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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,353 sqft
3 Valley Spring Rd, Newton, MA 02458
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.21 acresLot Size
1954Year Built
$552/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located at the end of a cul-de-sac is this lovingly cared for Contemporary Ranch designed by architect Stanley Lawrence Myers and built by Benjamin Franklin Homes. Valley Spring Rd encompasses one of the earliest subdivisions of Contemporary style homes constructed in Newton. Set in a choice residential neighborhood, the beautiful elevated lot with mature trees and plantings offers tranquility and privacy. The entry foyer leads to the open concept living room with a gorgeous brick fireplace, access...Located at the end of a cul-de-sac is this lovingly cared for Contemporary Ranch designed by architect Stanley Lawrence Myers and built by Benjamin Franklin Homes. Valley Spring Rd encompasses one of the earliest subdivisions of Contemporary style homes constructed in Newton. Set in a choice residential neighborhood, the beautiful elevated lot with mature trees and plantings offers tranquility and privacy. The entry foyer leads to the open concept living room with a gorgeous brick fireplace, access to a huge front deck, and a picture window affording views of the golf course. The dining area has a glass door leading to the delightful level rear yard and opens to the eat-in kitchen. There are three bedrooms including a primary bedroom with private bath. The lower level has a large finished playroom, work shop, and laundry room and has direct access to the garage. Lots of windows and natural light. 2020 roof. Close to local shops, parks, BC, Mass Pike. A solid home in need of updating.
Listing closed: 12/26/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73180412

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,351,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

105.4%

Newton, MA

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Property Information for 3 Valley Spring Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $11,377 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Newton
  • MLS Area: Newton Corner
  • Area: MA-Newton-Newton Corner, MA-Newton
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch, Raised Ranch
  • Style: Contemporary, Ranch, Raised Ranch
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 8,984 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Park, Golf Course
  • Current Financing: Conv Ins
  • Living Area: 2353.0
  • Color: Brown
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Underwood
  • High School: Newton North
  • Middle School: Bigelow
  • Neighborhood: Newton Corner
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Garage Access, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
  • Interior Features: Security System, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Easements, Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Window(s) - Picture
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Exterior Access,Open Floorplan
  • Dining Room Level: Second
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Vinyl
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded
  • Kitchen Level: Second
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Underwood/Ward Elementary School buffer zone. See attached sewer easement. Offers,if any,by 4:00 Monday,November 20. Seller reserves the right to accept an offer prior.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:72 B:040 L:0007,703054
  • Assessments: $1,117,600
  • Book: 19636
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: SR2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 3 Valley Spring Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 26, 2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73180412

$1,300,000
Nov 20, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73180412

Nov 20, 2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73180412

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/26/2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73180412

$1,300,000
11/20/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73180412

11/20/2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73180412

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Public Records for 3 Valley Spring Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$11,281 ($940 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt336 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,984 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated1953ZoningSR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:72 B:040 L:0007

Schools near 3 Valley Spring 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
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Ward Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bigelow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Mount Alvernia Academy
PrivatePK to 6

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: 3 Valley Spring Road, Newton, MA 02458
$1,300,000
3
2,353
8,984
4
3
2,308
9,559
$2,300,000
6
5,400
15,609
$1,760,000
4
4,365
19,994
$905,000
4
2,532
6,273
$3,300,000
6
4,561
10,000

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