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Belmont Center

Belmont Center

$1,652,914 Average Value
$287 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Relaxed living in the historic Belmont Center neighborhood

Situated in the heart of Belmont, the sought-after Belmont Center neighborhood offers both suburban and historic characteristics. Residents are often out walking or biking with their children, checking out the storefronts and restaurants along the historically significant Leonard Street and catching the commuter train. With historic landmarks such as the Thomas Clark House and the First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist, Belmont Center channels and preserves its rich history while building onto the present with contemporary appeal. With top-performing public schools, annual events and an inclusive community, living in Belmont Center is both accessible and welcoming. “It’s the center of the town and it is the place that connects the whole community,” says Adriana Poole, a Belmont resident and a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Commonwealth with 8 years of experience. Poole has also been a Belmont town hall member for 14 years. “I absolutely love living in Belmont because it’s a tight and engaged community; people are involved in civic matters and in the well-being of the town. I very much appreciate and take pride in our town.”
Gambrel colonial-style homes are popular in Belmont Center.
Gambrel colonial-style homes are popular in Belmont Center.
You'll find a fair amount of single-family split-level style homes in Belmont Center.
You'll find a fair amount of single-family split-level style homes in Belmont Center.
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Homes in Belmont Center

Single-family homes under 2,000 square feet start at $1 million, and stately Georgian Revivals, Colonial Revivals, split-levels and Shingle Styles often fetch over $3 million. One might also spot several newly constructed contemporary homes around a similar price point. Properties were built throughout the 20th century, and yard sizes are usually between 6,000 and 8,000 square feet. Condos and units in multi-family properties run from $500,000 to under $1 million, and duplexes may go slightly over $1 million.
A white picket fence always compliments a home in Belmont Center.
A white picket fence always compliments a home in Belmont Center.
A front porch is always a win for any home in Belmont Center.
A front porch is always a win for any home in Belmont Center.
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Belmont Public Schools

Prospective primary schools include Mary Lee Burbank School, Winn Brook Elementary School and Wellington Elementary School. Students may then attend Chenery Upper Elementary School for fifth and sixth-grade years and continue to Belmont Middle School, which opened in 2023 and has yet to be rated by Niche. Belmont High School shares the same campus as Belmont Middle and offers award-winning arts programs. All area schools, except for the new Belmont Middle School, score an A-plus Niche rating.
Mary Lee Burbank School in Belmont has an overall grade of A+ on Niche.
Mary Lee Burbank School in Belmont has an overall grade of A+ on Niche.
Belmont Middle sits behind the Belmont High School near Waverley Square.
Belmont Middle sits behind the Belmont High School near Waverley Square.
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Restaurants and shops along Leonard Street

Residents may restock their pantry at nearby Star Market or Trader Joe’s, and people can shop for fresh produce at the town’s farmers market, which takes place at the Belmont Center municipal parking lot on Thursdays from June to October. Along Leonard Street, locals are often spotted getting a scoop of ice cream at Rancatore's Ice Cream & Yogurt, grabbing a latte at Belmont Caffe or dining Italian-style at the locally known il Casale Belmont. My Other Kitchen is a popular Greek restaurant offering dishes with a Mediterranean-American twist, and Spice Delight serves authentic Indian classics such as chicken masala.
Belmont Center has many local businesses offering outdoor seating along Leonard St.
Belmont Center has many local businesses offering outdoor seating along Leonard St.
Dine in at il Casale in Belmont Center for the best Italian Dishes.
Dine in at il Casale in Belmont Center for the best Italian Dishes.
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Recreation outlets around Belmont Center

Alewife Brook Reservation provides ample outdoor opportunities with walks along the Alewife Brook Pathway, People may also fish at Little Pond or play golf at the nearby Fresh Pond Golf Course. A popular spot for children, Joey’s Park offers a variety of play equipment from swings and slides to zip line and climbing structures. Kids can play basketball, tennis or soccer at the onsite sports fields. Located slightly west of the community, Beaver Brook Reservation features a bike path, waterfall and hiking trails, and people can enjoy the splash area at the adjacent Beaver Brook Spray Deck & Playground. The Underwood Pool is open in the summer months for residents through a summer membership.
Bring some cash to Joey's Park in Belmont Center in case the ice cream truck shows up.
Bring some cash to Joey's Park in Belmont Center in case the ice cream truck shows up.
Take a scenic walk along the path at Alewifebrook Reservation near Belmont Center.
Take a scenic walk along the path at Alewifebrook Reservation near Belmont Center.
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Annual Town Day celebration in Belmont

Residents can stay updated on local events and news, such as art talks and upcoming exhibits, through the Belmont Media Center. For fun weekend outings, families can visit Belmont Books and find a new read, see exhibits at the Belmont Gallery of Art and attend a history program at the Belmont Historical Society. The town’s music events include the Belmont Porchfest and the Payson Park Music Festival. Belmont Town Day is an annual fall celebration that is filled with family-friendly events, inflatable rides and food and crafts by area vendors. “Town Day is one of the community events that ties the community together; they close down Leonard Street for the festival and there are many family-oriented activities,” Poole says.

Proximity to Cambridge and Boston

Belmont Center is approximately 9 or 10 miles from downtown Boston and 4 miles from Cambridge. Being a reputable commuter town, Belmont Station has the “T line,” and the commuter rail, which is serviced by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, is only one stop from Cambridge and two stops to the North Station in Boston. Mount Auburn Hospital is 3 miles southeast of the neighborhood, and Boston Logan International Airport is 12 miles to the east via Interstate 93. In addition, the area has bike lanes throughout for commuter access.
Take the train East to Boston or West from the Belmont Center commuter rail station.
Take the train East to Boston or West from the Belmont Center commuter rail station.
Your home might match the color of the tree in your front yard in Belmont Center.
Your home might match the color of the tree in your front yard in Belmont Center.
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History behind Clay Pit Pond

Clay Pit Pond Park sits on the site of a former brickyard that operated from the late 1800s to the 1920s. It was also used as a dump site before the town diverted the Wellington Brook and, in turn, created the Clay Pit Pond. The area became a public park in 1963, and today, there is a walking path along the water for public recreation.
Sit and relax at Clay Pit Pond Park in Belmont Center.
Sit and relax at Clay Pit Pond Park in Belmont Center.
Pay tribute to the veteran's memorials at Clay Pit Pond Park in Belmont Center.
Pay tribute to the veteran's memorials at Clay Pit Pond Park in Belmont Center.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

22 min drive

Train

Belmont Center

Bus

Brighton St & Eliot Rd

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Bright Rd & Glenn Rd

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Cross St & Gilmore Rd

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Cross St & Staunton Rd

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Concord Ave Opp Orchard St

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Concord Ave Opp Cottage St

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Brighton St & Pleasant St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Belmont Center US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Belmont Center Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$526,000
Median Sale Price
$365,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$599,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$235,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$770,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$287

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,113
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1934
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,166
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,383
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,332
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
883
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Aug 2
    1:30 - 2:30pm

    315 Waverley St, Belmont, MA 02478

    $2,499,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,743 Sq Ft
    • 315 Waverley St
    • New 9 days ago

    Warm and inviting, this newly renovated five-bedroom home is ideally located in desirable Belmont, MA just 6.4 miles from Boston and nestled beside Clark Hill. It offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience. Enjoy walking distance to Belmont Center, top-rated schools, the commuter rail, and local parks. Inside, high ceilings and abundant natural light create a bright, open

    Andersen Group Realty Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
8,446
Median Age
42
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$169,261
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$186,623

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
79%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
58.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
20''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

42 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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