490 Pleasant St

Belmont, MA
$ 1,429,000 Beds 4 Baths 2 Sq 2,521
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Welcome to the Joseph Yates House, c.1846. This gracious Federal colonial boasts good bones and timeless charm, featuring high ceilings, elegant moldings (some with gold leaf), and skinny and wide pine floors. Floor-to-ceiling front windows fill the space with natural light, and leaded glass around the front door adds a unique touch. A Jack and Jill staircase, covered porch, and deck above the garage enhance the home’s character. Fireplaces in the living room, dining room, and bedroom add warmth and charm. Additional amenities include first-floor laundry, central air, and a two-car garage with storage below.

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  • Price
  • $ 1,429,000
  • City
  • Belmont
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • MIDDLESEX
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.32 Acres
  • Zip
  • 02478
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,521
  • Year Built
  • 1835
  • Taxes
  • $ 19106
  • Style
  • Colonial,Antique,Federal
  • MLS#
  • 73497958
Listed By: Nancy Grignon with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate.
Data Source: Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Baseboard,Oil
Cooling Central Air
Utilities for Gas Range
Roof Shingle,Slate
Appliances Gas Water Heater,Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Zoning SC
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Deck - Roof,Deck - Composite
Architectural Style Colonial,Antique,Federal
Construction Materials Frame
Exclusions All Personal Property
Year Built 1835
Electric Circuit Breakers,100 Amp Service,Knob & Tube Wiring
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
Parcel Number M:43 P:000011 S:,361618
Community Features Public Transportation,Shopping,Highway Access,Public School
County Middlesex
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Attached Garage Yes
Subdivision Name Belmont Historic District* (see remarks)
Garage Y/N Yes
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions GPS
High School Bhs
City Belmont
Disclosures Home is in the Belmont Historic District but is not registered. You can make any updates to the home you wish with proper permits. The only permission from the historical commission you will need is
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 13725
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Winnbrook*/Cue
Property Attached Y/N No
Year Built Details Actual
Tax Annual Amount 19106.6
Home Warranty Y/N No
Middle/Junior High School Bms
Building Area Units Square Feet
Primary Bedroom Level Second
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Public Records
Tax Assessed Value 1660000
Certified Treated Unknown

Interior Features

Basement Full,Walk-Out Access,Dirt Floor
Flooring Wood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Dining Room,Kitchen,Living Room,Master Bedroom
Kitchen Level First
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Storm Window(s)
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 2521
Laundry Features Flooring - Vinyl,Electric Dryer Hookup,First Floor
Total Bedrooms 4
Living Room Level First
LivingAreaSource Public Record
Kitchen Features Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Gas Stove
Total Baths 2
Primary Bathroom Features No
Living Room Features Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding
Bedroom 4 Features Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Attic Access
Bedroom 3 Features Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 2 Features Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Dining Room Features Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding
Kitchen Area 255
Kitchen Length 17
Kitchen Width 15
Primary on Main 255
Second Bedroom Length 17
Second Bedroom Width 15
Bedroom 3 Area 187
Bedroom 3 Length 17
Bedroom 3 Width 11
Bedroom 4 Area 117
Bedroom 4 Length 13
Bedroom 4 Width 9
Dining Room Area 17
Dining Room Width 15
Family Room Area 228
Family Room Length 19
Living Room Area 255
Living Room Length 17
Living Room Width 15
Primary Bedroom Area 210
Primary Bedroom Features Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Primary Bedroom Length 15
Primary Bedroom Width 14
Family Room Width 12
Family Room Level First
Family Room Features Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Level First
Dining Room Area 255
Bedroom 4 Level Second
Bedroom 3 Level Second
Second Bedroom Level Second
Bathroom 1 Level First
Bathroom 2 Level Second

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Deck - Roof,Deck - Composite,Rain Gutters,Professional Landscaping,Sprinkler System
Parking Features Under,Garage Door Opener,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Water Source Public
Total Parking 6
Lot Size Area 0.32
Foundation Details Stone,Brick/Mortar
Spa No
Building Area Total 2521
Lot Size Acres 0.32
Waterfront Y/N No
Covered Spaces 2
Road Frontage Type Public

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Worcester, MA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Winnbrook*/Cue Elementary School
Middle School BMS Middle School
High School BHS High School

Price History

4/8/2026 Listed $1,695,000
4/30/2026 5% - $1,624,500
6/12/2026 4% - $1,574,000
7/17/2026 6% - $1,495,000
9/10/2026 5% - $1,429,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 02478

Price
AVG $2.12M
$1.43M
Taxes
AVG $20,616
$19,106
Year Built
AVG 1934
1835
Visits
AVG 130
192
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490 Pleasant St Belmont, MA is a Single Family Home for sale at $1429000 with 2521 sqft and a lot size of 0.32 Acres Acre(s). 490 Pleasant St Belmont has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1835. The property's zip code is 02478 which is in Belmont, MA

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