38 Suffolk Road

Sold 2/1/18
Sold 2/1/18
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$3,900,000
6 beds5,790 sqft$674/sqft
38 Suffolk Rd, Newton, MA 02467
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.58 acresLot Size
1897Year Built
$674/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

In the heart of Old Chestnut Hill, this 1897 magnificently restored and updated Colonial Revival proudly shines in all of its glory on over a half acre of private and bucolic grounds. A stunning foyer with a classic grand staircase leads to a bowed solarium overlooking the bluestone terrace and sprawling yard. French doors reveal a formal and elegant dining room which opens to a custom eat-in kitchen. The 2nd floor features a master suite with a sun-lit bath, 3 spacious bedrooms and a Jack and Jill...In the heart of Old Chestnut Hill, this 1897 magnificently restored and updated Colonial Revival proudly shines in all of its glory on over a half acre of private and bucolic grounds. A stunning foyer with a classic grand staircase leads to a bowed solarium overlooking the bluestone terrace and sprawling yard. French doors reveal a formal and elegant dining room which opens to a custom eat-in kitchen. The 2nd floor features a master suite with a sun-lit bath, 3 spacious bedrooms and a Jack and Jill bath. A cozy yet generous guest suite enhances the entire 3rd floor. Pristine details articulate four levels of distinctive elegance and comfort replete with wine cellar, fitness area, 7 fireplaces and stunning millwork. Truly a phenomenal property with the ultimate setting for entertaining and enjoyment and only minutes to Boston, Longwood Medical Area, and the Street and Shops at Chestnut Hill.
Listing closed: 02/01/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72227849

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Property Information for 38 Suffolk Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $30,584 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Middlesex County
  • Town: Newton
  • MLS Area: Chestnut Hill
  • Area: MA-Newton-Chestnut Hill, MA-Newton
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Garden, Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1897
  • Lot Size: 0.58 AC / 25,302 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 5790.0
  • Color: White
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bowen
  • High School: Newton South
  • Middle School: Oak Hill
  • Neighborhood: Old Chestnut Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Flooring: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Library, Sun Room, Bedroom, Bathroom, Play Room, Exercise Room
  • Interior Features: French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Patio
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 324.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Double Vanity,Dressing Room
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 224.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 288.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 266.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 19.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 336.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom5 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 24.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 304.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors
  • Dining Room Length: 19.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 270.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 18.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 15.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 13X18
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 324.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors
  • Room Living Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 18.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:63 B:016 L:0004,699496
  • Assessments: $2,750,400
  • Book: 21768
  • Map: 109NE
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 38 Suffolk Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 1, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #615955000

$3,900,000

+5.8% / yr

Feb 1, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72227849

$3,900,000—
Oct 20, 2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72227849

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/01/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #615955000

$3,900,000

+5.8% / yr

02/01/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72227849

$3,900,000
10/20/2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72227849

—

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Public Records for 38 Suffolk Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,065,500Additions$2,778,500Total$4,844,000
Tax Record2025$47,471 ($3,956 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,854 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,854 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt870 SqFtStories2Lot Size25,302 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1890ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:63 B:016 L:0004

Schools near 38 Suffolk Road

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bowen
Public - K to 5
Oak Hill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Newton South High School
Public - 9 to 12
The Chestnut Hill School
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Bowen
PublicK to 5

Oak Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

The Chestnut Hill School
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: 38 Suffolk Road, Newton, MA 02467
$3,900,000
6
5,790
25,302
46 Suffolk Road, Newton, MA 02467
$6,792,997
6
9,000
110,740
37 Suffolk Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
$3,700,000
8
6,218
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26 Suffolk Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
–
–
–
6,195
22,108
47 Suffolk Road, Newton, MA 02467
$1,930,000
7
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27 Suffolk Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
$4,400,000
6
5,520
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