30 Somerset St Belmont, MA 02478
Belmont Hill Neighborhood
6
Beds
6
Baths
5,400
Sq Ft
0.51
Acres
Highlights
- Guest House
- Barn
- City View
- Winn Brook Elementary School Rated A+
- Sauna
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of November 2024Grand In Town Historic Compound set behind granite posts and walls. The Albert Higgins house c1850 is one of Belmont's earliest homes. Perched above town with views of Boston in a sprawling country setting right out of Currier & Ives. The Main Italianate home features high ceilings, parlor windows & incredible details. This warm formal home features a welcoming gracious entry with sweeping Bullfinch staircase, an elegant front library, and chinoiserie painted oval dining room with bay window. A grand living room with arched marble fireplace is perfect for hosting holiday parties. Large sunny kitchen family room flanked with windows offers breathtaking scenic views of the grounds and city beyond. French doors lead to a spectacular yard complete with gardens, patios, stone walls and large trees. Upstairs offers numerous bedroom options including original top floor with natural wood. Restored 3 level Barn has 1 bedroom 1.5 bath apartment, work shop and ample storage. A Very Special Home!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,027
Year Built
- Built in 1850
Lot Details
- 0.51 Acre Lot
- Stone Wall
- Corner Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Workshop in Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
Property Views
- City
- Scenic Vista
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Italianate Architecture
- Antique Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Blown-In Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Slate Roof
- Rubber Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 5,400 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- French Doors
- Bonus Room
- Sauna
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range<<rangeHoodToken>>
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Additional Features
- Patio
- Guest House
- Barn
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 362654
Community Details
Recreation
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 17, 2014
Closed on
Jan 23, 2015
Sold by
Scully Ft
Bought by
Fremont-Smith Jennifer and Fremont-Smith Phil
Seller's Agent
Anne McEvoy Kilzer
AG McEvoy Realty
Buyer's Agent
Anne McEvoy Kilzer
AG McEvoy Realty
List Price
$2,325,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$375,000
-16.13%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,097,460
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.26%
Original Mortgage
$950,000
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 2010
Sold by
Scully Ft and Ohl Katrina S
Bought by
Sculy Rosemarie
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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 | $1,950,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $126,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,750,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $950,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2024 11/20/24 | Sold | $2,900,000 | -11.9% | $537 / Sq Ft |
| 11/05/2024 11/05/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2024 09/26/24 | For Sale | $3,290,000 | +68.7% | $609 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2015 01/22/15 | Sold | $1,950,000 | 0.0% | $485 / Sq Ft |
| 01/17/2015 01/17/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/29/2014 11/29/14 | Off Market | $1,950,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/23/2014 09/23/14 | Price Changed | $1,995,000 | -14.2% | $496 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2014 06/17/14 | For Sale | $2,325,000 | -- | $578 / 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 | $28,646 | $2,515,000 | $1,257,000 | $1,258,000 |
| 2024 | $25,027 | $2,370,000 | $1,381,000 | $989,000 |
| 2023 | $32,360 | $2,879,000 | $1,303,000 | $1,576,000 |
| 2022 | $30,761 | $2,661,000 | $1,192,000 | $1,469,000 |
| 2021 | $29,323 | $2,541,000 | $1,197,000 | $1,344,000 |
| 2020 | $27,621 | $2,511,000 | $1,170,000 | $1,341,000 |
| 2019 | $24,227 | $2,076,000 | $815,000 | $1,261,000 |
| 2018 | $24,628 | $2,027,000 | $771,000 | $1,256,000 |
| 2017 | $22,588 | $1,780,000 | $708,000 | $1,072,000 |
| 2016 | $18,388 | $1,464,000 | $708,000 | $756,000 |
| 2015 | $18,666 | $1,447,000 | $685,000 | $762,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sarah DeStefano
S
Seller's Agent in 2024
Sarah DeStefano
Belmont Homes Realty
(617) 901-2942
8 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Karima Alami
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Karima Alami
Compass
(617) 504-8026
2 in this area
36 Total Sales
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2015
Anne McEvoy Kilzer
AG McEvoy Realty
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73295598
APN: BELM-000057-000010
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