$866,000
SOLD FEB 27, 2025

5 Brown St Bedford, MA 01730

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,927 Sq Ft
6,451 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$449 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Lt. Elezer Davis Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of February 2025

Charming & Energy-Efficient 3BR Cape Cod on Corner Lot. This beautifully maintained flexible 3-bedroom Cape Cod is located in a highly sought-after area, just moments from town center and bike trails. Situated on a picturesque corner lot, the home offers a pretty, fenced backyard and well-appointed living spaces. Key Features: Energy-efficient home with solar panels, split systems and oil burner, hardwood floors, desirable 1st floor main bedroom, 2 full baths, spacious living room with fireplace, 1 car garage and convenient mudroom/office entry, partially finished lower level offers expansion potential & bonus space, lovely fenced outdoor space for entertaining and relaxation. This home provides the perfect combination of comfort, charm, and convenience. Close to local amenities, outdoor activities, and public transportation. A must-see property in desirable Bedford!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diane Cadogan Hughes

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 01/30/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Pamela Ely

Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord

Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,131

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 6,451 Sq Ft Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,927 Sq Ft Home
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Davis/Lane Elementary School
  • JGMS Middle School
  • BHS High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 5 Cooling Zones
  • 6 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Patio

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:045 P:0086,351401

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,131

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Mud Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 180
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 210
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 144
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 144
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Family Room Area: 294
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Room Kitchen Area: 144
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 208
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1927
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN0538
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 428.13
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 449.4
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • SEWAGE DISTRICT: MWRA
  • HEAT ZONES: 6
  • COOLING ZONES: 5

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:045 P:0086,351401
  • Zoning: C
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6451
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 272
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Generation: Solar

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9131
  • Tax Book Number: 59020

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Bhs
  • Elementary School: Davis/Lane
  • Middle Or Junior School: Jgms

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2020
Sold by
Mccarthy Jennifer L
Bought by
Mccarthy Jennifer L and Hller Randall
Current Estimated Value
$891,625

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2008
Sold by
Falzone Michael J and Liang Samuel
Bought by
Falzone Lindsey A and Fonseca Lindsey A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2008
Sold by
Cook James and Cook Marion
Bought by
Falzone Michael J and Liang Samuel
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $510,000 --
Deed $510,000 --
Deed $369,000 --
Deed $369,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $408,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $15,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $50,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Sold $866,000 +5.0% $449 / Sq Ft
02/08/2025 02/08/25 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 For Sale $825,000 +94.1% $428 / Sq Ft
05/02/2012 05/02/12 Sold $425,000 -6.6% $278 / Sq Ft
03/08/2012 03/08/12 Pending -- -- --
02/29/2012 02/29/12 Price Changed $455,000 -3.2% $297 / Sq Ft
12/14/2011 12/14/11 Price Changed $470,000 -3.1% $307 / Sq Ft
09/07/2011 09/07/11 Price Changed $485,000 -2.8% $317 / Sq Ft
07/27/2011 07/27/11 Price Changed $499,000 -3.1% $326 / Sq Ft
06/19/2011 06/19/11 For Sale $515,000 -- $337 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $9,131 $758,400 $463,000 $295,400
2024 $8,580 $722,200 $440,900 $281,300
2023 $8,176 $655,100 $417,700 $237,400
2022 $8,352 $615,000 $417,700 $197,300
2021 $0 $602,200 $417,700 $184,500
2020 $7,672 $582,100 $397,600 $184,500
2019 $4,828 $579,300 $397,600 $181,700
2018 $7,290 $530,600 $346,900 $183,700
2017 $7,892 $532,900 $357,400 $175,500
2016 $7,475 $489,200 $324,900 $164,300
2015 $7,002 $478,900 $324,900 $154,000
2014 $7,157 $455,600 $309,400 $146,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73330658

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BEDF-000045-000000-000086