Description
Grand 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!
Details
| MLS # | 73295598 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1850 |
| Days On Site | 268 |
| Listing Provided By | Belmont Homes Realty | Sarah DeStefano |
Features
| Bed(s) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 6 Total |
| SQ Feet | 5,400 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Basement | Y |
| Zoning | res |
| Acreage | 0.51 |
| Property View | Yes |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 15 |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil |
| Interior Features | Bedroom, Bonus Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub |
| Appliances | Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Patio, Sprinkler System, City View(s), Guest House, Stone Wall |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle, Slate, Rubber |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive |
Utilities
| Utilities | for Electric Range, Washer Hookup |
|---|
Location
| Community Features | Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station |
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| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Belmont |
| Zip Code | 02478 |
| Area | Middlesex |
| Listing VS Median (in 02478) | |
Price: $3,290,000 low | high Med: $650,000 SqFt: 5,400 low | high Med: 1,049 $ / SqFt: $609 low | high Med: $620 On site: 268 low | high Med: 31.000000 | |
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