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5 beds3,311 sqft$595/sqft
121 Bishopsgate Rd, Newton, MA 02459
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.35 acresLot Size
1910Year Built
$595/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nicely tucked away on an amazing parcel in the sought-after Ledges Estate area, this eleven-room, two and one-half bathroom residence, with Arts & Crafts influences, is surrounded by woodlands, a man-made waterfall, and lovely gardens. The rooms are bright and airy with high ceilings, wonderful natural light and gorgeous original detail. One of the highlights is the spectacular deck overlooking the wooded lot with a canopy of trees, outcroppings of pudding stone ledge, and an abundance of natural...Nicely tucked away on an amazing parcel in the sought-after Ledges Estate area, this eleven-room, two and one-half bathroom residence, with Arts & Crafts influences, is surrounded by woodlands, a man-made waterfall, and lovely gardens. The rooms are bright and airy with high ceilings, wonderful natural light and gorgeous original detail. One of the highlights is the spectacular deck overlooking the wooded lot with a canopy of trees, outcroppings of pudding stone ledge, and an abundance of natural beauty. Set on a one-third acre lot, and conveniently located within one-half mile to Newton Centre “T” station, shops, and restaurants. A very special location offering seclusion and privacy yet only minutes from everything Newton Centre and Chestnut Hill has to offer. This is a wonderful opportunity to make this your own private paradise in a neighborhood of spectacular homes.
Listing closed: 07/26/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73244077

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$1,975,000

Avg days on market

26

Sale-to-list ratio

101.6%

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Property Information for 121 Bishopsgate Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $17,554 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Newton
  • MLS Area: Newton Center
  • Area: MA-Newton-Newton Center, MA-Newton
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Craftsman
  • Style: Garden, Colonial, Craftsman
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Lot Size: 0.35 AC / 15,037 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3311.0
  • Color: Ocher
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Masonrice/Ward
  • High School: Nshs/Nnhs
  • Middle School: Brown/Bigelow
  • Neighborhood: The Ledges
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Library, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Unknown, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping, Garden Area, Deck, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Slate
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Lake/Pond, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Storage, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Storage, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 273.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 21.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 154.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 108.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 210.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 169.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 110.0
  • Family Room Features: Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 11.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 10.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 170.0
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Vestibule
  • Kitchen Length: 17.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 286.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Archway,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 22.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: The green house has supplemental electric heat
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:61 B:023 L:0008,698132
  • Assessments: $1,798,600
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2%
  • Selling Broker Comp: 0
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 121 Bishopsgate Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 26, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73244077

$1,970,000
Jun 4, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73244077

Jun 4, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73244077

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/26/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73244077

$1,970,000
06/04/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73244077

06/04/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73244077

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 121 Bishopsgate Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,530,600Additions$322,000Total$1,852,600
Tax Record2025$18,155 ($1,513 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,311 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,311 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,008 SqFtStories3Lot Size15,037 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910Year Renovated1910ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:61 B:023 L:0008

Schools near 121 Bishopsgate Road

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ward Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Mason-Rice Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 121 Bishopsgate Road, Newton, MA 02459
$1,970,000
5
3,311
15,037
$1,524,000
5
3,109
18,450
$1,625,000
5
4,156
18,041
$2,150,000
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15,021
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6,154
121,802
$710,000
3
2,200
17,050

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