Active
2 Days on market

$1,149,000

156 Agassiz Ave, Belmont, MA 02478

Belmont, MA 02478 — Waverley

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

SqFt

2,085

Style

Single Family

Built

1896

Come admire this renovated SFH in dreamy location on a quiet street near Commuter rail/Waverely bus station, shopping, Beaver Brook Park and Butler Elementary School. You'll find this beautiful house with a fenced-in yard and double-wide 4+ car driveway offers what you've been waiting for at an incredible price. A huge entry parlor/mudroom and/or a space for a sun-filled office. The living room and dining room have a flowing, open floor plan. The kitchen is renovated to include loads of storage and food prep space, 2 sinks, a pantry, and laundry. This level also has a chalet-style cathedral ceiling, wood paneled room with skylight and sliders to the deck which overlooks a sprawling yard with a play structure (that remains). First-floor also includes a Bath with tiled shower.2nd floor has 3 bedrooms all with large closet space. Primary bedroom has a tremendous closet space & a family bath with tub/shower. Attic space accessible via hatch for additional storage potential. The lower level offers a large carpeted open area which can be used as a gym/den/game/play room, and also includes a very large half bath with shower potential. HVAC/utility room and a large storage room for all your extras. Outside features an additional storage room for outdoor deck furniture to be stored over the winter. This house is described as "Very Walkable" on the real estate sites. This is an absolutely tremendous location that is close to loads of restaurant choices, the Butler Elementary School, grocery store, cafes, florist, wine/cheese shop, post office, exercise studios, banks, salons, spray park, hiking trails with bridges over rivers (dogs allowed) and just a couple of blocks from the train (commuter rail) and the 73 bus line Waverley stop to Harvard Square. Looking for an updated property that needs nothing and in close proximity to so many food and transportation options? A street that has a basketball hoop on it and gets closed off by cones for neighborhood parties? Where neighbors offer to take care of your pets, lawn watering and mail while your away? You're buying more than a house. You get an incredible neighborhood loaded with conveniences that don't require a car. Features of Belmont: Nationally recognized schools, new High School, Library, Ice Rink, newer pools, fire stations, renovated police station, parks and playgrounds (free summer concerts), and 3 vibrant shopping areas in town and loads of public greenspace.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$551/sqft
Local Avg (Belmont)$635/sqft
13% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 22 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Belmont, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,149,000
Annual Taxes$13,524

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street5

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7
Fireplaces1
FlooringWood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar
ZoningR

Property & Lot

Acres0.11
SqFt Lot4,900
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 1
Basement
Family RoomBathroom 3
Living Room
Lvl First

12.916666666 x 12.666666666

Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room
Lvl First

14.5 x 10.5

Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen
Lvl First

14.5 x 10.5

Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances

Family Room
Lvl Basement

25.75 x 21.166666666

Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

22 x 12.833333333

Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

11.75 x 8.583333333

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

11 x 10.5

Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

5.083333333 x 4.416666666

Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

10.5 x 4.75

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 3
Lvl Basement

10.5 x 7.166666666

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead

Population

27,175

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$183K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

35.3%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,085 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,900 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Anne Mahon

Listing Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

MLS® Number: 73574335

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