70 Birch Hill Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478
$1,540,000
Est. $9,545/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
4,639
Sq Ft
$332
Price/Sq Ft
0.42
Acres
1966
Year Built
33
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 4, 2024 • MLS# 73284932 Copied!

About this home

With a rich history dating back to 1966, this is a one-of-a-kind Belmont Hill property. Spanning 4639 sq/ft across 4 BD/3 BA this home offers generous living spaces, wrap around porch & sits on lg corner lot (18454 sf). The grand entry has gorgeous slate flooring & curved stair leading to an amazing floor plan w/ a fireplaced dbl level LR w/ wall of windows onto a deck, DR w/ butler’s pantry & kit that opens into a FR. Completing the 1st fl is a sunroom w/ wood stove & skylights, BR, full bath, direct entry mudroom from gar & a rec room w/ east facing windows. The 2nd fl overlooks LR & features 3 spacious BRs, 2 w/ ensuite baths, custom closets & shelving. The 3rd fl walkup attic is an oppty for expansion. Add’l amenities incl a 2-car gar, 3 zones of heat, A/C, & 4 decks. Access to rte 2, bus to Lincoln Labs, Fresh Pond & Alewife T, Belmont Hill & Day School, shops & restaurants in Lex, Arl & Belmont Ctrs. This estate sale offers an oppty to make this distinguished residence your own.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1966
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
4,639 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,900,000
Final Sale Price: $1,540,000
Difference: $360,000 (-18.9%)
Performance Metrics
81.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
33
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $410
Sale $/sq ft: $332
This property sold for $332 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 18.9% below the original asking price.

The property spent 33 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1966
Living Area 4,639 sq ft
Lot Size 0.42 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Fireplaces 2
Basement None
Laundry Sink, First Floor
Features Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Sun Room, Play Room, Foyer

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Craftsman
Roof None
Features Porch, Deck, Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Storage, Off Street
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $18,691
Assessed Value $1,770,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Sun Room, Play Room, Foyer
Windows: Skylight(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement:
Laundry: Sink, First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Craftsman
Year Built: 1966
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Baseboard
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Balcony
Patio & Porch: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Golf, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

70 Birch Hill Road, Belmont MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478

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Nearby Schools

School District
Belmont School District local
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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
CNS/Pathways Academy
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Winthrop L. Chenery Upper Elementary School
2.2 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+
Winn Brook School
1.6 mi | #50 of 824 | Score: 62.3
Improved 29 spots from last year
+4.1 above state avg
304 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
A-
Roger E Wellington School
1.8 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+
Daniel Butler School
1.9 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+
Mary Lee Burbank School
2.2 mi | #12 of 824 | Score: 65.9
Improved 36 spots from last year
+7.7 above state avg
238 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-03
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
Belmont Middle School
1.8 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
Belmont Hill School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
Arlington School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
Le Sallay Studies
1.6 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Belmont High School
1.8 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

Market Insights

48.6%
Price Range
34
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73461557
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Currently Listed
Dec 11, 2025
$2,994,900
MLS #73461557 - Active
Sold
Nov 26, 2024
$1,540,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 34
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Listed for Sale
Sep 4, 2024
$1,795,000
Original listing
Agent: Savenor Berkery Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 15, 2025 Sold $2,994,900
Sep 4, 2024 New Listing Added $1,795,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
33 days
Price per Sq Ft
$332

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $18,691 $1,770,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$18,691
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,770,000

Listing Information

Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM347583
Office MLS ID AN2606
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