47 Cotton St Newton, MA 02458
Newton Corner NeighborhoodEstimated payment $10,735/month
Highlights
- Beach Front
- Golf Course Community
- Landscaped Professionally
- Ward Elementary School Rated A+
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit and schools
About This Home
South facing Tudor style shingle home in the sought-after Ward School neighborhood. Offering 11 rooms, 4 bedrooms, & 3.5 baths, there’s space to live, work, & unwind in style. Thoughtfully re-imagined w/ a 2003 addition & a finished lower level (2014), the home blends classic character w/ today’s updates. The main level is perfect for everyday living featuring a fireplaced LR, DR, spacious eat-in kitchen, full bath, and a sun-filled family room w/ direct access to the outdoors. Upstairs, are 4 BR's including a bright, airy primary en-suite, plus 3 additional BR's, a full bath, & laundry. The lower level adds versatility w/ a hangout space, home office, workout room, & half bath. Beautiful, level, fenced-in backyard with a gorgeous custom patio and fire pit. All just minutes to Newton Centre, the Mass Pike, The Newton Commonwealth Golf Course, and Boston College—a home and location that truly has it all.
Open House Schedule
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Thursday, May 7, 202611:30 am to 12:30 pm5/7/2026 11:30:00 AM +00:005/7/2026 12:30:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
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Friday, May 8, 20264:00 to 5:00 pm5/8/2026 4:00:00 PM +00:005/8/2026 5:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,365
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 6,248 Sq Ft Lot
- Beach Front
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned SR2
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Shingle Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Home Gym
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Schools
- Ward Elementary School
- Bigelow Middle School
- NNHS High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- 4 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Generator Hookup
- 200+ Amp Service
- Power Generator
- Gas Water Heater
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 703261
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Ward School Neighborhood Subdivision
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $13,837 | $1,411,900 | $1,241,200 | $170,700 |
| 2024 | $13,379 | $1,370,800 | $1,205,000 | $165,800 |
| 2023 | $12,511 | $1,229,000 | $911,600 | $317,400 |
| 2022 | $11,972 | $1,138,000 | $844,100 | $293,900 |
| 2021 | $11,552 | $1,073,600 | $796,300 | $277,300 |
| 2020 | $11,208 | $1,073,600 | $796,300 | $277,300 |
| 2019 | $10,892 | $1,042,300 | $773,100 | $269,200 |
| 2018 | $10,452 | $966,000 | $701,400 | $264,600 |
| 2017 | $10,134 | $911,300 | $661,700 | $249,600 |
| 2016 | $9,692 | $851,700 | $618,400 | $233,300 |
| 2015 | $9,059 | $780,300 | $577,900 | $202,400 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2026 05/06/26 | For Sale | $1,799,000 | +139.1% | $549 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2012 06/29/12 | Sold | $752,500 | -2.8% | $313 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/19/2012 04/19/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/05/2012 01/05/12 | Price Changed | $773,800 | -3.2% | $322 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/15/2011 12/15/11 | For Sale | $799,000 | +6.2% | $333 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/13/2011 12/13/11 | Off Market | $752,500 | -- | -- | |
| 06/16/2011 06/16/11 | Price Changed | $799,000 | -5.9% | $333 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/13/2011 05/13/11 | Price Changed | $849,000 | -5.6% | $353 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/13/2011 04/13/11 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $374 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $752,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $752,500 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
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| Deed | $450,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $602,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $602,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $650,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73513848
APN: NEWT-000073-000012-000022
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