For sale

$1,449,000

16 Preble Gardens Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

4beds

1,664sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

5,200 Square Feet Lot

$1,444,100 Zestimate^®

$871/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Wood-burning fireplaceDining roomClassic wood mouldingSunny officeGorgeous flowering treeWhite cabinetryFour bedrooms

This picture-perfect Colonial in Belmont’s Benton Estates neighborhood—close to Payson Park and Cushing Square—is filled with charm and natural light. Architectural details include a wood-burning fireplace, classic wood moulding, and fresh interior paint. The beautifully updated kitchen features white cabinetry and soapstone counters. The first floor offers a spacious living room, dining room, renovated kitchen, and a sunny office. Upstairs are four bedrooms and a full bath, plus an upper-level porch off the primary bedroom. Storage is abundant with a large walk-up attic and basement. Kitchen opens out the fenced, flat backyard with a patio and a gorgeous flowering tree. Solar panels add valuable energy efficiency.All located near Belmont's Top Schools with easy commuter access to Cambridge and Boston.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second
Area: 165
Dimensions: 15 x 11

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second
Area: 121
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Bedroom 4

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second
Area: 72
Dimensions: 8 x 9

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Half
Level: First
Area: 18
Dimensions: 3 x 6

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: Second
Area: 35
Dimensions: 7 x 5

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 132
Dimensions: 11 x 12

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Level: First
Area: 190
Dimensions: 19 x 10

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 253
Dimensions: 11 x 23

Office

Level: First
Area: 105
Dimensions: 7 x 15

Heating

Hot Water, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Office, Walk-up Attic
Flooring: Hardwood
Doors: French Doors
Basement: Full
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,664
Total interior livable area: 1,664 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,664

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio

Lot

Size: 5,200 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 356230
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range

Green energy

Energy generation: Solar

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Subdivision: Benton Estates

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Belmont

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $871/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,399,000
Annual tax amount: $15,935
Date on market: 4/22/2026

Estimated market value

$1,444,100

$1.37M - $1.52M

$5,009/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/22/2026	Listed for sale	$1,449,000+108.5%$871/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73505666 Report a problem
7/31/2006	Sold	$695,000+117.2%$418/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/16/1997	Sold	$320,000+20.8%$192/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/28/1988	Sold	$265,000$159/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/4/1987	Sold	$265,000$159/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$15,935 +7.1%	$1,399,000 -0.7%
2024	$14,879 +0.8%	$1,409,000 +7.3%
2023	$14,758 +5.5%	$1,313,000 +8.5%
2022	$13,988 -13.5%	$1,210,000 -13.7%
2021	$16,179 +17.7%	$1,402,000 +12.2%
2020	$13,750 +17.1%	$1,250,000 +24.3%
2019	$11,740 +12.1%	$1,006,000 +16.7%
2018	$10,473 +12.6%	$862,000 +17.6%
2017	$9,302 +1.3%	$733,000 +0.3%
2016	$9,181 +7.7%	$731,000 +10.6%
2015	$8,527 +3.9%	$661,000 +8.7%
2014	$8,208 +1.3%	$608,000
2013	$8,105 +8.4%	$608,000 +8.6%
2012	$7,476 +1.9%	$560,000 +1.1%
2011	$7,335 +5.1%	$554,000 -3.5%
2010	$6,980 +2.5%	$574,000 +0.2%
2009	$6,813 +3.3%	$573,000 -2.1%
2008	$6,593 +3.3%	$585,000 -5.5%
2007	$6,382 -1.3%	$619,000 -0.3%
2006	$6,465 +3.6%	$621,000 +6.3%
2005	$6,243 +2.3%	$584,000 +2.5%
2004	$6,105 +4.5%	$570,000 +5.2%
2003	$5,843 +10.2%	$542,000 +14.3%
2002	$5,304 +11%	$474,000 +17.6%
2001	$4,780 +10.3%	$403,000 +27.9%
1999	$4,334	$315,000