263 Common St, Belmont, MA 02478
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$2,050,000
5 Beds
4 Baths
2691 SQFT
0.31 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Sited on the crest of a knoll on quintessential Common Street, a 1/3 acre between Belmont Center & Cushing Sq, this meandering 5-bed 3.5-bath Colonial blends timeless architecture with modernizations in a charming, fairytale setting. A gracious entry foyer welcomes us into a living room w/3 exposures, fireplace, custom built-ins; dining room w/original built-ins, central kitchen w/ exceptional storage, cozy library & powder room. The 2 main floor bedrooms/bathroom are multi-use spaces & may form a separate suite from the main house for inlaws/au pair. Upstairs is a primary suite w/WIC & renovated luxe bath, 2 corner bedrooms + gut-renovated bath. Updates include roof replacement, new windows across the main house, 7 mini-splits w/3 condensers & electric car charger. 1000-1400sf expansion potential in the attic & basement with finished stairs. Moments to top-rated schools, shops, restaurants & train, this home offers the best of New England living on one of its most picturesque streets.

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Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Conservation Area
  • Golf Course
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Swimming Pool
  • T-Station
  • Tennis Court
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 3
  • Half Baths 1
  • Master Bath: 1

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 10
  • Laundry Room Features: Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Access

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Other (See Remarks)
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling Zones: 7
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Electric Dryer, for Electric Oven, for Electric Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Garage Door Opener, Side Entry
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Improved Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2691
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1942
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Foundation Info: Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Exterior Features: Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Stone Wall, Storage Shed
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73438867
  • Last Updated: 10/03/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
10/02/2025New$2,050,000$762MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Sarah Reddick Shimoff, Compass
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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