Seller's Agent in 2025
Sarah Reddick Shimoff
Compass
(617) 501-3015
3 in this area
48 Total Sales
263 Common St Belmont, MA 02478
Cushing Square Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,691
Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Colonial Architecture
- Roger Wellington Elementary School Rated A
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of December 2025Sited on the knoll of quintessential Common Street, a 1/3 acre between Belmont Center & Cushing Sq, this meandering 5-bed 3.5-bath Colonial blends timeless architecture with modernizations in a charming, fairytale setting. A gracious entry foyer welcomes us into a living room w/3 exposures & fireplace, custom built-ins; dining room w/original built-ins, central kitchen exceptional storage, handsome library, powder room. The 2 main floor bedrooms/bath are multi-use spaces & may form a separate suite from the main house for inlaws/au pair. Upstairs there is a primary suite w/WIC, 2 gut-renovated luxe baths, 2 corner bedrooms. Updates include roof replacement, new windows across the main house, 7 mini-splits w/3 condensers & electric car charger. 1000-1400sf expansion potential in the attic & basement with finished stairs. Moments to top-rated schools, shops, restaurants & train, this home offers the best of New England living on one of its most picturesque streets.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,352
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Garden
- Property is zoned SC
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,691 Sq Ft Home
- Decorative Lighting
- 2 Fireplaces
- Insulated Windows
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- 7 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Heater
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:17 P:000078 S:,358326
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2017
Closed on
Dec 8, 2017
Sold by
Lucille M Dressler Ft
Bought by
Innis Thomas N and Innis Bethany S
Seller's Agent
Brian Belliveau
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Peter Scanlan
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
List Price
$1,239,900
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-1.2%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.97%
Original Mortgage
$980,000
Outstanding Balance
$832,872
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$1,113,627
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 23, 2014
Sold by
Dressler Lucille
Bought by
Lucille M Dressler Ft and Dressler Lucille M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $1,225,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $980,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Sold | $1,890,000 | -3.1% | $702 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/29/2025 10/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | Price Changed | $1,950,000 | -4.9% | $725 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/06/2025 10/06/25 | Price Changed | $2,050,000 | 0.0% | $762 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/06/2025 10/06/25 | Price Changed | $2,050,001 | 0.0% | $762 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/02/2025 10/02/25 | For Sale | $2,050,000 | +67.3% | $762 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/08/2017 12/08/17 | Sold | $1,225,000 | -1.2% | $474 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/26/2017 10/26/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/18/2017 10/18/17 | For Sale | $1,239,900 | -- | $480 / 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 | $19,352 | $1,699,000 | $943,000 | $756,000 |
| 2024 | $17,783 | $1,684,000 | $1,175,000 | $509,000 |
| 2023 | $15,714 | $1,398,000 | $896,000 | $502,000 |
| 2022 | $14,864 | $1,290,000 | $820,000 | $470,000 |
| 2021 | $14,864 | $1,288,000 | $897,000 | $391,000 |
| 2020 | $14,828 | $1,348,000 | $957,000 | $391,000 |
| 2019 | $13,794 | $1,182,000 | $791,000 | $391,000 |
| 2018 | $9,823 | $1,030,000 | $639,000 | $391,000 |
| 2017 | $6,251 | $977,000 | $586,000 | $391,000 |
| 2016 | $12,233 | $974,000 | $586,000 | $388,000 |
| 2015 | $11,455 | $888,000 | $500,000 | $388,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sarah Reddick Shimoff
-
Fayth Cregg
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Fayth Cregg
Leading Edge Real Estate
(617) 803-0923
3 in this area
77 Total Sales
-
Brian Belliveau
Seller's Agent in 2017
Brian Belliveau
Compass
(781) 789-9275
42 Total Sales
-
Peter Scanlan
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Peter Scanlan
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(781) 883-7867
2 in this area
67 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73438867
APN: BELM-000017-000078
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