5 Sheldon Rd

2,580 Sq. Ft.
$581 / Sq. Ft.
2,580
Sq. Ft.
$581
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 5 Sheldon Road in Newton Centre — a thoughtfully updated 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Colonial set on a level 10,000+ SF lot with exceptional curb appeal. The inviting foyer opens to a sun-filled living room with fireplace and hardwood floors. A spacious 1st floor addition offers a bedroom suite or family room with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, full bath, laundry, and direct backyard access. The formal dining room flows into the modern kitchen featuring granite countertops, tiled backsplash,...Welcome to 5 Sheldon Road in Newton Centre — a thoughtfully updated 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Colonial set on a level 10,000+ SF lot with exceptional curb appeal. The inviting foyer opens to a sun-filled living room with fireplace and hardwood floors. A spacious 1st floor addition offers a bedroom suite or family room with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, full bath, laundry, and direct backyard access. The formal dining room flows into the modern kitchen featuring granite countertops, tiled backsplash, gas cooking, abundant cabinetry, and a picture window overlooking the fully fenced backyard. A half bath, mudroom, and 1-car garage complete the main level. Upstairs features 3 generous bedrooms with ample closets and a full bath. The partially finished lower level with fireplace is ideal for a playroom, gym, or media room, plus extra storage. Outside, the landscaped grounds provide privacy with mature plantings, garden beds, & storage shed. Ideally located in prime Newton Centre location!

Listing Agents

  1. The Collective - MA

    The Collective - MA

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-807-0853

  2. Lara Shuqom

    Lara Shuqom

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (678)-549-5357

  3. Lisa Vieira

    Lisa Vieira

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-981-2114

Property Details for 5 Sheldon Road

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Newton Center
Area
MA-Newton-Newton Center, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Open Houses

Saturday, Jun 6th1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Sunday, Jun 7th1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
LISTING UPDATED: 05/31/2026 03:10 AM

Property Details for 5 Sheldon Road

StatusActive
MLS #73525489
Days on Market9
Taxes$10,297 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1944
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 5 Sheldon Road

Stories-Year Built1944Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,454 SF

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$8,333 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,475

Property Taxes

$858

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5 Sheldon Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 2580.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Partial, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached
  • Parking Features: Attached
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 205.041666666
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 11.083333333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.5
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 168.625
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.25
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.833333333
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 122.666666666
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.666666666
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.5
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 68.458333333
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.833333333
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 7.75
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 21.25
  • Bathroom2 Length: 4.25
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 40.5625
  • Bathroom3 Length: 8.25
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 4.916666666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 138.652777777
  • Dining Room Length: 11.166666666
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.416666666
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 372.152777777
  • Family Room Length: 19.416666666
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 19.166666666
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 141.319444444
  • Kitchen Length: 15.416666666
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 9.166666666
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 6'2"X11'6"
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 253.958333333
  • Room Living Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 22.083333333
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Central AC in the 1st Floor Addition and there's a whole house fan in the main house. Automatic garage door isn't operating. Garage door opens manually.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 704706
  • Assessments: $1,052,100
  • Book: 80308
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: SR3
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 5 Sheldon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73525489

$1,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73525489

$1,500,000

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

Public Records for 5 Sheldon Road

Taxable ValueLand$818,700Additions$183,300Total$1,002,000
Tax Record2025$9,820 ($818 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,116 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,116 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt471 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,360 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1944ZoningSR3CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:81 B:039 L:0001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5 Sheldon Road

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

Bowen
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South 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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5 Sheldon Road is a single family home for sale in Newton, MA 02459. This property was listed for sale on May 27, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,500,000. This listing's school district is Newton School District. Nearby schools include Countryside Elementary School, Bowen and Charles E Brown Middle School. 5 Sheldon Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,580 sqft single family home built in 1944.

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