281 Ward St Newton Center, MA 02459
Newton Centre Neighborhood
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,757
Sq Ft
7,444
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Ward Elementary School Rated A+
- Property is near public transit
- No HOA
About This Home
As of February 2025Side entrance colonial in desirable Ward School area. Home has been in the same family for over 50 years.First floor is Living Room, Dining Room, eat in kitchen and 1/2 bath. There are built in cabinets in both the Living Room and Dining Room.. A lovely stained glass window is in the stairway to the 2nd floor. Upstairs there are four good sized bedroom and a full bath. High ceilings, hardwood floors, walk out basement and a 2 car detached garage. House is currently heated by oil, but there is gas on the street. The house gets great light from lots of large windows. Fantastic location!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,999
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 7,444 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned SR2
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,757 Sq Ft Home
- Laundry in Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Cedar Closet
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number S:73 B:036 L:0005,703607
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- 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
Current Estimated Value
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $100,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Open | $1,420,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,420,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
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
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2025
Allison Avramovich
Sumner Realty LLC
-
E
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Elizabeth Andres Miner
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2023
Daryl Cohan
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Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73099782
APN: NEWT-000073-000036-000005
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