The Toland Team Real Estate Blog

Posted on 11/26/2023

Understanding the basics: Outdoor entertaining spaces

Outdoor entertaining spaces are perfect for hosting...

Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor Entertaining

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Posted on 11/19/2023

The Basics of Custom Tiny Home Design

The appeals of tiny homes are many, including the ability to custom design a home in an affordable way. However, even with a small house, it's difficult to know where to begin. If you're designing a custom tiny home, here are some key tips to consider: Window Placement When planning where to place your windows, think about the...

Design

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Posted on 11/12/2023

A First-Time Homebuyer's Guide to VA Loans

If you've served in the U.S. military, a VA loan might be an excellent way to finance your first home. If you're interested in using this benefit, it's important to know the steps involved. Here is a basic guide to buying your first home with a VA loan: Get Your Certificate of Eligibility A certificate of eligibility from...

Buying

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Posted on 11/22/2023

Another Property Rented - 25 Spruce St. 25, Belmont, MA 02478

Great Location! Three floors of living space and one of two units in the building. Duplex style side by side units, with separate entrances. Hardwood floors throughout the unit, extra high ceilings on the first floor. the second floor as well as three bedrooms, all with plenty of closet space and great light. Updated kitchen with granite counter tops, gas stove, stainless steel appliances. Full basement with washer and dryer included, plenty of storage in the basement, attic and garage. Walking distance to Cushing square businesses and 73 bus line. The house is recognized on the Massachusetts Historical Commission which was owned and...

Posted on 11/22/2023

14 Warwick Rd. 2, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

Belmont's Cushing Square! Tremendous 2nd and 3rd floor unit with period character including plenty of builtins, naturalwood work and high ceilings. Private separate entrance brings you up the stairs and into the bright south facing livingroom with entry columns leading into the formal dining room. Statement dining room containing dark stained wainscotingwith attached plate rails and an extra deep built in. Updated eat in kitchen with SS appliances, gas stove, granite countertops and breakfast bar attached to the family room, making it the most used room in the unit. Second floor office withunique beamed ceiling leading to the 3rd floor...

Posted on 11/18/2023

Another Property Sold - 185 White St 2, Belmont, MA 02478

Recently constructed (2002) 7 room 3-bedroom townhouse with 3 full and two half baths located on a tree-lined street just outside of Waverley Square. Open floor plan featuring a living room with gas fireplace & bay window, large bright dining room and eat in kitchen with solid wood cabinets, granite counter tops & updated stainless steel appliances. Of the kitchen and through the slider to deck you will find a large exclusive fenced in, level rear yard. The second floor offers 2 spacious bedrooms, tranquil primary suite with vaulted ceiling, skylights, bathroom with double vanity, and a walk-in closet. Completing the second floor is...

Posted on 11/17/2023

17-19 Harris St 19, Belmont, MA 02478 now has a new price of $3,550!

Updated 2nd and 3rd floor apartment in quiet, central Belmont Neighborhood! This unit has a recently renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and eat in island. Hardwood floors throughout the living room, dining room and bedrooms. Main floor has two bedrooms centered by a full tiled bath with tub. Front enclosed sunroom with electric heat for bonus living space. Top floor has two more bedrooms centered by another full bath. Third floor washer and dryer and an additional sitting room. Central air throughout the unit, gas heat and updated windows. Two car parking. Easy access to Belmont Center, Waverley Square,...

Posted on 11/17/2023

195 Slade Street, Belmont, MA 02478 now has a new price of $1,549,000!

Charming Arts & Crafts expanded classic bungalow. Enchanting presence, set up on a knoll in a convenient walkable location. This spacious architectural gem is ideal for entertaining and comfortable living. Iconic William Morris Forest hued kitchen opens to rear Craftsman covered porch and deep, large garden with blue stone patio and brick walkways. Elegant 1st floor with high ceilings, gracious foyer and living room w/fireplace, large dining room, sunroom with fireplace, arched doorways, two first floor bedrooms, nooks, crannies, lovely original detail. Four good-size bedrooms (2 on the first floor 2 on the second floor). Full bath on...

Posted on 11/17/2023

25 Spruce St. 25, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

Great Location! Three floors of living space and one of two units in the building. Duplex style side by side units, with separate entrances. Hardwood floors throughout the unit, extra high ceilings on the first floor. the second floor as well as three bedrooms, all with plenty of closet space and great light. Updated kitchen with granite counter tops, gas stove, stainless steel appliances. Full basement with washer and dryer included, plenty of storage in the basement, attic and garage. Walking distance to Cushing square businesses and 73 bus line. The house is recognized on the Massachusetts Historical Commission which was owned and...

Posted on 11/17/2023

195 Beech St. 1, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

Recently refreshed first floor unit right ideally located between Belmont Center, Waverley Square and Cushing Square. Updated front entry way with built in bench for great storage.Hardwood floors throughout the combined living room and dining room with two new ceiling fans. Eat-in Kitchen with maple cabinets, granite countertops and updates appliances. Plenty of cabinet space and storage in the pantry. Tiled bath centered between the two bedrooms. Primary bedroom has a half bath en suite and a good size closet. Central air throughout the apartment. Plenty of basement storage with washer/dryer included. Shared back yard and back porch. Easy...

Posted on 11/16/2023

45 Foster Rd. 45, Belmont, MA 02478 now has a new price of $3,550!

Luxury first floor apartment in desirable Harvard Lawn location! Completely renovated unit with a beautiful open floorplan. An oversized living room with a gas fireplace with builtins. Recessed lighting and hardwood floors throughout the living area. Open dining room leading to a chefs kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and a breakfast bar. Plenty of cabinet space in the full size uppers and extra cabinets around the counter depth fridge. Two good size bedrooms with ceiling fans and closets, centered by a gorgeous marble tiled bath with standup shower and glass door. Gas heating and central cooling, exclusive use...

Posted on 11/07/2023

17-19 Harris St 19, Belmont, MA 02478 now has a new price of $3,700!

Updated 2nd and 3rd floor apartment in quiet, central Belmont Neighborhood! This unit has a recently renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and eat in island. Hardwood floors throughout the living room, dining room and bedrooms. Main floor has two bedrooms centered by a full tiled bath with tub. Front enclosed sunroom with electric heat for bonus living space. Top floor has two more bedrooms centered by another full bath. Third floor washer and dryer and an additional sitting room. Central air throughout the unit, gas heat and updated windows. Two car parking. Easy access to Belmont Center, Waverley Square,...