289 Forest Street

Arlington, MA 02474

$915,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
1,900 Sq. Ft.
$482 / Sq. Ft.
1,900
Sq. Ft.
$482
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This home has everything you have been looking for, including an open concept main level perfect for effortless entertaining and to easily manage family life. Welcome home to a desirable Arlington neighborhood and this beautifully updated Colonial, set back from the road for added privacy. Commuters will love Bus 67 to Alewife right across the street and a short stroll to the Minuteman Bike Path. The home’s western exposure welcomes the sunshine by day and provides lovely sunset vistas in the evening....This home has everything you have been looking for, including an open concept main level perfect for effortless entertaining and to easily manage family life. Welcome home to a desirable Arlington neighborhood and this beautifully updated Colonial, set back from the road for added privacy. Commuters will love Bus 67 to Alewife right across the street and a short stroll to the Minuteman Bike Path. The home’s western exposure welcomes the sunshine by day and provides lovely sunset vistas in the evening. The beautifully renovated, open concept kitchen offers quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a central breakfast bar island, stylish white custom cabinetry and a seamless transition to the dining room. A glass slider steps out to the rear deck, patio, and private backyard nestled by mature trees. More space awaits on the finished lower level with a versatile and spacious family room. Walk to Pierce ES, Reservoir Beach, playgrounds, and Arlington Heights with dining/shopping.
  1. Listed by Corinne Schippert • MA Properties

Property Details for 289 Forest Street

Town
Arlington
Area
MA-Arlington
Architectural Style
Garrison
Style
Garrison
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2

Location

Listing Courtesy of MA Properties, Corinne Schippert

Sold By Phoenix Real Estate Partners, LLC, USLEJU Team

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 10:01 AM

Property Details for 289 Forest Street

StatusSold
MLS #72973249
Days on Market5
Taxes$8,672 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1977
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of MA Properties, Corinne Schippert

Sold By Phoenix Real Estate Partners, LLC, USLEJU Team

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Building Information for 289 Forest Street

Stories-Year Built1977Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,342 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,716 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,994

Property Taxes

$723

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 289 Forest Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1900.0
  • Color: Beige
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Pierce/Stratton
  • High School: Arlington Hs
  • Middle School: Ottoson Ms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Deck, Patio
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Lake/Pond, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Laminate,Crown Molding,Closet - Double
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Laminate,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Crown Molding
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Slider,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Laminate,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double
  • Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:118.0 B:0006 L:0009,327135
  • Assessments: $759,400
  • Book: 71327
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 672.0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 289 Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 289 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$444,900Additions$437,800Total$882,700
Tax Record2024$9,348 ($779 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,372 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,372 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,342 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1977Year Renovated1980ZoningR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNARLI M:118.0 B:0006 L:0009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 289 Forest Street

This home is within Arlington Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Peirce School
PublicK to 5

Ottoson Middle School
Public7 to 8

Arlington High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of MA Properties, Corinne Schippert

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