Dimensions10 x 11
LevelSecond
17 Harriet Ave, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
$825,000
Est. $5,339/month
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About this home
A rare opportunity to buy in one of eastern Massachusetts's most desirable communities at this price point. This expanded cape has good bones and is ready for your customization. Open floor plan on the main living level, three good-sized bedrooms, and a walk-up attic for storage. Outside: a rear deck, front porch, yard, and detached one-car garage. Located between Cushing Square and Waverley Square, minutes from Belmont Center's shops and restaurants. Commuter rail reaches North Station in about 16 minutes, with Route 2 and I-95/128 nearby and bus service to the Red Line at Alewife and Harvard Square. Belmont's public schools rank in the state's top 6, including a new middle/high school and top-rated elementary schools. Also nearby: the newly opened Belmont Public Library, the historic Underwood Pool, Rock Meadow and Beaver Brook conservation land, and several houses of worship. Instant equity for the intrepid buyer with vision!
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Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Aug 2, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 31, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2026
$825,000
Original listing
Agent: O'Connor & Highland
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/31/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 07/15/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $825,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,613 | $1,009,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,613
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,009,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1917
Living Area
1,728 sq ft
Lot Size
0.10 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
Sun Room
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Cape
Roof
None
Features
Porch, Deck
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck
Parking
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$11,613
Assessed Value
$1,009,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
This Is An Estate Sale And Requires A License To Sell From The Probate Court.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Yellow
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
26 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1917
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,728 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,728 sq ft above grade
Dimensions14 x 13
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 14
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 13
LevelFirst
Dimensions10 x 9
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 27
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Exterior, Porch, Deck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Sun Room
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1917
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Nearby Schools
School District
Belmont School District local
A+
School Safety
2024-25
0.6%
Low
0.6%
Suspensions
0.8%
In-School
4.9% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
A+
Daniel Butler School
0.4 mi
|
#76 of 824
|
Score: 60.7
Improved 2 spots from last year
+2.5 above state avg
261 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-03
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#159 of 824
|
Score: 56.7
Dropped 9 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
1,023 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 04-06
A-
Roger E Wellington School
0.9 mi
|
#250 of 824
|
Score: 52.4
Dropped 232 spots from last year
-5.8 below state avg
426 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-03
Middle Schools
2 schools
A-
Watertown Middle School
0.8 mi
|
#108 of 352
|
Score: 48.6
Improved 11 spots from last year
-9.6 below state avg
583 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Belmont Middle School
1.2 mi
|
#15 of 352
|
Score: 62.5
Dropped 13 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
742 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
High Schools
3 schools
Walker Beacon School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
Arlington School
0.9 mi
Grades 08-12
B+
Watertown High School
1.0 mi
|
#112 of 346
|
Score: 59.3
Improved 118 spots from last year
+1.1 above state avg
761 students
Diverse
18 sports
• 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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17 Harriet Ave, Belmont MA 02478
Belmont, MA 02478
Listing Information
Listing Agent
O'Connor & Highland
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
TM300863
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
Aug 11, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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