Welcome to 1 Hay Road the beautifully renovated and restored schoolhouse for the Orchard Hill School. The setting, on a private .82 acre lot, is captivating yet a short walk to Belmont Center shops, restaurants & Commuter Rail stop. You'll love the generously sized rooms boasting high ceilings, original detailing & built ins. This home lives well with the 2013 thoughtful renovation of the kitchen, dining room & mudroom. The cook's kitchen features custom cabinetry, a Wolf 6 burner gas range & hood, SubZero refrigerator, bar fridge, pantry & peninsula. Bright dining room opens to the patio & gardens for al fresco dining. Spacious living room with working wood burning fireplace, family room/library with built in bookcases, mudroom & renovated full bath complete the first floor. Upstairs there are three good sized bedrooms & full bath with walk in shower and soaking tub. Fourth bedroom on the third floor. Updated heating, electrical, plumbing. 2016 shed perfect for home office/play space.
For sale
$1,825,000
1 Hay Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
4beds
2,866sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1800
0.82 Acres Lot
$1,773,300 Zestimate®
$637/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bar fridgePatio and gardensPantry and peninsulaGenerously sized roomsCustom cabinetryHigh ceilingsSubzero refrigerator
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Terry McCarthy 617-435-2001,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont 617-484-5300,
Catherine Tahajian 617-216-6250
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73533553
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 216.4
- Dimensions: 18.42 x 11.75
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 244.39
- Dimensions: 17.67 x 13.83
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 201.96
- Dimensions: 10.92 x 18.5
Bedroom 4
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 199.31
- Dimensions: 17.08 x 11.67
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 211.44
- Dimensions: 14.67 x 14.42
Family room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 374.13
- Dimensions: 20.5 x 18.25
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula
- Level: First
- Area: 189.12
- Dimensions: 20.08 x 9.42
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
- Level: First
- Area: 377.17
- Dimensions: 20.67 x 18.25
Heating
- Forced Air, Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Second Floor
Features
- Mud Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,866
- Total interior livable area: 2,866 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,866
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage, Screens, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 0.82 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 362712
- Zoning: Resid
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Belmont
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $637/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,731,000
- Annual tax amount: $19,924
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,773,300
$1.68M - $1.86M
$5,531/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,825,000+82.5%$637/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73533553 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2015 | Sold | $1,000,000+18%$349/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2004 | Sold | $847,750+19.9%$296/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2000 | Sold | $707,000-15.8%$247/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/1999 | Sold | $840,000$293/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,739 +16.1% | $1,733,000 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $17,002 -16.8% | $1,610,000 -11.5% |
| 2023 | $20,446 +5.3% | $1,819,000 +8.3% |
| 2022 | $19,409 +8.4% | $1,679,000 +8.2% |
| 2021 | $17,910 +13.5% | $1,552,000 +8.2% |
| 2020 | $15,785 +7.7% | $1,435,000 +14.3% |
| 2019 | $14,658 +1.9% | $1,256,000 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $14,386 -12.8% | $1,184,000 -8.9% |
| 2017 | $16,497 +1.5% | $1,300,000 +0.5% |
| 2016 | $16,253 +7.6% | $1,294,000 +10.5% |
| 2015 | $15,106 +15.8% | $1,171,000 +21.2% |
| 2014 | $13,041 +1.3% | $966,000 |
| 2013 | $12,877 +5.8% | $966,000 +5.9% |
| 2012 | $12,175 +3% | $912,000 +2.1% |
| 2011 | $11,823 +14% | $893,000 +4.7% |
| 2010 | $10,372 +2.7% | $853,000 +0.5% |
| 2009 | $10,095 0% | $849,000 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $10,098 +10.4% | $896,000 +1% |
| 2007 | $9,145 +2.6% | $887,000 +3.6% |
| 2006 | $8,911 -17.3% | $856,000 -15.1% |
| 2005 | $10,776 +2.6% | $1,008,000 +2.8% |
| 2004 | $10,507 +26.6% | $981,000 +27.4% |
| 2003 | $8,301 +0.5% | $770,000 +4.3% |
| 2002 | $8,258 +11.1% | $738,000 +17.7% |
| 2001 | $7,436 +11.9% | $627,000 +29.8% |
| 1999 | $6,646 | $483,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02478
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Winthrop L Chenery Middle SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Belmont Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Belmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Winn Brook*
- Middle: Cue/Bms
- High: Belmont High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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