57 Dorset Road

Sold 2/20/18

Sold

Last Sold Price

$1,468,000

6 beds5 baths4,329 sqft$339/sqft

57 Dorset Rd, Newton, MA 02468

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.46 acresLot Size

1926Year Built

$339/sq ftPrice per sq ft

4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Wonderful Waban! Rare Reproduction Salem Colonial offers floorplan w many options for entertaining & family living ~ plus sweeping golf course views, large private lot,& loads of character. Exceptional woodwork eg beamed ceilings, ornate fireplaces, elegant bannisters, period built-ins. LR is both expansive & welcoming, centered around an oversized FP. Adjoining den has a FP, too, and is surrounded by windows. Modern eat-in-kitchen is every cook’s dream ~ spacious w granite counters, stainless appliances,...Wonderful Waban! Rare Reproduction Salem Colonial offers floorplan w many options for entertaining & family living ~ plus sweeping golf course views, large private lot,& loads of character. Exceptional woodwork eg beamed ceilings, ornate fireplaces, elegant bannisters, period built-ins. LR is both expansive & welcoming, centered around an oversized FP. Adjoining den has a FP, too, and is surrounded by windows. Modern eat-in-kitchen is every cook’s dream ~ spacious w granite counters, stainless appliances, gas range & French doors to a large deck for al fresco dining & lovely views. An elegant curved staircase leads to 5 BRs including a front-to-back master w/ large FP & ensuite bath. Over the garage is a private suite for guests/ au pair. A sunny family room on lower level has a fireplace and glass sliders to a bluestone patio/large yard. The home has many updates, central air, lots of storage. Easy access to shops, restaurants, public transportation, major highways. A winner!

Listed by: The Gillach Group • William Raveis R. E. & Home Services
Listed by: Mary Gillach • William Raveis R. E. & Home Services

Listing closed: 02/20/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72247790

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Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 57 Dorset Road

Property Details

Taxes: $16,194 / year
MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
County: Middlesex County
Town: Newton
Area: MA-Newton
Architectural Style: Colonial
Style: Colonial
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces Total: 4

Building Information

Year Built: 1926
Lot Size: 0.46 AC / 19,992 SF

General Details

Property Details

Building Area Units: Square Feet
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
Living Area: 4329.0
Color: Mauve
SqFt with Basement: Yes
Property Attached: No
Single Family Type: Detached
Waterfront: No
Water View: No
Year Built Details: Approximate
Year Built Source: Public Records

Location/School

Grade School: Angier
High School: Newton South

Features

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access

Num of Baths: 5.0
Num of Full Baths: 4
Num of Half Baths: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
DoorFeatures: French Doors
FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
FireplaceYN: Yes
Fireplaces: 4
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Ceiling - Beamed, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Den, Home Office, Bedroom, Bathroom
Interior Features: French Doors, Other(See Remarks)
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Primary Bath: Yes
SpaYN: Yes
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)

Exterior Features

Construction: Post & Beam
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System

Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Roof Material: Slate

Parking Features

Attached Garage: Yes
Carport: No

Covered Spaces: 2.00
Garage: Yes
Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
Open Parking: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
Parking Features: Off-Street

Utilities

Cooling: Central Air, Other (See Remarks)
Cooling: Yes

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Heating: Yes
Sewer: City/Town Sewer
Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Water: Public

Room Information

Primary Bedroom

Room Primary Bedroom Area: 408.0
Room Primary Bedroom Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Room Primary Bedroom Length: 24.0
Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0

Bedroom 2

Bedroom2 Area: 240.0
Bedroom2 Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom2 Width: 15.0

Bedroom 3

Bedroom3 Area: 144.0
Bedroom3 Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom3 Width: 9.0

Bedroom 4

Bedroom4 Area: 238.0
Bedroom4 Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom4 Length: 17.0
Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bedroom4 Width: 14.0

Bedroom 5

Bedroom5 Area: 210.0
Bedroom5 Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom5 Length: 15.0
Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bedroom5 Width: 14.0

Bathroom 1

Bathroom1 Area: 16.0
Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom1 Length: 4.0
Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom1 Width: 4.0

Bathroom 2

Bathroom2 Area: 40.0
Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom2 Length: 8.0
Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom2 Width: 5.0

Bathroom 3

Bathroom3 Area: 30.0
Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom3 Length: 6.0
Bathroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom3 Width: 5.0

Dining Room

Dining Room Area: 240.0
Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Length: 16.0
Dining Room Level: First
Dining Room Width: 15.0

Family Room

Family Room Area: 240.0
Family Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,French Doors,Exterior Access

Family Room Length: 16.0
Family Room Level: Basement
Family Room Width: 15.0

Kitchen

Kitchen Area: 272.0
Kitchen Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Balcony / Deck,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Peninsula

Kitchen Length: 17.0
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Width: 16.0

Living Room

Room Living Room Area: 408.0
Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Room Living Room Length: 24.0
Room Living Room Level: First
Room Living Room Width: 17.0

Other Room 1

Room Office Area: 99.0
Room Office Features: Ceiling - Beamed,Flooring - Hardwood

Room Office Length: 11.0
Room Office Level: First
Room Office Width: 9.0

Property Information

Property Info

Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Units: Acres

Road Frontage Type: Public
Disclosures: See broker / feature sheet

Tax Information

Tax ID: S:55 B:010 L:0043,697143
Assessments: $1,456,300

Book: 17398
Tax Year: 2017
Zoning: SR2

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics

Beds Total: 6

Other Building Characteristics

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Cooling Zones: 1

Heat Zones: 7

Market and Agent Information

Sale Info

Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 57 Dorset Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Feb 20, 2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #617382114	$1,468,000	—
Feb 20, 2018	Sold MLS PIN #72247790	$1,468,000	—
Dec 13, 2017	Contingent MLS PIN #72247790		—
Oct 26, 2017	Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72247790	$1,495,000	—
Dec 6, 2008	Canceled MLS PIN #70737658	$1,295,000	—
Apr 3, 2008	Listed (Active) MLS PIN #70737658	$1,395,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
02/20/2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #617382114	$1,468,000
02/20/2018	Sold MLS PIN #72247790	$1,468,000
12/13/2017	Contingent MLS PIN #72247790	—
10/26/2017	Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72247790	$1,495,000
12/06/2008	Canceled MLS PIN #70737658	$1,295,000
04/03/2008	Listed (Active) MLS PIN #70737658	$1,395,000

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

Public Records for 57 Dorset Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,518,300Additions$574,200Total$2,092,500

Tax Record2025$20,507 ($1,709 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,099 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,099 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt283 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,992 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926Year Renovated1926ZoningSR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:55 B:010 L:0043

Schools near 57 Dorset Road

This home is within Newton School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
9/10	Angier Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.2 mi
10/10	Charles E Brown Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.7 mi
10/10	Newton South High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
9/10	Angier Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.2 mi
10/10	Charles E Brown Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.7 mi
10/10	Newton South High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.7 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 57 Dorset Road, Newton, MA 02468	$1,468,000	6	5	4,329	19,992
51 Dorset Road, Newton, MA 02468	$1,530,000	3	3	3,195	20,041
67 Dorset Road, Newton, MA 02468	$900,000	5	5	4,175	–
50 Dorset Road, Newton, MA 02468	$618,175	4	4	–	–
10 Locke Road, Waban, MA 02468	$2,400,000	4	5	4,665	18,713
41 Dorset Road, Newton, MA 02468	$1,025,000	4	3	2,542	24,936
77 Dorset Road, Waban, MA 02468	$1,375,000	5	4	3,453	–
80 Dorset Road, Waban, MA 02468	$1	4	5	3,910	–
20 Locke Road, Newton, MA 02468	$1,950,000	5	4	3,527	15,761
26 Dorset Road, Waban, MA 02468	$2,495,000	4	3	3,137	13,000
15 Locke Road, Waban, MA 02468	$1	4	4	3,576	–
29 Dorset Road, Newton, MA 02468	$1,770,000	5	5	4,305	23,361
89 Dorset Road, Waban, MA 02468	–	5	3.5	2,860	21,792
23 Locke Road, Waban, MA 02468	–	5	3.5	4,266	16,406
18 Dorset Road, Waban, MA 02468	–	4	2.5	2,806	13,000
6 Wamesit Road, Waban, MA 02468	$1,150,000	4	4	2,861	14,865

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