Stunning contemporary Cape, designed by notable architect, set on a prominent corner lot in one of Arlington’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Thoughtfully crafted, this home showcases sophisticated, high-end finishes & an effortless blend of indoor & outdoor living. Enjoy multiple outdoor spaces—including a roof deck & a remarkable glass/aluminum heated pergola—perfect for year-round entertaining or quiet retreat. Inside, oversized Andersen windows & electric heat pumps ensure exceptional light & energy-efficient comfort. The kitchen & baths feature exquisite stonework & premium appliances from Bosch, LG, GE Café, & Electrolux. Smart-home upgrades–Wi-Fi irrigation, garage EV charger, Nest, plus basement & shed storage. Located close to all Arlington has to offer—Robbins Farm & Menotomy Rocks Parks, Minuteman Bike Path, great restaurants, cafés, boutiques—with easy access to the Dallin Elementary School (only a 7 min walk!), Arlington Heights, Route 2, Cambridge, & Boston.
- Heating System:
- Heat Pump, Central, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp), Forced Air, Electric
- Cooling System:
- Central Air, Heat Pump, High Seer Heat Pump (12+)
- Basement:
- Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
- Fireplace:
- Living Room
- Parking:
- Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
- Appliances:
- Disposal, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Oven
- Construction:
- Frame
- Exterior Unit Features:
- Screens, Et Irrigation Controller, Professional Landscaping, Patio, Porch, Fenced Yard, Patio - Enclosed, Decorative Lighting, Sprinkler System, Deck - Roof, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Flooring:
- Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Style:
- Contemporary, Cape
- Water:
- Public
- Disclosure:
- New construction on original foundation. Some pictures are virtually staged. Offers (if any) will be reviewed on 3/24 @ 1pm.
- Electric Feature:
- 200+ Amp Service
- Garage Parking:
- Yes
- Interior Features:
- Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, High Speed Internet, Closet, Office, Foyer, Open Floorplan
- Lead Paint:
- No
- Laundry Features:
- Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
- Road Type:
- Paved
- Grade School:
- Dallin
- High School:
- Arlington High School
- Middle School:
- Ottoson
- Market Time:
- 1
- Parking Spaces:
- 3
- Tax Year:
- 2026
- Status:
- Active
- Price Per Sqft:
- $698
- Zoning:
- R1
- Orig Price:
- $1,449,000
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Waterfront:
- No
- MlsStatus:
- New
- City:
- Arlington
- State:
- MA
- County:
- Middlesex
- Postal Code:
- 02476
- Longitude:
- W72° 48' 52''
- Latitude:
- N42° 24' 48''
Residential
278 Hillside Avenue, Arlington, Massachusetts
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Price :
- $1,449,000
- Bedrooms :
- 3
- Rooms :
- 7
- Total Bathrooms :
- 2.5
- Full Bathrooms :
- 2
- Half Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 2,075 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 2025
- Lot Area :
- 0.11 Acre
- Listing ID :
- 73488301
- Stephen E. Robb
- View website
- 617-212-0251
-
srobb@robbenterprises.com
