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About Arlington


The Town of Arlington was settled by European colonists in 1635 as a village within the boundaries of Cambridge, Massachusetts under the name Menotomy, an Algonquian word meaning “swift running water”. A larger area, including land that was later to become the town of Belmont, and outwards to the shore of the Mystic River, which had previously been part of Charlestown, was incorporated on February 27, 1807 as West Cambridge. In 1867, the name “Arlington” was chosen in honor of those buried in Arlington National Cemetery; the name change took effect that April 30.

The Massachusett tribe, part of the Algonquian group of Native Americans, lived around the Mystic Lakes, the Mystic River and Alewife Brook. By the time Europeans arrived, the local Indians had been devastated by disease; also, the tribal chief, Nanepashemet, had been killed by a rival tribe in about 1619. Nanepashemet’s widow, known to history only as “Squaw Sachem”, sold the land of her tribe to the colonists for ten pounds, with provisions that she and her tribe could remain on her homestead land around the Mystic Lakes and continue hunting and farming. She also was to be given a new winter coat of wool each year for the rest of her life. She is thought to have lived until about 1650.

Through the town also flows the stream called Mill Brook, which historically figured largely into Arlington’s economy. In 1637 Captain George Cooke built the first mill in this area. Subsequently, seven mills were built along the stream, including the Old Schwamb Mill, which survives to this day. The Schwamb Mill has been a working mill since 1650, making it the longest working mill in the country.

Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride to alert colonists took him through Menotomy, now known as Arlington. Later on that first day of the American Revolution, more blood was shed in Menotomy than in the battles of Lexington and Concord combined. Minutemen from surrounding towns converged on Menotomy to ambush the British on their retreat from Concord and Lexington. All in all, 25 colonials were killed in Menotomy (half of all Americans killed in the day’s battles), as well as 40 British troops (more than half their fatalities).

The Jason Russell House, a yellow colonial, is today a museum which remembers those twelve Americans, including Russell himself, who were killed in and around this pictured dwelling on April 19, 1775. Bullet holes are visible in the interior walls to this day.

In its early years, Arlington was a thriving farming community and had its own lettuce that was quite popular.
Arlington had a large ice industry on Spy Pond from the mid-19th century until the last ice house burned down in 1930; much of its ice was sent to the Caribbean and India by “Ice King” Frederic Tudor.

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Arlington Homes for Sale

Stunning home in sought after Morningside neighborhood. The blend of modern convenience coupled with hints of traditional will take your breath away.Enjoy the many restaurants/cultural opportunities in Arlington with this spacious 3+bd/4ba single family home. Enormous corner lot. First Flr boasts full bath and 2-3 beds. Equipped w/ 2 independent HVAC systems, 2 fireplaces, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, lrg open concept kitchen and dining rm, breakfast nook, refinished hrdwd  flrs, 2 wash/dryer hookups, expansive IPE deck w/ built-in hot tub, lrg patio, 5-zone irrigation system. Finished bsmt includes an additional 986sqft of additional finished space with separate entry, 3/4 bath, storage, & walk-in cedar closet. Potential use as au pair suite, in-law  apt, or multi-room private home office/business suite. Four car non-tandem parking driveway plus oversized 3-car garage. Close to commuter rail, Turkey Hill & $1,475,000 Active

290 Ridge St Arlington, Massachusetts

3 Beds 4 Baths 2,518 Sq Ft

Waterfront cottage perched on the banks of Spy Pond (and far off Pleasant Street)! Enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets, glorious views, and kayak/canoe right from your private, waterfront yard! Cottage offers potential to build up, finish the clean, dry basement, and/or possibly to expand, subject to Town approvals (see Property Info sheet).  It's also lovely and livable as is, with generously sized rooms including an eat-in kitchen, spacious bedroom with huge closet, living room with 3 sets of picture windows, and fabulous water views THROUGHOUT!  Spectacular oversized pond-front backyard is perfect for outside entertaining! Hardwood floors, many replacement windows, parking for two cars, 2018 high-efficiency gas heating, 2019 100-amp electric, 2018 washer and dryer! Super convenient location close to Arlington center, Minuteman bikeway, Spy Pond trail, Alewife train station, and Routes 2/128. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind location and opportunity. $1,100,000 Active

212 Pleasant St Arlington, Massachusetts

1 Beds 1 Baths 804 Sq Ft

Enjoy being 5mins from Rt.2 and 7mins from Alewife Red Line T stop. This gorgeous, bright and renovated 2nd floor & penthouse level luxurious Duplex Condo offers 2 Master bedrooms & Master Bath Suites, 2 off-street parking & a beautiful open floor plan for the kitchen, dining & living room areas. Kitchen features high-end gas range, quartz counters, beautiful cabinets, stainless steel appliances & beautiful front/back porch & deck. Abundant natural light & wood flooring throughout. Stunning Bathrooms w/ top of the line tiles, marble and luxury. Additnl comforts include central A/C, gas fireplace, flat-screen TV, in-unit laundry and video security Ring doorbell. Smart and Connected home w/ Nest dual Temperature zone. Located steps from Farmers markets, grocery stores, banking, restaurants & gyms. If you enjoy the outdoors, you can enjoy your own private entry to the Minuteman Bike trail and an easy access to Spy Pond, Arlington Reservoir Beach, Lexington & Arlington vibrant downtown! $959,000 Active

150 Summer Street 2 Arlington, Massachusetts

2 Beds 3 Baths 1,951 Sq Ft

Beautiful Center location two-level condominium!  No need to put a desk in the corner of your bedroom, this three bedroom unit has all the space you are looking for in our "work from home" lifestyles of today! Gorgeous white cabinet kitchen with island seating, direct vent hood, stainless steele appliances and pendant lighting opens to an informal dining/sitting area. Two bedrooms on this main level, including one with a master bath, hardwood floors, crown molding on the noticeably high ceilings retaining the charm of the home. Lower level has many possibilities for use, large living area & separate bedroom as well as a full bath. This would make a great master suite or private space for a family member or roommate. Heating & cooling with energy efficient ductless mini split systems, new windows & roof, 200 amp electric, separate exclusive use yard space & 2 parking spaces. Stroll to Arlington Center for your favorite cup of coffee/take-out or head to East Arlington for more options! $915,000 Active

12 Palmer St A Arlington, Massachusetts

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,783 Sq Ft

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