21 Upcrest Rd Brighton, MA 02135
Brighton NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,475/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit
- 1 Fireplace
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Hardiman Playground
About This Home
Welcome to this charming four-bedroom Colonial tucked away on a quiet dead-end street, just a short walk to Oak Square and local shops. This beautifully updated home features brand-newhardwood flooring throughout, a newly added half bath, and new windows on the way, offering comfort, style, and energy efficiency. The spacious first floor includes a sun-filled, front-to-back12x23 living room—perfect for entertaining—as well as a formal dining room and a generous kitchen ready for your personal touch. Upstairs, you'll find four well-ventilated bedrooms, ideal forcool summer nights. A bright and airy three-season sunroom off the 4th bedroom (9x17) provides flexible space—perfect as a home office, playroom, or reading nook. A walk-out basement,offering potential for even more living space or storage. Conveniently located just minutes from Storrow Drive, the Mass Pike, and Harvard Square, this home blends peace and privacy withunbeatable access to city life.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,927
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 4,050 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R1
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Winship Elementary School
- Mary Lyon Middle School
- Lyon High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Baseboard Heating
- 220 Volts
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:22 P:03255 S:000,1217984
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,927 | $684,500 | $260,800 | $423,700 |
| 2024 | $7,117 | $652,900 | $233,900 | $419,000 |
| 2023 | $7,012 | $652,900 | $233,900 | $419,000 |
| 2022 | $6,457 | $593,500 | $212,600 | $380,900 |
| 2021 | $6,274 | $588,000 | $212,600 | $375,400 |
| 2020 | $5,656 | $535,600 | $186,900 | $348,700 |
| 2019 | $5,427 | $514,900 | $154,100 | $360,800 |
| 2018 | $5,091 | $485,800 | $154,100 | $331,700 |
| 2017 | $5,145 | $485,800 | $154,100 | $331,700 |
| 2016 | $4,858 | $441,600 | $154,100 | $287,500 |
| 2015 | $4,633 | $382,600 | $146,400 | $236,200 |
| 2014 | $4,539 | $360,800 | $146,400 | $214,400 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 12/04/25 | Price Changed | $3,800 | -2.6% | $2 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/01/2025 12/01/25 | For Rent | $3,900 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 12/01/2025 12/01/25 | For Sale | $918,000 | 0.0% | $482 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/01/2024 03/01/24 | Rented | $3,600 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 02/13/2024 02/13/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/06/2024 02/06/24 | Price Changed | $3,600 | -5.3% | $2 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/28/2024 01/28/24 | For Rent | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 09/21/2023 09/21/23 | Sold | $735,000 | -8.1% | $492 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/07/2023 08/07/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/26/2023 07/26/23 | For Sale | $799,500 | -- | $535 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73458508
APN: BRIG-000000-000022-003255
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