,671 (+2.9%)

$234,100 + $379,000

$613,100

2021

$6,483 (+6.6%)

$234,100 + $373,500

$607,600

2020

$6,079 (+4.3%)

$207,900 + $367,800

$575,700

2019

$5,831 (+3.3%)

$171,300 + $381,900

$553,200

2018

$5,642 (−1.1%)

$171,300 + $367,100

$538,400

2017

$5,702 (+5.9%)

$171,300 + $367,100

$538,400

2016

$5,383 (+11.0%)

$171,300 + $318,100

$489,400

2015

$4,850 (+2.1%)

$168,700 + $231,800

$400,500

2014

$4,751 (+1.5%)

$168,700 + $209,000

$377,700

2013

$4,682 (+9.4%)

$168,700 + $187,600

$356,300

2012

$4,280 (+2.0%)

$153,300 + $174,900

$328,200

2009

$4,198 (+12.4%)

$153,300 + $174,900

$328,200

2006

$3,734

$166,600 + $184,700

$351,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,098 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,354

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1221396

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

ALLSTON/BRIGHTON NEIGHBORHOOD-1F-5000

Allston-Brighton Neighborhood-One-Family Residential Subdistrict

One-Family Residential Subdistricts, as indicated by the designation 1F on said Maps. The One-Family Residential Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain and promote low density one-family neighborhoods, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to occur as-of-right. In a 1F Residential Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building shall be 1.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 108
Length: 9
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 99
Length: 9
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Living Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture

Family Room Information
Area: 350
Length: 25
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 162
Length: 9
Width: 18
Level: First

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Game Room, Bonus Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,354
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,383
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Lake St to Kenrick St to Brayton Rd to Margo Rd
UnparsedAddress: 42 Margo Rd, Boston MA 02135

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,354
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1221396

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Edison K-8

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi

4/10

Mary Lyon K-8 School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

3/10

Lyon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Brighton, MA • 02135

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In this area, properties receive around 9 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

$756,000 – $915,000

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Home values near 42 Margo Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Margo Road, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 994 Sq. Ft.	$782,674
39 Margo Road, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1354 Sq. Ft.	$823,950

Address	Redfin Estimate
31 Margo Road, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1274 Sq. Ft.	$769,160
43 Margo Road, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 9999 Sq. Ft.	$1,434,387

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 Margo Road, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1698 Sq. Ft.	$992,652
47 Margo Road, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1428 Sq. Ft.	$905,212

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