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Listing broker remarks

A rare opportunity to own this quintessential ranch in Belmont's highly sought-after Burbank neighborhood. Situated on a nearly 10,000 sq ft level lot, the expansive backyard offers exceptional space for entertaining, outdoor dining, gardening, recreation, or potential future expansion. The sun-filled main level features a spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room with built-in hutch, vintage eat-in kitchen, three bedrooms, and a full bath. The lower level provides outstanding bonus living space with a large heated family/playroom featuring a second fireplace, half bath, laundry area, and abundant storage. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, updated central air, boiler and indirect hot water tank, partial irrigation system, and attached one-car garage. Enjoy one of Belmont's most desirable locations with easy walking access to schools, library, parks, Belmont Center, shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Easy to show/ready for quick sale!— Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Key details

  • 1,622 sq ft
  • 9,659 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1954 built
  • $776 / sq ft
  • $14,801 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠8⁠8⁠8⁠5⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
6 Shaw Rd
Town
Belmont, MA
ZIP
02478
Deed (Bk/Pg)
68691 / 548

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Shaw Gardens

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Neighborhood: Burbank/Shaw Estates

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.