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!
Sold for $2,900,000
$2,900,000
30 Somerset St, Belmont, MA 02478
6beds
5,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
0.51 Acres Lot
$3,117,300 Zestimate®
$537/sqft
$2,547 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,117,300
$2.77M - $3.52M
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Stone wallsSpectacular yardElegant front libraryWelcoming gracious entryLarge treesIncredible detailsBreathtaking scenic views
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Listed by:
Sarah DeStefano 617-901-2942,
Belmont Homes Realty 617-901-2942,
Sarah DeStefano 617-901-2942
Bought with:
Karima Alami
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73295598
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: First Floor, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bedroom, Bonus Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,400
- Total interior livable area: 5,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Sprinkler System, City View(s), Guest House, Stone Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s), Scenic View(s), City
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 362654
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique,Italianate
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Belmont
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2024 | Sold | $2,900,000-11.9%$537/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Contingent | $3,290,000$609/sqft |
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| 9/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,290,000+68.7%$609/sqft |
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| 9/27/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/19/2021 | Price change | $2,800-3.4%$1/sqft |
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| 8/8/2021 | Price change | $2,900+3.6%$1/sqft |
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| 7/28/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,800$1/sqft |
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| 1/23/2015 | Sold | $1,950,000-2.3%$361/sqft |
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| 11/29/2014 | Pending sale | $1,995,000$369/sqft |
Source: AG McEvoy Realty #71700335 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+1472.1%$369/sqft |
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| 9/14/2010 | Sold | $126,900$24/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,646 +14.5% | $2,515,000 +6.1% |
| 2024 | $25,027 -22.7% | $2,370,000 -17.7% |
| 2023 | $32,360 +5.2% | $2,879,000 +8.2% |
| 2022 | $30,761 +4.9% | $2,661,000 +4.7% |
| 2021 | $29,323 +6.2% | $2,541,000 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $27,621 +14% | $2,511,000 +21% |
| 2019 | $24,227 -1.6% | $2,076,000 +2.4% |
| 2018 | $24,628 +9% | $2,027,000 +13.9% |
| 2017 | $22,588 +22.8% | $1,780,000 +21.6% |
| 2016 | $18,388 -1.5% | $1,464,000 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $18,666 -1.1% | $1,447,000 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $18,873 +1.3% | $1,398,000 |
| 2013 | $18,635 +2.1% | $1,398,000 +2.3% |
| 2012 | $18,249 -1.6% | $1,367,000 -2.4% |
| 2011 | $18,549 +20.2% | $1,401,000 +10.4% |
| 2010 | $15,431 +1.9% | $1,269,000 -0.4% |
| 2009 | $15,148 +3.1% | $1,274,000 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $14,696 +1% | $1,304,000 -7.6% |
| 2007 | $14,547 +4.4% | $1,411,000 +5.5% |
| 2006 | $13,929 +3.2% | $1,338,000 +5.9% |
| 2005 | $13,501 +3.2% | $1,263,000 +3.4% |
| 2004 | $13,088 +6.8% | $1,222,000 +7.5% |
| 2003 | $12,257 +10.9% | $1,137,000 +15.1% |
| 2002 | $11,056 +12.6% | $988,000 +19.3% |
| 2001 | $9,820 +3.3% | $828,000 +19.8% |
| 1999 | $9,508 | $691,000 |
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Neighborhood: 02478
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- 10/10Winn Brook SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Belmont Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Belmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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- Middlesex County
- Belmont
- 02478
- 30 Somerset St
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