Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,632 sqft
74 Van Ness Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.15 acresLot Size
1924Year Built
$888/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming, sun-filled Colonial, perfectly positioned on a picturesque tree-lined street in Belmont’s highly desirable Payson Park neighborhood, where classic character, comfortable living, and an exceptional location come together. Just steps from the beautifully renovated Payson Park, this inviting home offers abundant natural light and generous living space throughout. The main level features a fireplaced living room, formal dining room with a built-in hutch, and a bright kitchen...Welcome to this charming, sun-filled Colonial, perfectly positioned on a picturesque tree-lined street in Belmont’s highly desirable Payson Park neighborhood, where classic character, comfortable living, and an exceptional location come together. Just steps from the beautifully renovated Payson Park, this inviting home offers abundant natural light and generous living space throughout. The main level features a fireplaced living room, formal dining room with a built-in hutch, and a bright kitchen with a vaulted ceiling, gas cooking, and breakfast peninsula. A half bath and spacious family room addition with a cathedral ceiling and slider to a patio create a comfortable flow for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features an adjoining office or flexible bonus space, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Hardwood floors, central air conditioning, and select replacement windows add to the home’s appeal. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped yard complete with a sprinkler system, generous outdoor space, and a large storage shed. Conveniently located near Fresh Pond Reservoir, neighborhood shops and restaurants, the 73 bus to Harvard Square, with easy access to Cambridge and Boston.

Listing Agent

  1. Kristin Santagati

    Kristin Santagati

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

    P: (617) 484-5300

    M: (617) 799-8082

Listing closed: 09/24/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73566307

Location

Sold By Engel & Volkers Boston, John Silk

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$9,039 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,741

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 74 Van Ness Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $15,573 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Belmont
  • Area: MA-Belmont
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,610 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: FHA
  • Living Area: 1632.0
  • Color: Green
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: *wellington
  • High School: Belmont High School
  • Middle School: Belmont Middle School
  • Neighborhood: Payson Park
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Home Office
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Patio
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Steam, Oil, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 143.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 117.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 100.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 154.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 99.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Slider
  • Family Room Length: 11.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 9.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 216.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Paper Based,Breakfast Bar / Nook
  • Kitchen Length: 18.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 264.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 64.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Office Length: 8.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 8.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: LR blind is missing;
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:03 P:000130 S:,356123
  • Assessments: $1,353,000
  • Book: 50741
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: SC
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 74 Van Ness Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 24, 2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73566307

$1,450,000—
Aug 21, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73566307

—
Aug 21, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73566307

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/24/2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73566307

$1,450,000
08/21/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73566307

—
08/21/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73566307

—

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Public Records for 74 Van Ness Road

Taxable ValueLand$791,000Additions$507,000Total$1,298,000
Tax Record2025$14,784 ($1,232 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,632 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,632 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,610 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated1924ZoningSCCountyMIDDLESEXAPNBELM M:03 P:000130 S:

Schools near 74 Van Ness Road

This home is within Belmont School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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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