40 Sewall St

$5,548,000
Price
6
Beds
6,301 Sq. Ft.
$880 / Sq. Ft.
6,301
Sq. Ft.
$880
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the prestigious West Newton Hill area, this magnificent Victorian home boasts over 6,300 sqft of luxurious living. This sun-splashed home perfectly blends historic charm & modern elegance. With 6 bedrooms & 6.5 baths, this meticulously renovated home features spectacular finishes & architectural details throughout. The gourmet chef's kitchen offers top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances & flows directly into the breakfast area & spacious family room. Completing the main level is a...Nestled in the prestigious West Newton Hill area, this magnificent Victorian home boasts over 6,300 sqft of luxurious living. This sun-splashed home perfectly blends historic charm & modern elegance. With 6 bedrooms & 6.5 baths, this meticulously renovated home features spectacular finishes & architectural details throughout. The gourmet chef's kitchen offers top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances & flows directly into the breakfast area & spacious family room. Completing the main level is a dining room with fireplace, office & mudroom with access to a detached 2 car garage. The 2nd floor offers a spacious primary suite with a spa-like bathroom, huge walk-in closet & sitting room. Two ensuite bedrooms & laundry room complete this level. The 3rd floor offers 2 ensuite bedrooms. The finished lower level features a bedroom, bathroom, exercise room, sauna & a playroom. Set in a spectacular location, this home offers the best of both worlds: timeless elegance & modern convenience.
  1. Listed by The Jeff Groper Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
  2. Listed by Jeff Groper • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Property Details for 40 Sewall Street

Town
Newton
MLS Area
West Newton
Area
MA-Newton-West Newton, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
10

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Property Details for 40 Sewall Street

StatusActive
MLS #73456497
Days on Market30
Taxes$34,139 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1905
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, The Jeff Groper Group; Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, Jeff Groper
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Building Information for 40 Sewall Street

Stories-Year Built1905Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,455 SF

Payment Calculator

$30,260 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$27,415

Property Taxes

$2,845

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 40 Sewall Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Living Area: 6301.0
  • Color: Beige
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • 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: Pierce
  • High School: Newton North
  • Middle School: Day
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Wine Refrigerator, Vacuum System, Range Hood, Wine Cooler
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 6
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Steam / Sauna, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet bar, Office, Entry Hall, Bedroom, Exercise Room, Bonus Room, Sun Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
  • Interior Features: Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Gas Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Porch, Patio
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 238.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.666666666
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.75
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 313.541666666
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 21.5
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.583333333
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 358.5
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 19.916666666
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 265.604166666
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.25
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 17.416666666
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 161.104166666
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom5 Length: 9.25
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 17.416666666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 204.513888888
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom1 Length: 15.833333333
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 12.916666666
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 41.611111111
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom2 Length: 4.666666666
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.916666666
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 115.694444444
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom3 Length: 11.666666666
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
  • Bathroom3 Width: 9.916666666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 232.555555555
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 13.416666666
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 17.333333333
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 300.347222222
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Length: 20.833333333
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 14.416666666
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 286.5
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 15.916666666
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 18.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 5'8X5'10
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 300.173611111
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 20.583333333
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.583333333
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 137.951388888
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Room Office Length: 12.083333333
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 11.416666666
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 687707
  • Assessments: $3,483,600
  • Book: 84213
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR 1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heat Zones: 6
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 40 Sewall Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73456497

$5,548,000—
Sep 25, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326598779

$1

-99.1% / yr

Aug 7, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #201545571

$2,850,000

+14.8% / yr

Sep 28, 2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88035816

$1,267,500—
Sep 28, 2000

Sold

MLS PIN #30411710

$1,267,500—
Jun 6, 2000

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30411710

—
Jun 6, 2000

Contingent

MLS PIN #30411710

—
May 17, 2000

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30411710

$1,400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73456497

$5,548,000
09/25/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326598779

$1

-99.1% / yr

08/07/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #201545571

$2,850,000

+14.8% / yr

09/28/2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88035816

$1,267,500
09/28/2000

Sold

MLS PIN #30411710

$1,267,500
06/06/2000

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30411710

—
06/06/2000

Contingent

MLS PIN #30411710

—
05/17/2000

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30411710

$1,400,000

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Public Records for 40 Sewall Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,554,100Additions$1,929,500Total$3,483,600
Tax Record2025$34,139 ($2,845 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,163 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,163 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,635 SqFtStories3Lot Size17,455 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1905ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:32 B:010 L:0002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 40 Sewall Street

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 - 3 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Peirce Elementary School
PublicK to 5

F A Day Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Learning Prep School
Private3 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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40 Sewall Street is a single family home for sale in Newton, MA 02465. This property was listed for sale on November 19, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, it's currently listed at $5,548,000. It has been on the market for a total of 30 days and was last sold on September 25, 2009. This listing's school district is Newton School District. Nearby schools include Peirce Elementary School, F A Day Middle School and Newton North High School. 40 Sewall Street is a 6-bed, 7-bath, 6,301 sqft single family home built in 1905.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, The Jeff Groper Group; Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, Jeff Groper

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