NOT LISTED FOR SALE

538 Ward St Newton Center, MA 02459

Newton Centre Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,721,000 - $3,725,000

5 Beds
6 Baths
6,400 Sq Ft
$505/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2013

Last sale price $2,125,000 $332 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,075/month

160 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2013

20 RM! STATELY,COMPLETELY RENOVATED VICTORIAN WITH LARGE NEW ADDITION AND STUNNING CARRIAGE HOUSE IN THE HEART OF NEWTON CENTRE APPROX 17 ,000 SF OF BEAU LEVEL priv YRD. BIG GOURMET KIT. WITH 48" APPLIANCES. 5+BRs 51/2 BATHS. 2 KITCHENETTES AND WET BAR. FIN LOWER LEVEL, MEDIA RM w/ 80in TV SURROUND SOUND. HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. 5 FIREPLACES! 2 LAUNDRY ROOMS. PROFESSIONAL REMOVABLE BATTING CAGE WITH HIGH END AUTO PITCHING MACHINE.400 AMPS OF SERVICE AND MANY MANY FEATURES. SEE ATT. VALU

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janette Galbraith

Keller Williams Realty License #449536364 Listed on: 06/12/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Non Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,780

Year Built

1897

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Wooded, Paved Drive, Level
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1897

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 19
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Energy: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors, Prog. Thermostat
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate
  • Insulation: Fiberglass, Spray Foam
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, Security System, Cable Available, Wetbar, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Sheetrock, French Doors
  • Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame, Stone/Concrete
  • Exterior: Shingles
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heat Zones: 5
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2008
Sold by
538 Ward Street Rt and Pink Cecilia V
Bought by
Galbraith Janette E and Galbraith Paul C F
Current Estimated Value
$3,228,898
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Galbraith Janette E $789,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cohan Robert D $750,000
Closed Cohan Robert D $825,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2013 04/30/13 Sold $2,125,000 -11.4% $332 / Sq Ft
11/19/2012 11/19/12 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2012 10/16/12 Price Changed $2,399,000 -4.0% $375 / Sq Ft
10/02/2012 10/02/12 Price Changed $2,499,000 -3.8% $390 / Sq Ft
09/05/2012 09/05/12 Price Changed $2,599,000 -1.9% $406 / Sq Ft
07/16/2012 07/16/12 Price Changed $2,649,000 -3.7% $414 / Sq Ft
06/12/2012 06/12/12 For Sale $2,750,000 -- $430 / 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 $29,780 $3,038,800 $1,562,900 $1,475,900
2024 $28,795 $2,950,300 $1,517,400 $1,432,900
2023 $27,522 $2,703,500 $1,178,600 $1,524,900
2022 $26,334 $2,503,200 $1,091,300 $1,411,900
2021 $25,410 $2,361,500 $1,029,500 $1,332,000
2020 $24,654 $2,361,500 $1,029,500 $1,332,000
2019 $23,959 $2,292,700 $999,500 $1,293,200
2018 $23,352 $2,158,200 $892,400 $1,265,800
2017 $22,640 $2,036,000 $841,900 $1,194,100
2016 $21,654 $1,902,800 $786,800 $1,116,000
2015 $20,646 $1,778,300 $735,300 $1,043,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Janette Galbraith

    Keller Williams Realty

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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Non Member

    Non Member Office

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71396182

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000013-000032-000005

Massachusetts Middlesex County Newton Center 02459 Newton Centre

538 Ward St, Newton Center, MA

This home is located at 538 Ward St, Newton Center, MA 02459 since 12 June 2012 and is currently estimated at $3,228,898, approximately $504 per square foot. This property was built in 1897. 538 Ward St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Mason Rice Elementary School, Charles E Brown Middle School, and Newton North High School.

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