Seller's Agent in 2025
Allison Avramovich
Sumner Realty LLC
(617) 990-4870
5 in this area
21 Total Sales
281 Ward St Newton Center, MA 02459
Newton Centre NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,272,843 - $2,502,000
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,800
Sq Ft
$633/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Spa
- Colonial Architecture
- Ward Elementary School Rated A+
- Open Floorplan
- Deck
About This Home
As of February 2025Welcome to this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a welcoming farmer’s porch, designed to offer modern luxury and timeless charm. The chef’s kitchen, featuring two sinks, dual dishwashers, an island with a built-in microwave, Subzero refrigerator, and Thermador stainless steel appliances, opens to the dining room with a built-in bar, wine cooler, and cabinetry, as well as to the family room with a fireplace and access to the deck. The living room, with custom built-ins and an elegant tray ceiling, offers a great space to unwind and relax. An office and full bath complete the first floor. Upstairs are three bedrooms with double closets, a family bathroom with double sinks and a separate shower room, and a primary suite with a walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite bathroom. The lower level walkout includes a bedroom, full bath, office, and playroom, perfect for extended family or an au pair. Over 9’ceilings on 1st and 2nd, over 8’ in lower level. Lots of natural light.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 7,444 Sq Ft Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned SR2
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Carport
- Garage Door Opener
- Shared Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,800 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Tray Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Play Room
Kitchen
- Oven
- Stove
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Second Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Wine Cooler
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bidet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Balcony
- Deck
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Ward Elementary School
- Bigelow Middle School
- Newton North High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 3 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Tankless Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number S:73 B:036 L:0005,703607
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 5, 2011
Sold by
Epstein Esther
Bought by
Strand Linda Marcy and Epstein Andrew Robert
Total Days on Market
118
Current Estimated Value
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strand Linda Marcy | -- | -- | |
| Strand Linda Marcy | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dts Investments Llc | $100,000 | |
| Open | Dts Investments Llc | $1,420,000 | |
| Closed | Dts Investments Llc | $1,420,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2025 02/20/25 | Sold | $2,499,000 | 0.0% | $658 / Sq Ft |
| 01/19/2025 01/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/30/2024 10/30/24 | Price Changed | $2,499,000 | -2.0% | $658 / Sq Ft |
| 09/23/2024 09/23/24 | For Sale | $2,550,000 | +131.8% | $671 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2023 05/30/23 | Sold | $1,100,000 | +10.0% | $626 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2023 04/25/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2023 04/17/23 | For Sale | $1,000,000 | -- | $569 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,364 | $1,057,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $9,518 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $8,999 | $884,000 | $824,000 | $60,000 |
| 2022 | $8,611 | $818,500 | $763,000 | $55,500 |
| 2021 | $8,309 | $772,200 | $719,800 | $52,400 |
| 2020 | $8,062 | $772,200 | $719,800 | $52,400 |
| 2019 | $7,834 | $749,700 | $698,800 | $50,900 |
| 2018 | $7,417 | $685,500 | $628,800 | $56,700 |
| 2017 | $7,191 | $646,700 | $593,200 | $53,500 |
| 2016 | $6,878 | $604,400 | $554,400 | $50,000 |
| 2015 | $6,588 | $567,400 | $518,100 | $49,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Allison Avramovich
-
Elizabeth Andres Miner
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Elizabeth Andres Miner
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(617) 504-4655
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Daryl Cohan
D
Seller's Agent in 2023
Daryl Cohan
Compass
1 in this area
42 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73293530
APN: NEWT-000073-000036-000005
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