Come admire this renovated SFH in dreamy location on a quiet street near Commuter rail/Waverely bus station, shopping, Beaver Brook Park and Butler Elementary School. You'll find this beautiful house with a fenced-in yard and double-wide 4+ car driveway offers what you've been waiting for at an incredible price. A huge entry parlor/mudroom and/or a space for a sun-filled office. The living room and dining room have a flowing, open floor plan. The kitchen is renovated to include loads of storage and food prep space, 2 sinks, a pantry, and laundry. This level also has a chalet-style cathedral ceiling, wood paneled room with skylight and sliders to the deck which overlooks a sprawling yard with a play structure (that remains). First-floor also includes a Bath with tiled shower.2nd floor has 3 bedrooms all with large closet space. Primary bedroom has a tremendous closet space & a family bath with tub/shower. Attic space accessible via hatch for additional storage potential. The lower level offers a large carpeted open area which can be used as a gym/den/game/play room, and also includes a very large half bath with shower potential. HVAC/utility room and a large storage room for all your extras. Outside features an additional storage room for outdoor deck furniture to be stored over the winter. This house is described as "Very Walkable" on the real estate sites. This is an absolutely tremendous location that is close to loads of restaurant choices, the Butler Elementary School, grocery store, cafes, florist, wine/cheese shop, post office, exercise studios, banks, salons, spray park, hiking trails with bridges over rivers (dogs allowed) and just a couple of blocks from the train (commuter rail) and the 73 bus line Waverley stop to Harvard Square. Looking for an updated property that needs nothing and in close proximity to so many food and transportation options? A street that has a basketball hoop on it and gets closed off by cones for neighborhood parties? Where neighbors offer to take care of your pets, lawn watering and mail while your away? You're buying more than a house. You get an incredible neighborhood loaded with conveniences that don't require a car. Features of Belmont: Nationally recognized schools, new High School, Library, Ice Rink, newer pools, fire stations, renovated police station, parks and playgrounds (free summer concerts), and 3 vibrant shopping areas in town and loads of public greenspace.
For sale
$1,149,000
56 Agassiz Ave, Belmont, MA 02478
3beds
2,085sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1896
4,900 Square Feet Lot
$1,148,100 Zestimate®
$551/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Chalet-style cathedral ceilingFenced-in yard
- 1 day
- 201
- 6
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Anne Mahon 617-990-7660,
Leading Edge Real Estate 617-484-1900
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73574335
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 282.33
- Dimensions: 22 x 12.83
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 100.85
- Dimensions: 11.75 x 8.58
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 115.5
- Dimensions: 11 x 10.5
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 22.45
- Dimensions: 5.08 x 4.42
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 49.88
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 4.75
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Basement
- Area: 75.25
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 7.17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 152.25
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 10.5
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Basement
- Area: 545.04
- Dimensions: 25.75 x 21.17
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 152.25
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 10.5
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 163.61
- Dimensions: 12.92 x 12.67
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Slider, Mud Room, Entry Hall, Great Room, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
- Windows: Skylight, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,085
- Total interior livable area: 2,085 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,695
- Finished area below ground: 390
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,900 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:33 P:000075 S:,360487
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Belmont
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $551/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,175,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,524
- Date on market: 9/9/2026
- Exclusions: Personal Property
Estimated market value
$1,148,100
$1.09M - $1.21M
$4,772/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,149,000-1.8%$551/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Listing removed | $1,169,500$561/sqft |
Source:  NextHome #73514723 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $1,169,500-2.5%$561/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73514723 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $1,199,000-4%$575/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Price change | $1,249,000-3.8%$599/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+14.4%$623/sqft |
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| 7/31/2023 | Sold | $1,135,000+0.6%$544/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73115856 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2023 | Contingent | $1,128,000$541/sqft |
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| 5/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,128,000+162.3%$541/sqft |
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| 4/29/2011 | Sold | $430,000+31.2%$206/sqft |
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| 3/11/2010 | Sold | $327,702-25.5%$157/sqft |
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| 4/28/2008 | Listing removed | $439,900$211/sqft |
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| 4/25/2008 | Price change | $439,900-8.3%$211/sqft |
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| 3/15/2008 | Price change | $479,900-9.1%$230/sqft |
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| 2/21/2008 | Listed for sale | $528,000+59%$253/sqft |
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| 7/2/2001 | Sold | $332,000$159/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,028 +5.7% | $1,056,000 -2% |
| 2024 | $11,384 +0.5% | $1,078,000 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $11,330 +5.8% | $1,008,000 +8.9% |
| 2022 | $10,705 -8.2% | $926,000 -8.3% |
| 2021 | $11,655 +19.5% | $1,010,000 +13.9% |
| 2020 | $9,757 +15.5% | $887,000 +22.5% |
| 2019 | $8,449 +2.4% | $724,000 +6.6% |
| 2018 | $8,250 +1.4% | $679,000 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $8,134 +9.4% | $641,000 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $7,436 +18.8% | $592,000 +22.1% |
| 2015 | $6,257 +2.5% | $485,000 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $6,102 -0.7% | $452,000 -2% |
| 2013 | $6,145 +0.9% | $461,000 +1.1% |
| 2012 | $6,088 +1.7% | $456,000 +0.9% |
| 2011 | $5,984 +4.9% | $452,000 -3.6% |
| 2010 | $5,703 +2.5% | $469,000 +0.2% |
| 2009 | $5,565 +3.5% | $468,000 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $5,376 -3.1% | $477,000 -11.3% |
| 2007 | $5,547 +5.5% | $538,000 +6.5% |
| 2006 | $5,257 +3.5% | $505,000 +6.3% |
| 2005 | $5,078 +5.1% | $475,000 +5.3% |
| 2004 | $4,830 +7.2% | $451,000 +7.9% |
| 2003 | $4,506 +9.1% | $418,000 +13.3% |
| 2002 | $4,129 +23.9% | $369,000 +31.3% |
| 2001 | $3,333 +12.1% | $281,000 +30.1% |
| 1999 | $2,972 | $216,000 |
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Neighborhood: 02478
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ask Sch Super
- Middle: Chenery
- High: Bhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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