$769,000
74 HAMLET STREET / ARLINGTON
SQUARE FEET 1,180
CONDO FEE $187 a month
BEDROOMS 3 BATHS 1
LAST SOLD FOR $725,000 in 2021
PROS This deleaded unit with central air is on the first floor of a 1922 two-decker near Arlington Center, Spy Pond, and the Mystic Lakes. From the wide front porch, step into a tiled entryway with a nature-themed mural on the wall; the rest of the home has hardwood floors. Past a dining room with bay windows, the living room has a fireplace, recessed lighting, and deep blue walls. A hallway off the living area links three bedrooms and an updated bath. The kitchen features granite counters and stainless appliances, including a vented range hood. A private porch in back leads to the shared yard and deeded parking space. The unit comes with its own laundry and storage area in the basement. CONS No en suite bath; an offer has been accepted.
Carmen Maianu, Domus Ave Realty, 857-321-1773, carmen@domusaverealty.com
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$1,599,000
35 BARTLETT AVENUE / ARLINGTON
SQUARE FEET 2,882
LOT SIZE 0.2 acre
BEDROOMS 6 BATHS 2 full, 1 half
LAST SOLD FOR $775,177 in 2011
PROS A front porch swing beckons visitors to this turn-of-the-century, corner-lot Victorian just a block from Mass. Ave. Step into a spacious foyer with built-in bench, stained glass window, and hardwood floors (found throughout). At left, the living room has pocket doors and bay windows, while the dining room includes a fireplace, pantry, and deck access. The newer kitchen features modern cabinets, stainless appliances, granite counters and island, and sliders to the deck; a powder room is nearby. Three second-floor bedrooms, one with a walk-in closet and laundry room, share a spacious bath. The top floor holds three smaller bedrooms and a bath with skylight. The large backyard slopes down to a two-car garage. CONS No central air.
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Sven Andersen, Andersen Group Realty, 781-739-2258, andersengrouprealty.com
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