51 Gale Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
What's special
Available for the 1st time in 60 years, this well-maintained Burbank-area Dutch Colonial is located in one of Belmont's most desirable locations. Situated on an almost 10k level lot, the fenced rear yard is perfect for outdoor patio dining & fun. Main level features an inviting foyer, large front-to-back LR with ...
- 16 days |
- 2,264 |
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Foyer
Living Room
Family Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Outdoor 1
Outdoor 2
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 23, 2026 at 03:27pm
David Hurley 617-285-1522,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 617-489-6900
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
- Level: Second
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 25 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 20 x 11
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 25 x 12
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Office, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,188
- Total interior livable area: 2,188 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,188
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Patio
Lot
- Size: 9,395 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:20 P:000055 S:,358753
- Zoning: SC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Public School
- Subdivision: Burbank
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Belmont
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $743/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,460,000
- Annual tax amount: $16,804
- Date on market: 3/19/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/23/2026 | Contingent | $1,625,000$743/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,625,000+5408.5%$743/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73484313 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2023 | Price change | $4,750-3.1%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2023 | Price change | $4,900-2%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2023 | Listed for rent | $5,000$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/1965 | Sold | $29,500$13/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,459 +1.9% | $1,445,000 -5.5% |
| 2024 | $16,146 +6.2% | $1,529,000 +13% |
| 2023 | $15,208 +3.7% | $1,353,000 +6.6% |
| 2022 | $14,670 +2.4% | $1,269,000 +2.2% |
| 2021 | $14,333 +6.6% | $1,242,000 +1.6% |
| 2020 | $13,442 +19.9% | $1,222,000 +27.2% |
| 2019 | $11,215 +2.6% | $961,000 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $10,935 +1.5% | $900,000 +6% |
| 2017 | $10,774 +1.4% | $849,000 +0.4% |
| 2016 | $10,626 +9.5% | $846,000 +12.5% |
| 2015 | $9,701 +7.6% | $752,000 +12.6% |
| 2014 | $9,018 +1.3% | $668,000 |
| 2013 | $8,904 +4.7% | $668,000 +4.9% |
| 2012 | $8,504 +2.8% | $637,000 +1.9% |
| 2011 | $8,275 +4.9% | $625,000 -3.7% |
| 2010 | $7,892 +1.3% | $649,000 -0.9% |
| 2009 | $7,788 +3.1% | $655,000 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $7,551 +2.9% | $670,000 -5.9% |
| 2007 | $7,341 +3.9% | $712,000 +4.9% |
| 2006 | $7,068 +3.3% | $679,000 +6.1% |
| 2005 | $6,842 +0.6% | $640,000 +0.8% |
| 2004 | $6,801 +3.6% | $635,000 +4.3% |
| 2003 | $6,565 +6.7% | $609,000 +10.7% |
| 2002 | $6,155 +13.3% | $550,000 +20.1% |
| 2001 | $5,432 +2.5% | $458,000 +19% |
| 1999 | $5,298 | $385,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,562,400
$1.41M - $1.73M
$4,140/mo
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Neighborhood: 02478
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Mary Lee Burbank SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Winthrop L Chenery Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Belmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Burbank* / Cue
- Middle: Bms
- High: Bhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.