$2,450,000

54 Townsend Rd Belmont, MA 02478

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,840 sqft
0.2 acres
$863 / sqft
House

Property details

About 54 Townsend Rd

Newly renovated Colonial in desirable Burbank neighborhood. Nestled on a flat, landscaped yard, this stunning home has been tastefully redesigned with attention to detail and quality finishes. Open concept first floor features fireplaced living room, dining room with sliders to a mahogany deck, a beautiful chef's kitchen with gray cabinets, quartz countertops, island and pantry, a wonderful family room and half bath. 2nd floor boasts a tranquil primary en suite with walk in closet, private deck and honed marble bath with standing tub, two additional bedrooms, all with California closet systems, and full bath. Carpeted 3rd floor with skylight. Lower level with bonus space and spacious laundry room with custom cabinets. Recessed lighting, hardwood floors with cherry inlay. 2 car garage and driveway lined with pavers. Bluestone patio and walkways. Close to the 73 bus to Harvard Sq/Sta, refurbished Payson Park and Payson Park Reservoir, shops and restaurants. Welcome home!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Size2,840 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73357950
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceDining Room, Living Room

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Vinyl / VCT, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior: Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Home Office, Mud Room, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic
  • Fireplace: Dining Room, Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Off Street, Paved
  • Exterior: Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling: Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • List Price: $2,450,000
  • Price/SqFt: $862
  • Annual Tax Amount: $15,027
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Cul-De-Sac, Easement, Level
  • Directions: Belmont St to Payson Road to Townsend Rd
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Living Area: 2,840 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73357950
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
  • Office Phone: (617) 484-5300
  • Listing Agent: Lynn MacDonald

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 06, 2023
Home Sold
$1,300,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,423,000$15,027
2023$1,329,000$14,938
2022$1,224,000$14,149
2021$1,540,000$17,772
2020$1,373,000$15,103
2019$1,107,000$12,919

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Mary Lee Burbank

Public District KG-4

0.5 mi

266 School St

7

Roger E Wellington

Public District PK-4

0.8 mi

121 Orchard St

8

Haggerty

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

110 Cushing St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $104,521. The majority of Belmont, MA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

0%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
19%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

30%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
33%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 54 Townsend Rd

The listing price of 54 Townsend Rd property is $2,450,000.

The property 54 Townsend Rd is a house located in Belmont, Massachusetts, 02478.

Accepting Backup Offers: 54 Townsend Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 54 Townsend Rd are: Mary Lee Burbank (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roger E Wellington (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Haggerty (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Winthrop L Chenery Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watertown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Vassal Lane Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Belmont High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Lyon Upper 9-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $15,027 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 6, 2023 for $1,300,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 54 Townsend Rd has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 54 Townsend Rd is 2,840 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 54 Townsend Rd is 1940.

This home is located at 54 Townsend Rd in Belmont, MA and zip code 02478. This 2,840 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,450,000.

Belmont, MA housing market in April 2025 saw over 9 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 3 sold below. Between March and April 2025, Belmont, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 44.9%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 19 days, the median list price was $1,400,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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