31 Sunset Rd, Arlington, MA 02474
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OFF MARKET

31 Sunset Rd
Arlington, MA 02474

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,153 sqft

$1,494,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,007/mo*
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$1,494,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,007/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,153 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 31 Sunset Rd.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1931
Living Area
2,153 sqft
Price/Sqft
$694
Parking
Garage

About this House

Stunning, renovated 9 room Cape with incredible, private yard in sought after Heights location! Front to back living room boasts wood burning fireplace and built in cabinetry. Dining room leads to amazing chef's kitchen with family room addition. Thoughtfully designed kitchen featuring white cabinetry, Bosch gas range & stylish countertops opens to sunlit family room with access to deck & expansive yard. Beautifully landscaped and serene yard with bluestone patio great for hosting gatherings and outdoor dining. Office/bedroom also on the first floor. Spacious primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling and tree top views is the perfect retreat. Two additional good sized bedrooms & family bath on the second level. The lower level bonus room with mini split for heat/AC ideal for family room, guest bedroom or office. Luxurious full bath with walk in shower also in the lower level. Brick garage and plenty of driveway parking. Close to Peirce School, Minuteman Bikeway, Heights shops & restaurants.
31 Sunset Rd, Arlington, MA 02474 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,153 sqft single-family home built in 1931. It last sold for $1,482,000 on May 30, 2025 (21% above the $1,225,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,494,200, with a rent estimate of $4,397/month.

Home Details for 31 Sunset Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2153 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Basement,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated Windows, ScreensDoor: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring Hardwood, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedExterior: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone WallFoundation: StoneGarden
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 5No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Detached,Storage,Paved Drive
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1919Finished Area (below surface): 234

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1931
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 322907

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,225,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon May 05 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Arlington
School Information
Elementary School: PeirceJr High / Middle School: Gibbs/OttosonHigh School: Ahs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2153 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6669 sqft

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73366266Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1919

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsBike PathConservation AreaHighway AccessPublic SchoolSidewalks
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Terry McCarthy, (617) 435-2001
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont, (617) 484-5300
Bought with: The Watson Team, (617) 921-5918, RE/MAX Way, (781) 326-5855
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73366266

Price History for 31 Sunset Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/30/2025$1,482,000Sold
MLS PIN #73366266
04/29/2025$1,225,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73366266

Market trends in Arlington

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.03M
$52.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.1%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$591
$20MoM
Available listings
102
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,720
Assessment$902,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 31 Sunset Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
77 Forest St, Arlington, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/17/26
3
2.5
1,767
11 Pine Ct, Arlington, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,277,000
09/25/25
3
1.5
1,824
45 Sunset Rd, Arlington, MA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
06/29/26
3
1.5
1,179
128 Blossom St, Arlington, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
08/19/25
3
2
1,276
85 Sunset Rd, Arlington, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$937,000
06/04/26
3
1.5
1,301
15 Edmund Rd, Arlington, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$855,000
10/28/25
3
1.5
1,718
14 Aerial St, Arlington, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,016,000
05/05/26
3
1.5
1,490
614 Summer St, Arlington, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,066,000
08/18/25
4
1.5
1,570
15 Berkeley St, Arlington, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$915,000
06/26/26
4
1.5
2,944
96 Paul Revere Rd, Arlington, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
06/18/26
3
3
2,112

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What Locals Say about Arlington

At least 282 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say car is needed

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say there are community events

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    "Perfect for families with kids, great neighborhood, trick n treat, family events, kids park, fun for families!"
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    "Easy commute, traffic during rush hour but nothing worse than normal boston traffic. Easy access to the train. Lots of trails for commuting via bike or walking. Lots of parks."
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  • Nick Gotch
    "It’s a very family friendly neighborhood in close proximity to both downtown Boston and the surrounding suburbs."
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  • Bonfiglio.lc
    "Great school, safe, welcoming. Many grocery stores, coffee shops and activities for kids. We love living here"
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    "Lots of places to walk your dog with plenty of hills for good exercise. Local park has off-leash times for pup to roam (with your supervision of course)"
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    "I’ve lived here for three years and wish I didn’t. Crime, broken windshields, stolen bikes. Just like I was living in NYC in the 80’s. "
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    "Summer music event has been very well organized every year. A lot of libraries and sing along events for kids. Not to mention tons of playgrounds, parks, trails that are easily accessible to residents."
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  • Rgiulietti61
    "Excellent schools playgrounds close by. very walkable from most parts of town bike path runs through the town. Easy access to the T. Easy commute into Boston. Off major highways. Tons of restaurants from take out to dine in. Farmers market in the center During the warmer months. "
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  • Graham B.
    "Nice safe place to live. Good schools and transport network to the various middle and high schools. High school is about to be rebuilt. "
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  • Nels_frye
    "Arlington center is lovely, historic, convenient and a perfect blend of suburb and city. Just too bad they blocked the red line from coming here. "
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  • Malissa B.
    "I work from home because the commute is a bit of a pain. If I do go into our Back Bay office, it can take upwards of 25 minutes to drive to Alewife station and an addition 40-60 minutes to take the T to Boston."
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  • Younia
    "Pond in downtown area. Lots of walking space. Friendly people. Diverse. Good restaurants. Wildlife. "
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    "There really isn’t a better place in terms of density - not too dense but not completely auto-reliant. Mass transit and distribution of retail throughout neighborhoods could be better so we don’t have to use cars at all. "
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  • Allysonsaunders
    "There are many dog owners frequently walking dogs. We are also a couple of blocks from the mystic river with a beautiful natural walk way that is very popular with dog walkers."
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  • Jennifer_27
    "Very easy. Live on an ultra quiet side street but it’s just minutes from Rte. 2 and 128, and 20 minutes from 93. "
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  • Lakshmiswethadri
    "Public transport is not that great. Bus facility is ok. But the are is good for living. It shld be good if we get train facility from here"
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  • Shawn T.
    "Arlington is a beautiful and quiet suburb that is super super close to a train station that’ll take you straight into Boston. You get that nice quiet suburb feel with easy access to the city"
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  • Shawn T.
    "There are a lot of dog owners in the neighborhood. Although they usually own their house or apartment. Finding an apartment that allows dogs and is affordable is very difficult/almost impossible in all of Boston, and Arlington is no exception."
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  • Sarah B.
    "Easy! I work 15 minutes away by car and hit no major traffic. If i need to get downtown I can walk to Alewife, Davis, or pick up a bus."
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  • Cscott1381
    "Constant presence of dogs, with nearby parks. Numerous amenities for dogs in the area and generally welcomed inmost places"
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  • Jrcallinan
    "I have owned dogs in this neighborhood for the last 15 years and love the fact that there are parks to run off leash and many other dog owners. "
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  • Meagon B.
    "Very accessible to public transport and the expressway. Morning traffic can get busy after 7:15am. Buses run late often"
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  • Dbuiiock50913
    "I've lived in the area for 3 years. Neighbors are friendly, playground and splash pad are good for the kids, close by the commuter rail and 5m walk to nearest buses going to Arlington Center, Cambridge, or Alewife. "
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  • Joy M.
    "I’m visiting a clients home and this is my first time in Arlington. I love it, it seems like a really nice town and a good place to live if you want to start a family or are a in college or are just living by urself"
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  • Jordan
    "Arlington is a really beautiful town that is huge and obnoxiously overpriced. Traffic from Arlington to Boston is ridiculous and in general the town is pretty boring."
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  • Lou.villirilli
    "Very safe, lots of parks, schools, etc. Very family friendly. Low crime rate, very few bars/liquor stores. Overall it’s a veddy nice. "
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  • Michelle R.
    "My commute is very easy as I work in this town as well that being said there is public transportation to get you anywhere you need"
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  • Cassie H.
    "Lots of dog owners live here, and there are many well-kept paths and walkways and parks to enjoy, including an enclosed dog park. People generally pick up after their dogs and respect the lease laws."
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  • Josh
    "Bicycle to Woburn. Backroads most of the way. Traffic is not too bad. There can be some glass on the roads, so watch out for that. "
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  • Cfmoran
    "We have community events, porchfest was the last one ... everybody gets along and the neighborhood is special "
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    "I have lived here for 14 years, with and without kids. Super family friendly neighborhood, nice walking distance to all the important things. Very safe and comfortable."
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  • Nels
    "Best possible place for dog owners and dog enthusiasts. Beautiful. And lots of great dogs to observe "
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  • Jordan
    "Limited off leash hours and happy to ticket. Though there are plenty of dog owners, people are pretty anti dog in general in Arlington. "
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  • Maureen L.
    "Great neighborhood! We love our neighbors who have become family! We are close to everything - easy commute into Boston with all the charm of the suburbs. "
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    "Porch fest and town day are eventful. A lot of vendors/musicians around. It’s pretty busy at those times but also very diverse climate. "
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    "Local shop events, 5ks for local charities, many hip shops and restaurants, the Capitol Theater makes for great date night. Arlington day and porch fest!"
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Frequently asked questions about 31 Sunset Rd

  • What is 31 Sunset Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 31 Sunset Rd in Arlington, MA is $1,494,200.
  • What is the price history for 31 Sunset Rd?
    31 Sunset Rd in Arlington, MA last sold for $1,482,000 in May 2025.
  • Is Arlington a buyer's or seller's market?
    Arlington is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Arlington?
    The median sale price in Arlington is $1.03M. That is up $52.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 31 Sunset Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 31 Sunset Rd in Arlington, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 31 Sunset Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 31 Sunset Rd in Arlington, MA has in-unit laundry.
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