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Seller's Agent in 2026
The Margie and Jon Team
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
5 in this area
50 Total Sales
47 Cotton St Newton, MA 02458
Newton Corner Neighborhood
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,278
Sq Ft
6,248
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Property is near a beach
- Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
- Ward Elementary School Rated A+
- Landscaped Professionally
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of June 2026South 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 05/06/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,365
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 6,248 Sq Ft Lot
- 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
- Property is near a beach
- Bulkhead
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near golf course, 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
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 13, 2011
Closed on
Jun 29, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Marjorie Kern
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Margie Gundersheim
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$752,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$46,500
-5.82%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.36%
Original Mortgage
$602,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 15, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 28, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $752,500 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $450,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $600,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $602,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $657,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $650,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2026 06/30/26 | Sold | $1,800,000 | +0.1% | $549 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/12/2026 05/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 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 |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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The Margie and Jon Team
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Marjorie Kern
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Marjorie Kern
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(617) 686-0981
4 in this area
58 Total Sales
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Joan Solomont
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Joan Solomont
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
(617) 645-9193
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2012
Margie Gundersheim
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73513848
APN: NEWT-000073-000012-000022
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