55 Chestnut Hill Road

Sold 7/18/22
Sold 7/18/22
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Last Sold Price
$4,290,000
4 beds5,400 sqft$794/sqft
55 Chestnut Hill Rd, Newton, MA 02467

Description

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an incredible mid-century modern home on a generously sized lot in a prime Old Chestnut Hill location. Enter through a gracious foyer to the large den/media room which overlooks the meticulously cared for and tranquil outdoor spaces. A grand living room with wood burning fireplace and expansive dining and family rooms with beautiful floor to ceiling windows make for thoughtful living and entertaining. A spacious kitchen with a large and windowed breakfast room,...Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an incredible mid-century modern home on a generously sized lot in a prime Old Chestnut Hill location. Enter through a gracious foyer to the large den/media room which overlooks the meticulously cared for and tranquil outdoor spaces. A grand living room with wood burning fireplace and expansive dining and family rooms with beautiful floor to ceiling windows make for thoughtful living and entertaining. A spacious kitchen with a large and windowed breakfast room, mudroom and laundry complete the first floor. The second floor has a glorious primary suite with generously sized bedroom, large dressing room and a spacious, spa like bath with soaking tub. Also on this level are 3 additional bedrooms and full bath. The lower level features a 2 car garage, a large playroom/media room, room for a gym, cedar closet, full bath and ample storage spaces. This stunning home is just minutes from Chestnut Hill’s shopping and restaurants with easy access to Boston!
LISTING CLOSED: 07/18/2022 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Maggie Gold Seelig • MGS Group Real Estate LTD
  2. Listed by Rachel Goldman • MGS Group Real Estate LTD

Property Details for 55 Chestnut Hill Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
72989055
Days on Market
10
Taxes
$28,688 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1952
County
Middlesex County
Town
Newton
MLS Area
Chestnut Hill
Area
MA-Newton-Chestnut Hill, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,995,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

101.9%

Newton, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of MGS Group Real Estate LTD, Maggie Gold Seelig; MGS Group Real Estate LTD, Rachel Goldman

Sold By MGS Group Real Estate LTD - Wellesley, Peter Hill

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Building Information for 55 Chestnut Hill Road

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.79 AC / 34,532 SF

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Principal and Interest

$21,806

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 55 Chestnut Hill Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 5400.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bowen/Ward
  • High School: Newton South
  • Middle School: Oak Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:63 B:030 L:0016,699734
  • Assessments: $2,727,000
  • Book: 43721
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 55 Chestnut Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 18, 2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72989055

$4,290,000—
Jun 10, 2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72989055

—
Jun 10, 2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72989055

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/18/2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72989055

$4,290,000
06/10/2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72989055

—
06/10/2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72989055

—

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

Public Records for 55 Chestnut Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,912,800Additions$1,219,700Total$4,132,500
Tax Record2025$40,499 ($3,375 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,968 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,968 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,615 SqFtStories1Lot Size34,532 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952Year Renovated1952ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:63 B:030 L:0016

Schools near 55 Chestnut Hill 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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Listing Courtesy of MGS Group Real Estate LTD, Maggie Gold Seelig; MGS Group Real Estate LTD, Rachel Goldman

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