$990,000 · For sale

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.
81 Ridge Street is a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath single-family home for sale in Arlington, MA 02474 with 2,193 square feet, asking $990,000. It was built in 1950. It has been on our site since October 28, 2026.
The median asking price among the 13 other 3-bedroom single-family homes for sale in Arlington is $929,000. This one asks about 7% more. At $451 a square foot, it compares with a median of $554 among the 27 other single-family homes for sale in Arlington with a stated size.
At 2,193 square feet, it is larger than 77% of the 13 other 3-bedroom single-family homes in Arlington with a stated size.
This home is assessed at $995,100 for fiscal year 2026. The assessor lists a lot of 0.19 acres.
It scores 76 out of 100 for walkability, from how close everyday places are.
The closest train or subway stop is West Medford (MBTA Lowell Line), about 1.2 miles away. The closest bus stop is Mystic St @ Columbia Rd (MBTA route 350), about 0.2 miles away.
The closest public schools by level are John A Bishop (0.1 miles), Ottoson Middle (1.0 mile) and Arlington High (0.5 miles). The district decides which school serves an address.
Listing information from MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN), MLS #73596275, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices are compared with other homes listed on this site today. Trains and buses come from the transit agencies’ published schedules and schools from the National Center for Education Statistics. Distances are straight-line. Assessed values and past sales are public records from municipal assessors, published by MassGIS. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value.
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