NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Forest St Arlington, MA 02474

Arlington Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,105,000 - $1,345,611

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,759 Sq Ft
$671/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2013

Last sale price $510,000 $290 Per Sq Ft

Est. 132% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,178/month

26 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2013

Perched high above the sound of the street this antique colonial is full of surprises. Delight in the cool breeze on the farmers porch or step through the arbor into a vacation paradise. Brick patio and heated built in pool await. Beyond the pool lies a wooded area, basketball court and plenty of parking. There is direct acces to the rear of the house off Edmund Road so no need to climb stairs. Alewife Station bus just across the street. Minutes to bike path, schools and major routes.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sheila Horne

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 04/05/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian and Diana Segool

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1920

Lot Details

0.49 Acres

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Wooded, Easements
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Private School, Public School
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 10X13
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 10X11
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 7X23
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 15X13
  • Laundry Room: First Floor
  • Living Room: First Floor, 13X17
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 15X10
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 15X10
  • Family Room: Basement, 13X16

Exterior Features

  • Frontage: 60
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Gutters, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick, Irregular

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2013
Closed on
May 31, 2013
Sold by
Mulvey Brian D and Mulvey Ellen M
Bought by
Schwartz Lori F and Olphert Colleen M
Seller's Agent
Sheila Horne
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brian and Diana Segool
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$510,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-5.38%
Current Estimated Value
$1,180,653

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$670,653
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.78%
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Outstanding Balance
$289,710
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$890,943

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 1997
Sold by
Zarrella Wendy J
Bought by
Mulvey Brian D and Mulvey Ellen M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Schwartz Lori F $510,000 --
Mulvey Brian D $245,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schwartz Lori F $408,000
Previous Owner Mulvey Brian D $35,000
Previous Owner Mulvey Brian D $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/31/2013 05/31/13 Sold $510,000 -5.4% $290 / Sq Ft
05/01/2013 05/01/13 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2013 04/05/13 For Sale $539,000 -- $306 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,414 $1,152,600 $787,600 $365,000
2024 $11,868 $1,120,700 $778,000 $342,700
2023 $11,374 $1,014,600 $701,200 $313,400
2022 $10,922 $956,400 $672,300 $284,100
2021 $10,748 $947,800 $672,300 $275,500
2020 $10,483 $947,800 $672,300 $275,500
2019 $10,167 $902,900 $681,900 $221,000
2018 $8,945 $737,400 $509,100 $228,300
2017 $8,658 $689,300 $461,000 $228,300
2016 $8,577 $670,100 $441,800 $228,300
2015 $7,997 $590,200 $374,600 $215,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sheila Horne

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Sheila Horne

    Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

    (781) 983-4745

    2 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Sheila Horne
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Brian and Diana Segool

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    12 in this area

    103 Total Sales

    Brian and Diana Segool
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71504320

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ARLI-000094-000002-000023

Massachusetts Middlesex County Arlington 02474 Arlington Heights

159 Forest St, Arlington, MA

Not Listed for Sale

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