For sale

$1,285,000

6 Shaw Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

3beds

1,622sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1954

9,659 Square Feet Lot

$1,293,700 Zestimate^®

$792/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Rare second chance to own this quintessential ranch in Belmont’s highly desirable Burbank neighborhood. Previously under agreement, this home is back on the market due solely to buyer financing. Set on an 9.9k sq ft level lot, the expansive backyard offers exceptional space for outdoor dining, entertaining, gardening, or future expansion possibilities. Inside, the sun-filled main level features a spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room with built-in hutch, vintage eat-in kitchen, three bedrooms, and a full bath. The heated lower level adds valuable flexible living space with a large playroom featuring a second fireplace, half bath, laundry area, and abundant storage/utility space. Additionally: hardwood floors, newer central air, newer boiler and indirect hot water tank, partial irrigation system, and one-car attached garage. Enjoy one of Belmont’s most convenient in-town locations - easy walking access to schools, library, town center. Easy to show!!!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 180
Dimensions: 15 x 12

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 143
Dimensions: 13 x 11

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 104
Dimensions: 13 x 8

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Half
Level: Basement

Dining room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
Level: First
Area: 143
Dimensions: 13 x 11

Family room

Level: Basement
Area: 264
Dimensions: 22 x 12

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Lighting - Pendant
Level: First
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Living room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 266
Dimensions: 19 x 14

Heating

Baseboard, Oil

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Concrete
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,622
Total interior livable area: 1,622 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,352
Finished area below ground: 270

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio

Lot

Size: 9,659 Square Feet
Features: Corner Lot, Level

Details

Parcel number: M:09 P:000229 S:,357096
Zoning: SC

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1954

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access, Public School
Subdivision: Burbank/Shaw Estates

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Belmont

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $792/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,286,000
Annual tax amount: $14,801
Date on market: 5/7/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$1,293,700

$1.23M - $1.36M

$3,588/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/27/2026	Listed for sale	$1,285,000$792/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73488858 Report a problem
3/24/2026	Contingent	$1,285,000$792/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73488858 Report a problem
3/19/2026	Listed for sale	$1,285,000+83.6%$792/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73488858 Report a problem
12/30/2016	Sold	$700,000$432/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$14,545 -3.6%	$1,277,000 -10.6%
2024	$15,090 +6.6%	$1,429,000 +13.5%
2023	$14,151 +3.7%	$1,259,000 +6.7%
2022	$13,641 -4.2%	$1,180,000 -4.4%
2021	$14,240 +6.7%	$1,234,000 +1.7%
2020	$13,343 +19.5%	$1,213,000 +26.8%
2019	$11,168 +13.6%	$957,000 +18.3%
2018	$9,829 +2.2%	$809,000 +6.7%
2017	$9,619 +1.3%	$758,000 +0.3%
2016	$9,495 +10.5%	$756,000 +13.5%
2015	$8,591 +9.5%	$666,000 +14.6%
2014	$7,844 +1.3%	$581,000
2013	$7,745 +8.4%	$581,000 +8.6%
2012	$7,142 +2.2%	$535,000 +1.3%
2011	$6,991 +6.1%	$528,000 -2.6%
2010	$6,591 +0.4%	$542,000 -1.8%
2009	$6,563 +3.8%	$552,000 -1.6%
2008	$6,322 +2.5%	$561,000 -6.2%
2007	$6,165 +3.9%	$598,000 +4.9%
2006	$5,934 +5.9%	$570,000 +8.8%
2005	$5,602 +1.4%	$524,000 +1.6%
2004	$5,526 +5.9%	$516,000 +6.6%
2003	$5,218 +8.4%	$484,000 +12.6%
2002	$4,812 +14.6%	$430,000 +21.5%
2001	$4,198 -1.6%	$354,000 +14.2%
1999	$4,266	$310,000

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