NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,067,000 - $2,540,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,147 Sq Ft
$726/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 16, 2022

Last sale price $2,202,200 $700 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,340/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Custom Closet System
  • Deck
  • Mason Rice Elementary School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of June 2022

Set on an idyllic road in Newton Center, this expansive two-story colonial, offers more than meets the eye. The chef’s kitchen with an abundance of cabinets, opens to a sun-filled family room with large windows and sliders to a deck and level fenced-in yard. The dining room is adorned with decorative wainscoting, and leads to a bright living room with built-ins and a wood burning fireplace. A unique first floor bedroom suite, with a full bath, living room, closets and private entrance, offers a perfect office suite or retreat for guests. A powder room, mudroom with laundry and office/sunroom complete the first floor. The foyer boasts a curved staircase leading to the 2nd level with a primary bedroom, en suite bath and walk-in closet, plus 2 additional bedrooms and full bath. A 2-car attached garage and partially finished lower level are among the many additional features of this special home. Close to Edmands Park, public transportation, highways, schools, shops and restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beverly Berman

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 05/04/2022

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Laura Molta Grant-Hunter

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Marjorie Kern

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,823

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned SR2

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Slate Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,147 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Play Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Mason Rice Elementary School
  • Brown Middle School
  • Newton South High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 683366

Community Details

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,823

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Shingle
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Inlaw Apt., Office, Mud Room, Play Room
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Trash Compactor,Countertop Range,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom 3 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
  • Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Bulkhead
  • Living Area: 3147
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN1593
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 587.54
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 699.78
  • MAIN SO: AN1593

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle, Slate
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 683366
  • Zoning: SR2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10018.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • LOT SIZE: 10000
  • PAGE: 23

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 16823
  • Tax Book Number: 25436

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Newton South
  • Elementary School: Mason Rice
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Pai Jennifer K and Song Patrick C
Bought by
Oberon Rt and Pai
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$2,283,184

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 1995
Sold by
Benson Steven J and Benson Beth H
Bought by
Morton-Grooms Karen and Grooms Kenneth B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 1990
Sold by
Sandler Joel R
Bought by
Benson Steven J
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Oberon Rt -- None Available
Oberon Rt -- None Available
Morton-Grooms Karen $436,500 --
Morton-Grooms Karen $436,500 --
Benson Steven J $335,000 --
Benson Steven J $335,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Pai Jennifer K $1,761,760
Previous Owner Grooms Karen $357,243
Previous Owner Sandler Joel R $369,000
Previous Owner Sandler Joel R $412,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2022 06/16/22 Sold $2,202,200 +19.1% $700 / Sq Ft
05/12/2022 05/12/22 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2022 05/04/22 For Sale $1,849,000 -- $588 / 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 $19,019 $1,940,700 $1,363,200 $577,500
2024 $18,404 $1,885,700 $1,323,500 $562,200
2023 $17,582 $1,727,100 $1,012,900 $714,200
2022 $16,824 $1,599,200 $937,900 $661,300
2021 $16,234 $1,508,700 $884,800 $623,900
2020 $15,751 $1,508,700 $884,800 $623,900
2019 $15,307 $1,464,800 $859,000 $605,800
2018 $14,899 $1,377,000 $775,500 $601,500
2017 $14,446 $1,299,100 $731,600 $567,500
2016 $13,816 $1,214,100 $683,700 $530,400
2015 $13,174 $1,134,700 $639,000 $495,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72976462

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000013-000023-000007