Seller's Agent in 2024
Friel Estate
FrielEstate
(617) 755-0989
21 in this area
62 Total Sales
242 Forest St Arlington, MA 02474
Arlington Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $917,000 - $1,032,474
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,552
Sq Ft
$636/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Peirce Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit
- Solid Surface Countertops
About This Home
As of November 2024Classic Colonial with modern updates! The formal dining room flows into the updated kitchen, white cabinets, granite counters with breakfast bar. Front-to-back living room, wood-burning fireplace, side room is perfect for home office/play room, sliding door overlooking a new deck & fenced-in back yard. Half bath on the 1st floor is tucked away by the side-entry door. The 2nd floor features a primary bedroom with double closets, two additional bedrooms & renovated full bath. Walk-up attic has many possibilities for expansion, storage or craft/hang out area. Basement for storage is adjacent to the one car garage. Hardwood floors throughout, recess lighting added to some rooms, updates include: entry stairs & retaining wall, roof, gutters, main drain to the street & garage door. All appliances will be staying including refrigerator, washer & dryer. Mini splits for AC. This home is set back in from the street offering privacy & plenty of driveway parking! Near pub trans, school & parks!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,010
Year Built
- Built in 1931 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,327 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,552 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Play Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Pierce Elementary School
- Gibbs/Ottoson Middle School
- AHS High School
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- 4 Cooling Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:116.0 B:0001 L:0017,326912
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2019
Sold by
Melton Lauren L
Bought by
Lauren Lynn Melton Ret and Melton
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 2018
Sold by
Melton Jeffery P and Melton Lauren L
Bought by
Melton Lauren L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$554,200
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 1999
Sold by
Croke James E and Dimeo Christina M
Bought by
Schodorf Jeffrey B and Schodorf Elizabeth H
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1998
Sold by
Macmillan Daniel and Macmillan Janice
Bought by
Dimeo Christina M and Croke James E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Lynn Melton Ret | -- | -- | |
| Lauren Lynn Melton Ret | -- | -- | |
| Melton Lauren L | -- | -- | |
| Melton Lauren L | -- | -- | |
| Melton Lauren L | -- | -- | |
| Schodorf Jeffrey B | $305,000 | -- | |
| Dimeo Christina M | $250,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Melton Lauren L | $554,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Dimeo Christina M | $569,562 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2024 11/15/24 | Sold | $940,000 | -0.9% | $606 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/23/2024 10/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | For Sale | $949,000 | 0.0% | $611 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/23/2024 09/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/19/2024 09/19/24 | For Sale | $949,000 | +71.0% | $611 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/29/2015 10/29/15 | Sold | $555,000 | +3.0% | $358 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/31/2015 08/31/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/26/2015 08/26/15 | For Sale | $539,000 | +17.9% | $347 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2012 06/29/12 | Sold | $457,000 | +1.8% | $294 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/02/2012 05/02/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/13/2012 04/13/12 | For Sale | $449,000 | -- | $289 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,505 | $882,500 | $475,400 | $407,100 |
| 2024 | $9,010 | $850,800 | $469,600 | $381,200 |
| 2023 | $8,633 | $770,100 | $423,200 | $346,900 |
| 2022 | $8,240 | $721,500 | $405,800 | $315,700 |
| 2021 | $8,079 | $712,400 | $405,800 | $306,600 |
| 2020 | $7,880 | $712,500 | $405,800 | $306,700 |
| 2019 | $7,357 | $653,400 | $411,600 | $241,800 |
| 2018 | $6,652 | $548,400 | $307,300 | $241,100 |
| 2017 | $6,524 | $519,400 | $278,300 | $241,100 |
| 2016 | $6,487 | $506,800 | $266,700 | $240,100 |
| 2015 | $6,238 | $460,400 | $226,100 | $234,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Friel Estate
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Applegate & Murphy Group
A
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Applegate & Murphy Group
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
1 in this area
29 Total Sales
-
Steve McKenna
Seller's Agent in 2015
Steve McKenna
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(781) 645-0505
163 in this area
521 Total Sales
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Erika Leigh Pereira
E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Erika Leigh Pereira
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
(781) 645-0517
33 in this area
77 Total Sales
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Ronald Trapasso
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Ronald Trapasso
Keller Williams Realty
(617) 285-2737
2 in this area
55 Total Sales
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Laurie Williamson
Seller's Agent in 2012
Laurie Williamson
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
(617) 512-4581
3 in this area
14 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73292636
APN: ARLI-000116-000001-000017
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