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Listing broker remarks

Belmont Hill, Set back from the street beyond a graceful circular drive, this custom-built 1959 mid-century modern home sits on a stunning, expansive lot. Built as a Dream Home for a large family, this sprawling 12 room residence has been enjoyed for generations. The main level alone offers nearly 3,000 square ft, laid out with almost no steps in or out. Easy flow rarely found in homes of this era with an oversized attached 2-car garage. Authentic mid-century luxury lives throughout: walls of glass dissolve the line between indoors and out, framing the private natural yard as a living backdrop. Handsome wood accent walls, clever custom built-ins, and well crafted period details remain beautifully intact. This home was designed for gathering, with generous rooms for family activity and entertaining. Downstairs, a central foyer anchors two distinct wings, including a walk-out lower level, two separate staircases allowing unlimited potential for recreation, wellness, home office, or guest wing. Few homes offer this kind of flexibility for multi-generational living. Numerous recent upgrades, while still offering room to further enhance or expand this Iconic home. A rare offering of privacy and scale.— Belmont Homes Realty

Key details

  • 4,538 sq ft
  • 23,360 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1959 built
  • $605 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠5⁠8⁠9⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
40 Woodfall Rd
Town
Belmont, MA
ZIP
02478
Deed (Bk/Pg)
1243 / 22

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Hillcrest Area

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Neighborhood: Belmont

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.