53 Margaret Rd

Newton, MA 02461

$1,076,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,494 Sq. Ft.
$720 / Sq. Ft.
1,494
Sq. Ft.
$720
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 3/7/25
Sold 3/7/25

Description

Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to own in Newton Highlands, just steps to the Green Line T! This lovingly-cared for colonial has been in the same family for 60+ years and is ready for its next owner to add their own personal touch! The 1st floor features a charming fire-placed living room, formal dining room, light-filled kitchen, 1/2 bath & a wonderful heated sunroom perfect for enjoying year-round, overlooking the yard. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 bedrooms including a generous front-to-back primary...Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to own in Newton Highlands, just steps to the Green Line T! This lovingly-cared for colonial has been in the same family for 60+ years and is ready for its next owner to add their own personal touch! The 1st floor features a charming fire-placed living room, formal dining room, light-filled kitchen, 1/2 bath & a wonderful heated sunroom perfect for enjoying year-round, overlooking the yard. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 bedrooms including a generous front-to-back primary w/2 closets, plus a spacious full bath & linen closet. Laundry & excellent storage space downstairs w/potential to finish the basement. Most major systems have been updated within the past 10-15 years. Level lot with fenced-in yard plus 1 car garage. Easy access to Route 9, 95, Eliot T, and all the shops, restaurants & amenities in the vibrant Highlands and on Needham St, plus Echo Bridge & nearby parks. Wonderful home in a fantastic commuter-friendly location; a must see!
  1. Listed by Fleet Homes Group • Keller Williams Realty
  2. Listed by Melanie K. Fleet • Keller Williams Realty
  3. Listed by Ashley Harwood • Keller Williams Realty

Property Details for 53 Margaret Road

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Newton Highlands
Area
MA-Newton-Newton Highlands, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING CLOSED: 03/07/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 53 Margaret Road

StatusSold
MLS #73326299
Days on Market13
Taxes$7,786 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1957
CountyMiddlesex County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Fleet Homes Group; Keller Williams Realty, Melanie K. Fleet; Keller Williams Realty, Ashley Harwood

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Building Information for 53 Margaret Road

Stories-Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,940 SF

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$6,118 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,469

Property Taxes

$649

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 53 Margaret Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1494.0
  • Color: Red
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Zervas
  • High School: Newton South
  • Middle School: Oak Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Sellers have quote for refinishing hardwood floors upstairs. Agent to provide more info upon request.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: S:51 B:020 L:0014,693699
  • Assessments: $797,700
  • Book: 11499
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: MR2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage: 65.00
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 53 Margaret Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 7, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73326299

$1,076,000—
Jan 28, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73326299

—
Jan 21, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73326299

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/07/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73326299

$1,076,000
01/28/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73326299

—
01/21/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73326299

—

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

Public Records for 53 Margaret Road

Taxable ValueLand$811,800Additions$9,800Total$821,600
Tax Record2025$8,052 ($671 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,494 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,494 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,940 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated1957ZoningMR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:51 B:020 L:0014

Schools near 53 Margaret Road

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Zervas Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Oak Hill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Newton South High School
Public - 9 to 12
Riverside Life Skills School
Private - 9 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

Riverside Life Skills School
Private9 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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