Nestled on a prominent corner lot in Belmont’s highly sought-after area, this charming Cape-style home blends classic bungalow character with exceptional potential on a nearly 9,000 sq ft lot. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 2,025 sq ft of living space, the home features a traditional layout, fireplace, full basement, and a bright, airy kitchen addition with cathedral ceiling. A 2022 mini-split heating and cooling upgrade enhanced year-round comfort while helping reduce utility costs. Thoughtfully adapted for comfortable everyday living, the home also offers practical accessibility features including ramp access and easy first-floor circulation. Conveniently located near top-rated Belmont schools, parks, shopping, and with easy access to Cambridge and Boston. A rare opportunity to renovate, expand, invest, or enjoy a lovingly maintained home in one of Belmont’s most desirable communities.
Pending
$1,250,000
33 Palfrey Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
3beds
2,025sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
8,968 Square Feet Lot
$1,341,100 Zestimate®
$617/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cathedral ceilingFull basementProminent corner lotEasy first-floor circulationTraditional layout
- 23 days |
- 1,978 |
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Listed by:
Akiko Ghosh 617-512-5401,
Oyama Investments, Ltd. 617-221-8881
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73515282
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 131.3
- Dimensions: 13 x 10.1
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 137.8
- Dimensions: 13 x 10.6
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 236.52
- Dimensions: 21.9 x 10.8
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 31.11
- Dimensions: 5.1 x 6.1
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Basement
- Area: 50.05
- Dimensions: 7.7 x 6.5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 176.65
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 15.9
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Basement
- Area: 384.03
- Dimensions: 25.1 x 15.3
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 113.83
- Dimensions: 9.4 x 12.11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 160.93
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 13.3
Heating
- Electric, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Play Room, Study
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump,Radon Remediation System
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,025
- Total interior livable area: 2,025 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,175
- Finished area below ground: 850
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,968 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: M:12 P:000022 S:,357289
- Zoning: SC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape,Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Belmont
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $617/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,308,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,898
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
Estimated market value
$1,341,100
$1.27M - $1.41M
$5,293/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$617/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73515282 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Contingent | $1,250,000$617/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73515282 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+171.7%$617/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73515282 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2001 | Sold | $460,000+127.4%$227/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/1992 | Sold | $202,300$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,898 +13.4% | $1,308,000 +5.1% |
| 2024 | $13,137 -3.8% | $1,244,000 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $13,657 +6.1% | $1,215,000 +9.2% |
| 2022 | $12,866 -12% | $1,113,000 -12.2% |
| 2021 | $14,621 +20.5% | $1,267,000 +14.9% |
| 2020 | $12,133 +2.8% | $1,103,000 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $11,798 +13% | $1,011,000 +17.7% |
| 2018 | $10,437 +2% | $859,000 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $10,228 +1.2% | $806,000 +0.1% |
| 2016 | $10,111 +6.6% | $805,000 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $9,482 +4% | $735,000 +8.9% |
| 2014 | $9,113 +1.3% | $675,000 |
| 2013 | $8,998 +9.2% | $675,000 +9.4% |
| 2012 | $8,237 +4% | $617,000 +3.2% |
| 2011 | $7,918 +6.4% | $598,000 -2.3% |
| 2010 | $7,442 +1.6% | $612,000 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $7,324 +4.2% | $616,000 -1.3% |
| 2008 | $7,032 +2.6% | $624,000 -6.2% |
| 2007 | $6,856 +8% | $665,000 +9% |
| 2006 | $6,350 +5.1% | $610,000 +8% |
| 2005 | $6,040 +6.8% | $565,000 +7% |
| 2004 | $5,655 +10.2% | $528,000 +10.9% |
| 2003 | $5,131 +10.7% | $476,000 +15% |
| 2002 | $4,633 +36.1% | $414,000 +44.3% |
| 2001 | $3,404 +3.1% | $287,000 +19.6% |
| 1999 | $3,302 | $240,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02478
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Winthrop L Chenery Middle SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Belmont Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Belmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Belmont High
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Belmont
- 02478
- 33 Palfrey Rd
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