The one you've been waiting for! Renovated Center Entrance Colonial on quiet side street featuring custom updates and incredible two story addition. Welcoming foyer opens to light filled living room with fireplace. Open floor plan kitchen/family room overlooks the picturesque pond & landscaped yard. Chef's kitchen boasts Rutt custom cabinetry, 2 new dishwashers, 2 Wolf ovens, Wolf cooktop and island. Wonderful architect designed breakfast area and family room with vaulted ceilings and access to patio for summer dining. Mudroom adjoins garage. Dining room, bedroom/office and half bath also on this level. Upstairs the luxurious primary suite features a walk in closet and spa bath with soaking tub, steam shower & towel warmer. 2 additional bedrooms with custom closets and renovated hall bath with steam shower. Walk up attic perfect for storage. Lower level with spacious media room, office with built ins, exercise room, full bath and laundry room. Close to all schools, Cambridge & Boston.
For sale
$1,950,000
74 Shaw Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
4beds
2,929sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
6,570 Square Feet Lot
$1,904,900 Zestimate®
$666/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Dining roomExercise roomArchitect designed breakfast areaLuxurious primary suiteWelcoming foyerQuiet side streetWolf cooktop and island
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Listed by:
Terry McCarthy 617-435-2001,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont 617-484-5300
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73524870
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Steam / Sauna
- Level: Second
- Area: 200.42
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 18.08
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 128.27
- Dimensions: 11.75 x 10.92
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 195.28
- Dimensions: 15.42 x 12.67
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 144.5
- Dimensions: 12.75 x 11.33
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Steam / Sauna, Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Steam / Sauna
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pocket Door
- Level: First
- Area: 141.31
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 12.75
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 117.58
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 13.83
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Window Seat
- Level: First
- Area: 31951.5
- Dimensions: 19.83 x 1611
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 234.79
- Dimensions: 19.17 x 12.25
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 131.54
- Dimensions: 10.25 x 12.83
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Dining Area, Media Room, Office, Bathroom, Exercise Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bulkhead,Radon Remediation System
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,929
- Total interior livable area: 2,929 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,140
- Finished area below ground: 789
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,570 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 357031
- Zoning: Resid
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Belmont
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $666/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,824,000
- Annual tax amount: $20,994
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,904,900
$1.81M - $2.00M
$5,872/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+2.6%$666/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524870 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2023 | Sold | $1,900,000+7%$649/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73103390 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2023 | Contingent | $1,775,000$606/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73103390 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,775,000+499.7%$606/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73103390 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/1993 | Sold | $296,000$101/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,445 +19.7% | $1,795,000 +11% |
| 2024 | $17,076 +6.1% | $1,617,000 +12.9% |
| 2023 | $16,096 +3.8% | $1,432,000 +6.8% |
| 2022 | $15,502 +4.5% | $1,341,000 +4.4% |
| 2021 | $14,829 +6.3% | $1,285,000 +1.3% |
| 2020 | $13,948 +14.9% | $1,268,000 +21.9% |
| 2019 | $12,137 +1.4% | $1,040,000 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $11,968 +0.4% | $985,000 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $11,916 +1.4% | $939,000 +0.3% |
| 2016 | $11,756 +7.3% | $936,000 +10.2% |
| 2015 | $10,952 +5.2% | $849,000 +10.1% |
| 2014 | $10,409 +1.3% | $771,000 |
| 2013 | $10,277 +1.6% | $771,000 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $10,119 +2.9% | $758,000 +2% |
| 2011 | $9,837 +4.6% | $743,000 -3.9% |
| 2010 | $9,400 +1.9% | $773,000 -0.4% |
| 2009 | $9,227 +3.1% | $776,000 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $8,948 +4.8% | $794,000 -4.1% |
| 2007 | $8,537 +4.3% | $828,000 +5.3% |
| 2006 | $8,182 +4.8% | $786,000 +7.7% |
| 2005 | $7,804 +9.6% | $730,000 +9.8% |
| 2004 | $7,122 +26.1% | $665,000 +26.9% |
| 2003 | $5,649 +6.9% | $524,000 +11% |
| 2002 | $5,282 +13.6% | $472,000 +20.4% |
| 2001 | $4,649 +1.8% | $392,000 +18.1% |
| 1999 | $4,568 | $332,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02478
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Mary Lee Burbank SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Belmont Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Belmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Burbank*
- Middle: Cue/Bms
- High: Belmont High
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