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3 beds3,180 sqft

5 Mary Ellen Rd, Newton, MA 02468

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.20 acresLot Size
1951Year Built
$515/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located in a fantastic Waban neighborhood, this renovated brick-front Ranch-style residence is set on beautifully landscaped grounds with mature trees, colorful plantings, and bluestone walkway. The open floor plan, suited for everyday living and entertaining, features a step-down living room with gas fireplace and crown molding, dining room with crown molding, step-down family room with vaulted ceiling and skylight, and kitchen with granite countertops, Sub-Zero and Viking appliances, peninsula,...Located in a fantastic Waban neighborhood, this renovated brick-front Ranch-style residence is set on beautifully landscaped grounds with mature trees, colorful plantings, and bluestone walkway. The open floor plan, suited for everyday living and entertaining, features a step-down living room with gas fireplace and crown molding, dining room with crown molding, step-down family room with vaulted ceiling and skylight, and kitchen with granite countertops, Sub-Zero and Viking appliances, peninsula, desk area, and skylight. The kitchen, dining room, and family room all access the oversized deck. There are three plus bedrooms; the primary bedroom has vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet, and bathroom. The lower level has a playroom, den with multiple closets, bathroom, and access to two-car garage. In addition, there are hardwood floors, central a/c, storage, hot tub, 2019 roof, and 2020 solar panels. This well-maintained property is near village shops, recreational facilities, and major routes
Listing closed: 08/13/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72840755
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,825,000

Avg days on market

27

Sale-to-list ratio

99.3%

Newton, MA

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Location

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Property Information for 5 Mary Ellen Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $12,361 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Newton
  • MLS Area: Waban
  • Area: MA-Newton-Waban, MA-Newton
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Style: Ranch
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1951
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,840 SF

General Details

Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3180.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Zervas
  • High School: North
  • Middle School: Oak Hill

Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer, Utility Connections Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Basement Features: Finished, Garage Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Closet - Linen, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Bonus Room, Play Room
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Spa Features: Private
  • SpaYN: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Deck, Deck - Composite
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Water: Public

Room Information

Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 252.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Pendant
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Low Flow Toilet,Cabinets - Upgraded,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom3 Level: Basement
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 182.0
  • Dining Room Features: Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 375.0
  • Family Room Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Slider,Sunken
  • Family Room Length: 15.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 25.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 234.0
  • Kitchen Features: Skylight,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Peninsula,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 18.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 330.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Sunken,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.0

Property Information

Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Measured square footage is 3,180 including finished basement. Public record shows 2,460 including basement.Hot tub,washer/dryer and refrigerator (in storage area) included in sale. Named exclusion to contract.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:53 B:001 L:0025,695201
  • Assessments: $1,148,800
  • Book: 32118
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: SR2

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 4
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 5 Mary Ellen Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 13, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72840755

$1,639,000—
Jun 8, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72840755

—
Jun 1, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72840755

$1,589,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/13/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72840755

$1,639,000
06/08/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72840755

—
06/01/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72840755

$1,589,000

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

Public records

5 Mary Ellen Road

Beds

3

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

2,040 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,040 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

1,260 SqFt

Stories

1

Schools near 5 Mary Ellen 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 - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Zervas Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oak Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

Edco Secondary Education Program
Private6 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: 5 Mary Ellen Road, Newton, MA 02468
$1,639,000
3
3,180
8,840
–
3
2
1,985
14,268
$1,161,500
4
2,681
13,775
$1,018,500
4
3,364
10,114
$443,000
3
–
–
$1,109,000
4
3,201
18,050

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