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Historic Thaddeus Frost House (c. 1827), a rare Federal-style Colonial prominently situated on a picturesque 12,486 sq. ft. corner lot in Belmont's desirable Winn Brook neighborhood, near Belmont Center. Rich in architectural character and period detail, this distinctive property features wide pine floors, original millwork, built-ins, and multiple fireplaces. An exceptional opportunity for contractors, developers, restoration specialists, or buyers seeking a major restoration project or the possibility of constructing a new home, subject to required approvals. Convenient to Belmont Center, Route 2, public transportation, Cambridge, Boston, and Winn Brook Elementary School.PROPERTY REQUIRES EXTENSIVE STRUCTURAL REHABILITATION AND IS BEING SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS. Significant termite damage affects main support beams, sills, and numerous floor joists. The foundation requires substantial restoration. Visible knob-and-tube wiring is present, and the house requires rewiring. Property is not connected to municipal sewer, and the Town has no records identifying an existing septic system or cesspool.The Thaddeus Frost House is listed on the Town and Massachusetts Registers of Historic Places and is located within its own Historic District. EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS, ADDITIONS, OR DEMOLITION FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION REQUIRE REVIEW AND A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS (COA) FROM THE BELMONT HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION. A demolition delay of up to one year may apply. Any proposed replacement home, including its exterior architectural design, is subject to applicable Historic District regulations and approvals.SELLER HAS OBTAINED A CONDITIONAL CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS AUTHORIZING DEMOLITION OF A PORTION OF THE EXISTING REAR ADDITION, SUBJECT TO THE COMMISSION'S CONDITIONS. See MLS Documents for details, including the COA application, photographs, floor plans identifying the approved demolition area, and an AI-generated conceptual rendering illustrating the home's potential appearance following removal of the rear addition. Rendering is for illustrative purposes only and does not represent final approved construction plans.
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Basic Information
- Bedrooms4
- Mls StatusBack on Market
- Bathroom3
- Lot Features Corner Lot, Level
- Parcel Number M:45 P:000087 S:,361959
- Road Frontage DescriptionPaved
Tax Information
- Tax Assessed Value $1,046,000
- Tax Year 2026
- Taxes$12,439
School Information
- High School Belmont High
- Elementary SchoolWinn Brook Or Tbd
- High SchoolBelmont
- Junior HighChenery
Parking
- Parking Spaces6
- Covered Spaces 2
- Garage YN Yes
- Open Parking YN Yes
- Parking Features
- Detached
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Street
- Oversized
- Paved
- Paved Drive
Rooms
- Bathroom 1 First
- Bathroom 2 First,8.9 x 7.1
- Bathroom 3 Second,13.4 x 10.4
- Bathrooms Total Decimal 2.5
- Bedroom 2 Second,17.3 x 13.1
- Bedroom 3 Second,13.9 x 9.1
- Bedroom 4 Second,15.1 x 13.2
- Dining Room First,14.5 x 13.4
- Family Room First,17 x 14
- Full Bath2
- Half Baths1
- Kitchen First,15.4 x 13.6
- Living Room First,17.7 x 13.9
- Master Bedroom Second,17.4
- Office Second,6.1 x 7.8
Basic Information
- List Price$995,000
- MLS Number73515664
- Modification Date11/11/2026
- Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
Location
- Address291 Brighton Street
- Building Number291
- CountyMiddlesex
- StateMA
- StreetBrighton Street
- TownBelmont
- Zip02478
Building
- BasementFull, Interior Entry
- Building Area Units Square Feet
- Construction Materials Frame
- FireplaceYes
- Fireplace Features Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Fireplaces Total 3
- FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar
- Garage Spaces2
- Property StyleColonial, Antique
- Rooms8
- Utilities For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Window Features Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Year Built1827
- Year Built Details Approximate
- Year Built Source Public Records
Property
- Acreage0.29
Interior
- Flooring Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Interior Features Closet, Entry Hall, Home Office, Walk-up Attic
Exterior
- Exterior Features Rain Gutters
- Fencing Fenced/Enclosed
- RoofShingle
Utilities
- Electric Circuit Breakers,100 Amp Service, Knob & Tube Wiring
- Heat SystemYes
- Heating Baseboard, Oil
- Sewer Public Sewer, Private Sewer
- Water Source Public
Property Information
- Square Feet2,712
- Building Area Source Public Records
- Living Area 2,712
- Lot Size Square Feet 12,486
- Lot Size Units Acres
Amenities
- Amenities
- Conservation Area
- Golf
- House of Worship
- Medical Facility
- Park
- Pool
- Public School
- Public Transportation
- Shopping
- Sidewalks
- Tennis Court(s)
- Appliances IncludedElectric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Legal
- ZoningSC
Other
- Date Listed05/09/2026
- Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
- View Count21
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Listed by Jim & Mike Savas Team of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
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