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$990,000

Est. $6,420/mo —

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2,193

sq ft

81 Ridge St, Arlington, MA 02474

About this home

Welcome to 81 Ridge Street, where timeless charm, comfortable living, and beautiful outdoor spaces come together in a wonderful Arlington setting! Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated by the same family for over 60 years, this inviting brick home seamlessly blends classic character with modern-day comfort. A welcoming living room featuring a beautiful marble fireplace flows into the formal dining room, while the adjoining family room offers additional space for gathering, entertaining, or simply relaxing. Three bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level, while the finished lower level provides versatile space for recreation, hobbies, or a home office. Step outside to discover a private backyard retreat, where a charming patio nestled among established gardens invites peaceful mornings and memorable evenings. The expansive 10,606-square-foot lot, comprised of two formerly separate parcels, offers exceptional outdoor space for gardening, recreation, and endless possibilities. Complete with a two-car garage and convenient access to Arlington's shops, restaurants, parks, and commuter routes, this move-in-ready home is ready for its next chapter. A special place where cherished memories are made and new beginnings await! Showings begin at the Open House 10/29 4-530pm.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

10,606 sq ftLot Size

$451Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Carol Ryerson-Greeley • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listed by • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listing updated: Oct 29, 2026 at 08:05am

Redfin checked: 12 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73596275

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$6,420 per month

Principal and interest$5,403

Property taxes

$885

HOA dues

Home insurance

$132

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11:30am - 1:00pm

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11:30am - 1:00pm

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Bishop Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

10/10

Ottoson Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Arlington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

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About

Morningside

Morningside, located between Arlington Center and the Alewife Brook Reservation, is a residential and commuter-friendly Arlington neighborhood with leafy side streets and a low-rise, village-like feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Massachusetts Avenue and Mill Street corridor, where small storefronts, corner services, and steady foot traffic set the daily rhythm. Housing reads as classic Greater Boston: wood-frame colonials, tidy capes, and mid-century splits with deep setbacks and mature trees. Minuteman Bikeway access shapes routines with bike commutes and weekend loops. Nearby green space at Menotomy Rocks Park adds wooded trails and quiet overlooks. The vibe stays calm, with Arlington Center’s dining and civic life close by without dominating the streetscape.

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Offer insights

81 Ridge St · $990,000

Strong offer

$1.04M and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $1.04M+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Two fireplaces, including one in the living room
Playroom
Full, partially finished basement with walk-out and garage access

Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the first floor

Bathrooms
One full bathroom and one half bathroom

Kitchen
Range, dishwasher, refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Basement laundry

Flooring
Hardwood, tile, stone, and carpet

Heating & cooling
Baseboard and fireplace heating
Central air

Sale and tax history for 81 Ridge St

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,618 (+1.8%)

$596,800 + $397,700

$994,500

2025

$10,429 (+10.2%)

$576,700 + $391,600

$968,300

2024

$9,463 (−1.3%)

$536,400 + $357,200

$893,600

2023

$9,592 (+9.3%)

$516,300 + $339,400

$855,700

2022

$8,776 (+2.2%)

$469,400 + $299,100

$768,500

2021

$8,588 (+2.5%)

$469,400 + $287,900

$757,300

2020

$8,376 (+11.2%)

$469,400 + $287,900

$757,300

2019

$7,535 (−7.2%)

$435,800 + $233,400

$669,200

2018

$8,117 (+5.0%)

$435,800 + $233,400

$669,200

2017

$7,732 (+3.8%)

$382,200 + $233,400

$615,600

2016

$7,451 (+1.7%)

$348,700 + $233,400

$582,100

2015

$7,325 (+1.4%)

$308,400 + $232,200

$540,600

2014

$7,225 (+4.1%)

$291,700 + $232,200

$523,900

2013

$6,938 (+7.4%)

$277,600 + $232,200

$509,800

2012

$6,458 (+10.1%)

$241,400 + $231,400

$472,800

2011

$5,867 (+2.5%)

$241,400 + $231,400

$472,800

2010

$5,726 (+2.3%)

$241,400 + $231,400

$472,800

2009

$5,600

$241,400 + $228,400

$469,800

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1967

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,193

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,193

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1590703S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.

Large Lot Single-Family District

The Large Lot Single-Family District has the lowest residential density of all districts and is generally served by local streets only. The Town discourages intensive land uses, uses that would detract from the single-family residential character of these neighborhoods, and uses that would otherwise interfere with the intent of this Bylaw.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space

Jul 29, 2025 • Active

Plumbing permit application

Install new tile flooring in a basement following water damage. Reinstall existing plumbing fixtures in their original locations and install new shut-off valves. No rough plumbing work is included.

Plumbing

Remodel

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Arlington, MA • 02474

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Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Arlington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.6 hrs

5.2 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 81 Ridge St

$995,186

$5,186 over list price of $990K

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Rental earnings

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