3 Essex Rd

Belmont, MA 02478

$2,399,000
Price
5
Beds
3,297 Sq. Ft.
$728 / Sq. Ft.
3,297
Sq. Ft.
$728
per Sq. Ft.
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Open: 7/17 11:30AM - 01:00PMNew
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Description

Charming five-bedroom, four-bath brick Colonial set on a sidewalk-lined street in Belmont’s desirable Benton Estates neighborhood. Manicured grounds, mature plantings, and an inlaid granite patio create timeless curb appeal and inviting outdoor space. A center-entrance foyer opens to gracious, light-filled living areas, including a formal living room and a renovated eat-in kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook that flows into a spacious dining area with oversized windows. The second floor offers a primary...Charming five-bedroom, four-bath brick Colonial set on a sidewalk-lined street in Belmont’s desirable Benton Estates neighborhood. Manicured grounds, mature plantings, and an inlaid granite patio create timeless curb appeal and inviting outdoor space. A center-entrance foyer opens to gracious, light-filled living areas, including a formal living room and a renovated eat-in kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook that flows into a spacious dining area with oversized windows. The second floor offers a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private bath, plus two additional bedrooms and a newly renovated shared bath. The finished third floor includes two more bedrooms and a full bath, providing flexible space for guests, work, or hobbies. The walk-out lower level features a family room, home gym area, full bath with laundry, and generous storage. A detached two-car garage completes the property, all within easy reach of Cushing Square, local shops, and the Payson Park Reservoir.
  1. Listed by The Toland Team • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
  2. Listed by Carol Toland • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
  3. Listed by Owen Toland • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Property Details for 3 Essex Road

Town
Belmont
MLS Area
Payson Park
Area
MA-Belmont-Payson Park, MA-Belmont
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
5

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/16/2026 08:11 AM

Property Details for 3 Essex Road

StatusNew
MLS #73550712
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes$21,512 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1930
CountyMiddlesex County
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Location

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Building Information for 3 Essex Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,417 SF

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Property Information for 3 Essex Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Sidewalks
  • Living Area: 3297.0
  • Color: Brick
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Remodeled
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Wellington*
  • High School: Bhs
  • Middle School: Chenery/Bms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Wainscoting, Sun Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom, Foyer, Walk-up Attic
  • Interior Features: French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Garden Area, Patio
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 225.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 273.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 21.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 130.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 225.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 104.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Length: 13.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 165.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 15.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 315.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Length: 21.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 15.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 252.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Kitchen Length: 21.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 11X9
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 294.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: See list agent
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 356252
  • Assessments: $1,869,000
  • Book: 72110
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: SC
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 3 Essex Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73550712

$2,399,000—
Apr 11, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #620541894

$1,400,000—
Apr 11, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72276737

$1,400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73550712

$2,399,000
04/11/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #620541894

$1,400,000
04/11/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72276737

$1,400,000

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Public Records for 3 Essex Road

Taxable ValueLand$785,000Additions$927,000Total$1,712,000
Tax Record2025$19,500 ($1,625 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,522 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,522 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,417 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930ZoningSCCountyMIDDLESEXAPNBELM M:04 P:000062 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3 Essex Road

This home is within Belmont School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
Public - 4 to 6
Belmont Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Belmont High School
Public - 9 to 12
Roger Wellington Elementary School
Public - PK to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
Public4 to 6

Belmont Middle School
Public7 to 8

Belmont High School
Public9 to 12

Roger Wellington Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 3 Essex Road, Belmont, MA 02478

3 Essex Road is a single family home for sale in Belmont, MA 02478. This listing's school district is Belmont School District. Nearby schools include Winthrop L Chenery Middle School, Belmont Middle School and Belmont High School. 3 Essex Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,297 sqft single family home built in 1930.

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