Last Sold Price
3 beds1,320 sqft$610/sqft
7 Ashcroft Rd, Newton, MA 02461

Description

Charming and well-maintained, this 1930's Colonial in sought after Newton Highlands is tucked away on a cul-de-sac, tree-lined side street! Features include high ceilings and hardwood floors - The first floor has a front-to-back living room with fireplace, built-ins, a spacious dining room with period detail, an eat-in kitchen and a half bath complete this level. The second floor consists of three bedrooms and a full bath. The partially finished basement has a cedar closet and offers additional storage...Charming and well-maintained, this 1930's Colonial in sought after Newton Highlands is tucked away on a cul-de-sac, tree-lined side street! Features include high ceilings and hardwood floors - The first floor has a front-to-back living room with fireplace, built-ins, a spacious dining room with period detail, an eat-in kitchen and a half bath complete this level. The second floor consists of three bedrooms and a full bath. The partially finished basement has a cedar closet and offers additional storage space. The exterior plantings have been lovingly cared for and the level side yard with a patio is perfect for entertaining. Awaiting your personal touch, this property is located in close proximity to the Countryside School, less than a mile to the Newton Highlands "T" Green Line and approximately 1.1 miles to Crystal Lake. The Newton Highlands Park is nearby with tennis, basketball and more plus close to major routes, shops and restaurants. A great opportunity to own in Newton!
LISTING CLOSED: 12/21/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 7 Ashcroft Road

Status
MLS #
73055500
Days on Market
11
Taxes
$7,454 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1930
Town
Newton
MLS Area
Newton Highlands
Area
MA-Newton-Newton Highlands, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces Total
2

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$940,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

102.7%

[Newton, MA]

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Location

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Building Information for 7 Ashcroft Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,923 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,713 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,092

Property Taxes

$621

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 7 Ashcroft Road

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, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Other
  • Living Area: 1320.0
  • Color: Beige
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: 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: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Closet - Cedar, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Garden Area, Patio
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 140.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 10.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 117.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Laminate,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 156.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 165.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Laminate,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 12X11
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 231.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Living Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Being sold " as is",Buyers and Buyers agent to do their own due diligence. Under Pest Contract,2014 Burnham boiler,2021 Hot water heater,Basement sink not usable,older windows,electric heat in one-half bathroom.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 707033
  • Assessments: $708,600
  • Book: 24864
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Zoning: SR3
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 7 Ashcroft Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 21, 2022

Sold

MLS PIN #73055500

$805,000
Nov 15, 2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73055500

Nov 15, 2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #73055500

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/21/2022

Sold

MLS PIN #73055500

$805,000
11/15/2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73055500

11/15/2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #73055500

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

Public Records for 7 Ashcroft Road

Taxable ValueLand$835,600Additions$185,600Total$1,021,200
Tax Record2025$10,008 ($834 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,332 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,332 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt572 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,923 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930ZoningSR3CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:83 B:002 L:0008

Schools near 7 Ashcroft Road

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Countryside Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

Wellan Montessori School
PrivatePK to 7

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

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This home: 7 Ashcroft Road, Newton, MA 02461
$805,000
3
1,320
4,923
$540,000
3
1,300
$872,000
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5,033
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5
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3,162
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