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Welcome to this charming, sun-filled Colonial, perfectly positioned on a picturesque tree-lined street in Belmont's highly desirable Payson Park neighborhood, where classic character, comfortable living, and an exceptional location come together. Just steps from the beautifully renovated Payson Park, this inviting home offers abundant natural light and generous living space throughout. The main level features a fireplaced living room, formal dining room with a built-in hutch, and a bright kitchen with a vaulted ceiling, gas cooking, and breakfast peninsula. A half bath and spacious family room addition with a cathedral ceiling and slider to a patio create a comfortable flow for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features an adjoining office or flexible bonus space, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Hardwood floors, central air conditioning, and select replacement windows add to the home's appeal. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped yard complete with a sprinkler system, generous outdoor space, and a large storage shed. Conveniently located near Fresh Pond Reservoir, neighborhood shops and restaurants, the 73 bus to Harvard Square, with easy access to Cambridge and Boston.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms3
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom2
  • Listing Terms Contract
  • Lot Features Gentle Sloping
  • Parcel Number M:03 P:000130 S:,356123
  • Road Frontage DescriptionPaved

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $1,353,000
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$15,573

School Information

  • High School Belmont High School
  • Elementary School*wellington
  • Junior HighBelmont Middle School

Parking

  • Parking Spaces3
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Off Street, Paved

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 First
  • Bathroom 2 Second
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 1.5
  • Bedroom 2 Second,13 x 9
  • Bedroom 3 Second,10 x 10
  • Dining Room First,14 x 11
  • Family Room Main, First,11 x 9
  • Full Bath1
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen First,18 x 12
  • Living Room First,24 x 11
  • Master Bedroom Second,13
  • Office Second,8 x 8

Basic Information

  • List Price$1,399,000
  • MLS Number73566307
  • Modification Date08/20/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence

Location

  • SubdivisionPayson Park
  • Address74 Van Ness Road
  • Building Number74
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetVan Ness Road
  • TownBelmont
  • Zip02478

Building

  • BasementFull, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • Door Features Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • FoundationConcrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features Patio
  • Property StyleColonial
  • Rooms8
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Gas Dryer
  • Window Features Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
  • Year Built1924
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.15

Interior

  • Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Home Office

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Patio, Storage
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric Circuit Breakers
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Steam, Oil, Electric
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,632
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,632
  • Lot Size Square Feet 6,610
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Park
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • Sidewalks
  • Appliances IncludedWater Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Other

  • Date Listed08/20/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count1

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Listed by Kristin Santagati of Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

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