38 Kensington Park

Arlington, MA 02476

$985,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
1,465 Sq. Ft.
$672 / Sq. Ft.
1,465
Sq. Ft.
$672
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled on a large corner lot in wonderful Jason Heights, this historic farmhouse will enchant and delight. Featuring period details, modern amenities, high ceilings, oversized windows, & hardwood floors. The dining room has masterful built-ins & decorative mantle. The kitchen offers a breakfast bar, granite counters, S/S appliances and French doors opening to a bluestone patio. The newly renovated sunroom w/ skylight leads to a sun-filled formal living room with custom bookshelves. 2nd level has...Nestled on a large corner lot in wonderful Jason Heights, this historic farmhouse will enchant and delight. Featuring period details, modern amenities, high ceilings, oversized windows, & hardwood floors. The dining room has masterful built-ins & decorative mantle. The kitchen offers a breakfast bar, granite counters, S/S appliances and French doors opening to a bluestone patio. The newly renovated sunroom w/ skylight leads to a sun-filled formal living room with custom bookshelves. 2nd level has a partial distant view of Boston w/ 3 comfortable bedrooms & tastefully updated full bath w/ rain shower & radiant flooring. The fenced yard is filled with mature plantings, gorgeous trees, vegetable beds, and is a gardener’s delight. Many functional updates have been made including sump/French drain, newer roof, storm windows plus eco-friendly electric car charger. Near Menotomy Rocks Park, Arlington Center and Spy Pond. A combination of style, quality, history, and location.
  1. Listed by Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Tracy Wallace • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 38 Kensington Park

Town
Arlington
Area
MA-Arlington
Architectural Style
Farmhouse
Style
Garden, Farmhouse
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Tracy Wallace

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, Tomas Salazar

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/01/2023 04:38 PM

Property Details for 38 Kensington Park

StatusSold
MLS #73121594
Days on Market28
Taxes$11,025 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1885
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Tracy Wallace

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, Tomas Salazar

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Building Information for 38 Kensington Park

Stories-Year Built1885Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,100 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,294 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,376

Property Taxes

$919

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 38 Kensington Park

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1465.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • 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: Bishop
  • High School: Ahs
  • Middle School: Gibbs/Ottoson
  • Neighborhood: Jason Heights
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Tank Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Mud Room, Sun Room, Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, Security System
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Skylight, Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Storage Shed, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: City View(s), Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 143.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 27.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 3.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 30.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Bidet
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 143.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 195.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 143.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
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
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Many updates including newer roof and gutters 2018,new 200 amp,renovated and heated sun room,renovated mudroom,etc. See attached seller updates. Property is historic,but not in historic district. Not all exclusions listed are definite
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:136.0 B:0003 L:0012,328472
  • Assessments: $983,500
  • Book: 63369
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 38 Kensington Park

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 38 Kensington Park

Taxable ValueLand$670,700Additions$385,900Total$1,056,600
Tax Record2024$11,189 ($932 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt700 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,092 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1885Year Renovated1959ZoningR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNARLI M:136.0 B:0003 L:0012

Schools near 38 Kensington Park

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

Ottoson Middle School
Public7 to 8

Arlington High School
Public9 to 12

Arlington Catholic High School
Private9 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Tracy Wallace

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