Last Sold Price
4 beds2,302 sqft$682/sqft
26 Islington Rd, Newton, MA 02466

Description

OH-BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Sat&Sun 11:30-1:30 -Your own private OASIS! This beautifully sited Colonial on desirable Islington road has been expanded, meticulously maintained and updated, perfect for the discriminating buyer. This sun-filled home has been thoughtfully designed and tastefully appointed. Charm, quality craftsmanship and attention to detail is exemplified throughout: crown moldings, box beam ceilings, and custom built-ins. A welcoming foyer sets the stage for an impressive first floor which...OH-BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Sat&Sun 11:30-1:30 -Your own private OASIS! This beautifully sited Colonial on desirable Islington road has been expanded, meticulously maintained and updated, perfect for the discriminating buyer. This sun-filled home has been thoughtfully designed and tastefully appointed. Charm, quality craftsmanship and attention to detail is exemplified throughout: crown moldings, box beam ceilings, and custom built-ins. A welcoming foyer sets the stage for an impressive first floor which includes a living room with fireplace, a dining room and den with glass sliders. The eat-in kitchen has several glass panel doors affording access to a rear deck and patio with undisturbed views of magnificent landscaping and in ground pool. Second floor is equally impressive. The en suite master bedroom is quite a retreat with cathedral ceiling, skylights and walk in-closet. There is a 2 car garage and a driveway with pavers. Conveniently located to major routes/shops. A Truly Special Home
LISTING CLOSED: 02/24/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 26 Islington Road

Status
MLS #
72772487
Days on Market
5
Taxes
$12,392 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1922
Town
Newton
MLS Area
Auburndale
Area
MA-Newton-Auburndale, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces Total
3

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,400,000

Avg days on market

19

Sale-to-list ratio

97.4%

Newton, MA

9 comparable properties found

$1,426,000 | 26 Jerome Avenue, Newton, MA 02465
1/17
1

$1,426,000

Sold 04/14/25

4
Bedrooms
2,094
Square Feet
0.12
Acres
front view of a house with a yard
1/42
2

$1,230,000

Sold 10/31/25

4
Bedrooms
2,052
Square Feet
0.11
Acres
a front view of a house with chairs and large tree
1/28
3

$1,400,000

Sold 03/27/25

4
Bedrooms
2,406
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and potted plants
1/30
4

$1,435,000

Sold 06/27/25

4
Bedrooms
2,085
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and trees
1/32
5

$1,700,000

Sold 05/06/25

4
Bedrooms
2,535
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$1,276,000 | 62 James Street, Newton, MA 02465
1/39
6

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Sold 08/26/26

4
Bedrooms
2,202
Square Feet
0.24
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and potted plants
1/25
7

$1,300,000

Sold 12/11/25

4
Bedrooms
2,541
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
a view of a yard in front of a house
1/37
8

$1,325,000

Sold 11/26/24

4
Bedrooms
1,992
Square Feet
0.11
Acres
a front view of house with yard and trees around
1/40
9

$1,495,000

Sold 06/24/26

4
Bedrooms
2,631
Square Feet
0.25
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Cheryll Getman

Sold By Hammond Residential Real Estate, Leslie Kaplan

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Building Information for 26 Islington Road

Stories-Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,532 SF

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$9,013 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,980

Property Taxes

$1,033

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 26 Islington Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2302.0
  • Color: Beige
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Burr
  • High School: North
  • Middle School: Day
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Radon Remediation System, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Slider, Den
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Pool - Inground, Screens, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 247.916666
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 19.833333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.5
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 160.583333
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.666666
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.75
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 220.944444
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.666666
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 16.166666
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 75.9375
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 11.25
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 6.75
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 157.208333
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Chair Rail
  • Dining Room Length: 12.833333
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.25
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 308.638888
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 22.583333
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.666666
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 346.597222
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.916666
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 26.833333
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Radon Mitigation system Sprinklers only in the front. Open House by appointment only - Saturday 1/9 and Sunday 1/10 11:30- 1:30 - Masks required
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:41 B:023 L:0010,690625
  • Assessments: $1,151,700
  • Book: 21451
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: SR3
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 26 Islington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 24, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72772487

$1,570,000
Jan 12, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72772487

Jan 7, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72772487

$1,499,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/24/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72772487

$1,570,000
01/12/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72772487

01/07/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72772487

$1,499,000

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

Public Records for 26 Islington Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,027,300Additions$667,200Total$1,694,500
Tax Record2025$16,606 ($1,384 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,434 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,434 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,158 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,532 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922Year Renovated1922ZoningSR3CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:41 B:023 L:0010

Schools near 26 Islington Road

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

F A Day Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North 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: 26 Islington Road, Newton, MA 02466
$1,570,000
4
2,302
10,532
$990,000
3
2,451
12,125
$890,000
4
1,758
13,277
$1,250,000
5
2,765
25,830
4
1.5
1,920
8,164
$640,000
3
1,729
7,120

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Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Cheryll Getman

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