61 Truman Road

Sold 8/18/23
Sold 8/18/23
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$980,000
4 beds1,954 sqft$502/sqft
61 Truman Rd, Newton, MA 02459
Single FamilyProperty Type
8,000 sq ftLot Size
1950Year Built
$502/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

This charming Cape is in a fabulous Newton Centre neighborhood: it is close to the schools, public transportation (bus and T stops), shopping, houses of worship, and commuting routes. The house is in move-in condition and sits on a level lot and features on the first floor a spacious foyer, living room, kitchen, dining room, a full (updated) bath, and two bedrooms (one with stackable washer/dryer in closet). Two large bedrooms with walk-in closets and a second full bath are on the second floor. The...This charming Cape is in a fabulous Newton Centre neighborhood: it is close to the schools, public transportation (bus and T stops), shopping, houses of worship, and commuting routes. The house is in move-in condition and sits on a level lot and features on the first floor a spacious foyer, living room, kitchen, dining room, a full (updated) bath, and two bedrooms (one with stackable washer/dryer in closet). Two large bedrooms with walk-in closets and a second full bath are on the second floor. The lower level has a finished family room, a second laundry area, and a utility room with bulkhead access to the backyard. There is a newer deck accessible from the kitchen and is a perfect spot to enjoy the outdoors. The lot is level and has a manageable footprint which means easy maintenance. This home is a great entry point for buyers seeking Newton and is a must-see!
Listing closed: 08/18/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73135673

Recent comparable sales

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$1,150,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

104.9%

Newton, MA

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Property Information for 61 Truman Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,049 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Middlesex County
  • Town: Newton
  • MLS Area: Newton Center
  • Area: MA-Newton-Newton Center, MA-Newton
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Style: Garden, Cape
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.18 AC / 8,000 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1954.0
  • Color: Beige
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Countryside
  • High School: Newton South
  • Middle School: Brown
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Office
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Garden Area, Deck - Composite
  • Lot Description: Easements, Flood Plain, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Stream, Lake/Pond, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 231.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 21.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 340.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 20.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 17.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 90.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Countertops - Paper Based,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 110.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 11.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 10.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 176.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Paper Based,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 16.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 15X10
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 192.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 12.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 54.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Length: 9.0
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 6.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Seller has not lived in home for many years. Subject to appointment of Personal Representative. Some windows have broken seals. House is in a Flood Zone; ask agent. Ask agent about the Lead Disclosure.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: S:81 B:031 L:0018,704531
  • Assessments: $790,700
  • Book: 12489
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: SR3
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1.0

Property History for 61 Truman Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 18, 2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73135673

$980,000—
Jul 15, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73135673

—
Jul 15, 2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73135673

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/18/2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73135673

$980,000
07/15/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73135673

—
07/15/2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73135673

—

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

Public Records for 61 Truman Road

Taxable ValueLand$882,100Additions$15,600Total$897,700
Tax Record2025$8,797 ($733 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,754 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,754 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt548 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1950ZoningSR3CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:81 B:031 L:0018

Schools near 61 Truman Road

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Countryside Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Newton South High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Countryside Elementary School
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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