Seller's Agent in 2025
Steve McKenna
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(781) 645-0505
159 in this area
514 Total Sales
4 Chester St Arlington, MA 02476
Arlington Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,178,941 - $1,289,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,007
Sq Ft
$611/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Custom Closet System
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Brackett Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2025Don’t miss this charming Royal Barry Wills Cape in the desirable Brackett School District! This 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers timeless character and modern updates. Highlights include a cozy living room with a fireplace, a formal dining room with built-ins, and an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The 1st-floor bedroom doubles as a family room, while the primary bedroom features a spacious walk-in closet and a desk area with custom shelving. The finished and newly renovated basement adds bonus space & a bookcase door, and the partially fenced landscaped yard with a blue stone patio and sprinkler system is perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Conveniently located to the newly rebuilt Robbins Farm/Skyline Park, "featuring dueling slides", Brackett School, public transportation, highways, and offering easy access to Cambridge and Boston. Complete with a one-car garage and enclosed breezeway—this home truly has it all! Seller welcomes offers with requests for buyer concessions.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 01/22/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,120
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 6,564 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Wainscoting
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Brackett Elementary School
- Gibbs/Ottoson Middle School
- AHS High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:155.0 B:0006 L:0002,330087
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 22, 2025
Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Kates Erica
Bought by
Epstein Charles S and Gooding Diana M
Seller's Agent
Steve McKenna
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Suzanna Krmzian
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
List Price
$1,179,000
Sold Price
$1,230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
4.33%
Views
80
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
-$2,765
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.35%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$994,648
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$232,587
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 16, 2015
Closed on
Nov 3, 2015
Sold by
Grugan Christopher R and Bonn Nancy
Bought by
Kates Erica
Seller's Agent
Brian and Diana Segool
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Louis Gordon
CENTURY 21 Revolution
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.02%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.63%
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 6, 2005
Sold by
Verbesey Jennifer E and Verbesey Paul J
Bought by
Grugan Christopher R and Bonn Nancy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2000
Sold by
Heredia Anthony F and Heredia Shelly L
Bought by
Verbesey Paul J and Verbesey Jennifer E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 1999
Sold by
Riley Edward H and Riley Janie D
Bought by
Heredia Anthony F and Heredia Shelly L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 1996
Sold by
Hunt Tony J and Hunt Clare M
Bought by
Riley Edward H and Riley Janie D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 14, 1993
Sold by
Midland Phil L and Midland Susan M
Bought by
Hunt Tony J and Hunt Clare M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1987
Sold by
Jones Brian K
Bought by
Midland Phil L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epstein Charles S | $1,230,000 | None Available | |
| Epstein Charles S | $1,230,000 | None Available | |
| Kates Erica | $610,000 | -- | |
| Kates Erica | $610,000 | -- | |
| Grugan Christopher R | $545,000 | -- | |
| Grugan Christopher R | $545,000 | -- | |
| Grugan Christopher R | $545,000 | -- | |
| Verbesey Paul J | $405,000 | -- | |
| Heredia Anthony F | $339,000 | -- | |
| Riley Edward H | $225,700 | -- | |
| Riley Edward H | $225,700 | -- | |
| Hunt Tony J | $200,000 | -- | |
| Midland Phil L | $220,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Epstein Charles S | $1,000,000 | |
| Closed | Epstein Charles S | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kates Erica | $415,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Midland Phil L | $417,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Sold | $1,230,000 | +4.3% | $613 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/22/2025 01/22/25 | For Sale | $1,179,000 | +93.3% | $587 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/03/2015 11/03/15 | Sold | $610,000 | -3.0% | $324 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/27/2015 09/27/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/16/2015 09/16/15 | For Sale | $629,000 | -- | $334 / 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 | $12,151 | $1,128,200 | $617,000 | $511,200 |
| 2024 | $11,120 | $1,050,000 | $592,300 | $457,700 |
| 2023 | $10,199 | $909,800 | $518,200 | $391,600 |
| 2022 | $9,914 | $868,100 | $493,600 | $374,500 |
| 2021 | $9,706 | $855,900 | $493,600 | $362,300 |
| 2020 | $9,466 | $855,900 | $493,600 | $362,300 |
| 2019 | $8,475 | $752,700 | $462,700 | $290,000 |
| 2018 | $8,155 | $672,300 | $382,500 | $289,800 |
| 2017 | $8,057 | $641,500 | $351,700 | $289,800 |
| 2016 | $7,816 | $610,600 | $320,800 | $289,800 |
| 2015 | $7,961 | $587,500 | $314,600 | $272,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Steve McKenna
-
Tracy Wallace
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Tracy Wallace
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(617) 686-9750
13 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Suzanna Krmzian
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Suzanna Krmzian
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(781) 266-6864
2 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
Brian and Diana Segool
B
Seller's Agent in 2015
Brian and Diana Segool
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
12 in this area
102 Total Sales
-
Louis Gordon
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Louis Gordon
CENTURY 21 Revolution
(857) 210-9925
26 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73328270
APN: ARLI-000155-000006-000002
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