$1,905,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2025
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,169 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres

Recently Sold

$601 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Ward Elementary School Rated A+
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Victorian Architecture

About This Home

As of January 2025

Nestled on a mature tree lined street in Newton this Victorian beauty exemplifies a bygone era of charm, character and craftsmanship. The enchanting front porch sets the stage for the warmth you feel when you enter the home and the period moldings, gorgeous hardwood floors and beautiful woodwork become instantly apparent. The spacious 1st floor features formal living and dining rooms, a sunlit family room with fireplace, built ins and leaded glass windows plus a chef's kitchen with island, stainless appliances and walk-in butlers pantry. Take the stunning wood staircase past stained glass windows to the second floor to encounter a primary bedroom with walk in closet, 2 additional bedrooms, home office and a large bath. The finished third level offers 2 more bedrooms and a bath. The large basement houses a laundry room and sizable storage areas. Enjoy al fresco dining or relaxation on the back deck which connects to the flat backyard. Detached 2 car garage. Don't miss this timeless gem.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Shulkin Wilk Group

Compass Listed on: 11/08/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Brenda vanderMerwe

Hammond Residential Real Estate

Hammond Residential Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,242

Year Built

  • Built in 1902

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned SR2

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,169 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Ward Elementary School
  • Bigelow Middle School
  • Newton North High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number S:73 B:050 L:0002,703877

Community Details

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,242

Year Built

Built in 1902

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Home Office
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Third
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Living Area: 3169
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 566.42
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 601.14
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Slate
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: S:73 B:050 L:0002,703877
  • Zoning: SR2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Size Area: 0.31
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13389
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 390
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 16242
  • Tax Book Number: 63260

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Newton North
  • Elementary School: Ward
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bigelow

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2014
Sold by
Faber Deborah and Litwak Lawrence B
Bought by
Lawrence B Litwak Ft and Faber Deborah
Total Days on Market
3

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2013
Sold by
Litwak Lawrence B and Faber Deborah
Bought by
Litwak Lawrence B and Faber Deborah

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2007
Sold by
Litwak Lawrence B and Faber Deborah
Bought by
Litwak Lawrence B and Faber Deborah
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,230,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,230,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $87,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $105,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 For Sale $2,399,000 +25.9% $575 / Sq Ft
01/14/2025 01/14/25 Sold $1,905,000 +6.1% $601 / Sq Ft
11/11/2024 11/11/24 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2024 11/08/24 For Sale $1,795,000 -- $566 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $16,797 $1,714,000 $1,303,800 $410,200
2024 $16,242 $1,664,100 $1,265,800 $398,300
2023 $15,517 $1,524,300 $976,500 $547,800
2022 $14,848 $1,411,400 $904,200 $507,200
2021 $14,327 $1,331,500 $853,000 $478,500
2020 $13,901 $1,331,500 $853,000 $478,500
2019 $13,509 $1,292,700 $828,200 $464,500
2018 $13,019 $1,203,200 $743,600 $459,600
2017 $12,622 $1,135,100 $701,500 $433,600
2016 $12,072 $1,060,800 $655,600 $405,200
2015 $11,510 $991,400 $612,700 $378,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73311073

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000073-000050-000002