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490 Pleasant St, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478 • Belmont Historic District* (see remarks)
$1,695,000
Est. $10,363/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,521
Sq Ft
$672
Price/Sq Ft
0.32
Acres
1835
Year Built
17 hours 22 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Apr 8, 2026 • MLS# 73497958 Copied!

About this home

Welcome to the Joseph Yates House, c.1846. This gracious Federal colonial boasts good bones and timeless charm, featuring high ceilings, elegant moldings (some with gold leaf), and skinny and wide pine floors. Floor-to-ceiling front windows fill the space with natural light, and leaded glass around the front door adds a unique touch. A Jack and Jill staircase, covered porch, and deck above the garage enhance the home’s character. Fireplaces in the living room, dining room, and bedroom add warmth and charm. Additional amenities include first-floor laundry, central air, and a two-car garage with storage below. First showings at Open House on Friday 12-1:30 See you there!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1835
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,521 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Open House Schedule

11
Apr
Saturday, April 11
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
12
Apr
Sunday, April 12
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
10
Apr
Friday, April 10
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1835
Living Area 2,521 sq ft
Lot Size 0.32 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Dirt Floor
Laundry Flooring - Vinyl, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Antique, Federal
Roof Shingle, Slate

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Knob & Tube Wiring
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $19,107
Assessed Value $1,660,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Dirt Floor
Laundry: Flooring - Vinyl, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Antique, Federal
Year Built: 1835
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Location

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Neighborhood

Belmont Historic District* (see remarks)

490 Pleasant St, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

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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
E

Elementary Schools

7 schools
Belmont Day School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
1.1 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
CNS/Pathways Academy
1.1 mi
Grades 01-12
A+
Winn Brook School
0.4 mi | #50 of 824 | Score: 62.3
Improved 29 spots from last year
+4.1 above state avg
304 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
A-
Roger E Wellington School
0.6 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
A+
Mary Lee Burbank School
0.9 mi | #12 of 824 | Score: 65.9
Improved 36 spots from last year
+7.7 above state avg
238 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
A+
Daniel Butler School
1.3 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
Belmont Middle School
0.5 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
Le Sallay Studies
0.5 mi
Grades 06-12
Belmont Hill School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
Arlington School
1.1 mi
Grades 08-12
A+
Belmont High School
0.6 mi | #10 of 346 | Score: 75.5
Same rank as last year
+17.3 above state avg
1,454 students Diverse
21 sports • 2,714 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$1,695,000
Original listing
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 8, 2026 New Listing Added $1,695,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
17 hours 22 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$672

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $19,107 $1,660,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$19,107
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,660,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Nancy Grignon
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB902035
Office MLS ID AN5429
Listing Data Updated Apr 8, 2026 11:07 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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