72 Madison Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
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OFF MARKET

$1,084,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,329 sqft

72 Madison Ave, Arlington, MA 02474

Est. Refi. Payment $6,785/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 23, 2024 for $1,005,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.08M
Since last month
Decreased$19K (-1.7%)
Since last year
Increased$45K (+4.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$79K (+7.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +90% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.08M
August 2026$1.1M
July 2026$1.12M
June 2026$1.12M
May 2026$1.19M
April 2026$1.14M
March 2026$1.07M
February 2026$1.04M
January 2026$1.02M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
197 Lowell St, Arlington, MA
0.19
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3
1.5
1,415
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0.28
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$1,165,000
08/10/26
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2.5
1,700
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0.34
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$937,000
06/04/26
3
1.5
1,301
77 Wright St, Arlington, MA
0.38
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$925,000
09/15/26
4
2
1,536
58 Alpine St, Arlington, MA
0.15
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$845,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,271
21 Montague St, Arlington, MA
0.12
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$1,400,000
06/17/26
5
2
2,370
45 Sunset Rd, Arlington, MA
0.32
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$1,025,000
06/29/26
3
1.5
1,179
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0.23
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$915,000
06/26/26
4
1.5
2,944
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0.47
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$1,016,000
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1,490
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0.42
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$899,000
06/24/26
3
1.5
1,567

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
99 Madison Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
0.07
$1,159,600
3
1.5
1,589
Off Market
101 Madison Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
0.08
$1,882,700
4
4
3,697
Off Market
108 Madison Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
0.08
$1,597,000
3
1.5
1,928
Off Market
63 Orient Ave #1, Arlington, MA 02474
0.10
-
3
2.5
1,700
Off Market
3 Crescent Hill Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
0.06
$1,256,100
4
1.5
2,020
Off Market
33 Montague St, Arlington, MA 02474
0.11
$1,314,400
3
1.5
1,920
Off Market
29 Montague St, Arlington, MA 02474
0.11
$1,195,400
3
2.5
2,200
Off Market
21 Montague St, Arlington, MA 02474
0.12
$1,400,000
5
2
2,370
Recently Sold
93 Crescent Hill Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
0.14
$1,141,000
6
4
3,670
Recently Sold
103 Orient Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
0.16
$1,592,200
4
2.5
3,694
Off Market
157 Westminster Ave #2, Arlington, MA 02474
0.14
-
3
2
1,714
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1934
1,329 sqft
$816/sqft
Attached Garage

About this House

Experience the seamless blend of indoor and outdoor comfort and convenience at 72 Madison Ave, with easy access to Peirce Elementary, McClennen Park and Arlington Reservoir in the Mount Gilboa neighborhood. Upon entry, you are greeted with an expanded living room with charming bay window and hardwood floors that flows into the stylish dining room. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinet and counter space, plus access to your backyard oasis, complete with screened-in porch, patio and a sprawling backyard. The first floor also features a bedroom and full bathroom. Upstairs, the recently renovated second floor features two large bedrooms and a full bathroom with double vanity. The long list of updates to this home includes a new hot water heater in 2023, exterior paint in 2022, new kitchen appliances and laundry in 2020, new windows in 2019 and top floor dormer and bath installed, electric heat pump heat and AC in 2018.
72 Madison Ave, Arlington, MA 02474 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,329 sqft single-family home built in 1934. It last sold for $1,005,000 on Aug 23, 2024 (12% above the $895,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,084,800, with a rent estimate of $3,889/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team, (781) 645-0505
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, (781) 648-3500
Bought with: Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team, (617) 844-2712, Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, (617) 864-4430
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73271894

Home Details for 72 Madison Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1329 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Overhead,In BasementMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump,Electric,DuctlessHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat Pump,DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated Windows, ScreensFlooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle RubberPatio / Porch: Porch - Enclosed, PatioExterior: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, ScreensFoundation: Block, Stone
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Under,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Waterfront: Other (See Remarks), 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: Private RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1934
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:085.0 B:0006 L:0006, 324900

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $895,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Aug 09 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Arlington
School Information
Elementary School: PeirceJr High / Middle School: Ottoson/GibbsHigh School: Ahs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1329 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8499 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73271894

Additional Information

ShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsBike PathConservation AreaHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-Station

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 23, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73271894
Sold
$1,005,000
Aug 7, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73271894
Contingent
$895,000
Jul 31, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73271894
Listed For Sale
$895,000
Oct 15, 2008
Source: N/A
Sold
$405,000

Market trends in Arlington

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.01M
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.6%
1.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$618
$4MoM
Available listings
69
19MoM

Around this home

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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  • Swetag009
    "Perfect for families with kids, great neighborhood, trick n treat, family events, kids park, fun for families!"
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  • Amber M Halt
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Ge X.
    "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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  • Nels_frye
    "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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  • Empaloalto
    "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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  • T. M. H.
    "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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  • Sarah B.
    "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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  • Justinharpin
    "Beer garden on the weekend and farmers market one day a week. There’s always something going on! There’s a community garden as well "
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Frequently asked questions about 72 Madison Ave

  • What is 72 Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 72 Madison Ave in Arlington, MA is $1,084,800.
  • What is the price history for 72 Madison Ave?
    72 Madison Ave in Arlington, MA last sold for $1,005,000 in August 2024.
  • 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 $1.01M. That is up $11.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 72 Madison Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 72 Madison Ave in Arlington, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 72 Madison Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 72 Madison Ave in Arlington, MA has in-unit laundry.

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