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Last Sold Price
4 beds3,840 sqft$508/sqft
70 Arnold Rd, Newton, MA 02459
Single FamilyProperty Type
9,265 sq ftLot Size
1927Year Built
$508/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Stunning full renovation of a 3800 sf+ 1927 English Cotswold/Tudor. Gutted in 2016, this 4 bed, 4.5 bath home w/ open floor plan is a gem in a high demand area. The 1st floor features an amazing kitchen with Thermador appliances, upgraded granite counters, an island with farm sink & seating for 4+ to watch the chef in action. The kitchen has direct access to the covered deck & overlooks the family rm w/ gas fireplace & custom mantel. Dining area has french doors to exterior & opens to living rm w/...Stunning full renovation of a 3800 sf+ 1927 English Cotswold/Tudor. Gutted in 2016, this 4 bed, 4.5 bath home w/ open floor plan is a gem in a high demand area. The 1st floor features an amazing kitchen with Thermador appliances, upgraded granite counters, an island with farm sink & seating for 4+ to watch the chef in action. The kitchen has direct access to the covered deck & overlooks the family rm w/ gas fireplace & custom mantel. Dining area has french doors to exterior & opens to living rm w/ gas FP. Hardwood floors, wainscot & rich crown molding on this floor. The 2nd level has a gracious mstr suite with 2 walk-in closets & a luxurious bathroom. 3 additional bedrooms including 1 en-suite & laundry complete this floor. Finished basement has a full bath and bonus room great for guests plus a fitness area w/ rubber flooring . Outdoor space is lush and colorful. Close to schools, golf, Cutler Park and easy access to major roads in and out of the city. Appts only for 8/9 open house.
  • Listed by: The Baker Team • Keller Williams Realty
  • Listed by: Patricia Baker • Keller Williams Realty
Listing closed: 09/30/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72705223

Recent comparable sales

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$2,150,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

98.5%

Newton, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, The Baker Team; Keller Williams Realty, Patricia Baker

Sold By RE/MAX Destiny, Landry & Co. Realty Group

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Property Information for 70 Arnold Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $18,877 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Newton
  • MLS Area: Newton Center
  • Area: MA-Newton-Newton Center, MA-Newton
  • Architectural Style: Tudor
  • Style: Tudor
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 9,265 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3840.0
  • Color: Br/Stucco
  • 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: Mem Sp/Ctysde
  • High School: Newton South
  • Middle School: Oak H/Brown
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Vacuum System, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • 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: Insulated Doors, French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Office, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Central Vacuum, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Porch, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered
  • Roof Material: Shingle
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
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 288.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 224.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 256.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom4 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 187.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 17.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 338.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Length: 13.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 26.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 170.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 10.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 17.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 187.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 143.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Office Length: 11.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 13.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: No showings August 24-28
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:82 B:012 L:0005,706097
  • Assessments: $1,808,100
  • Book: 66863
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: SR2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1.0

Property History for 70 Arnold Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 30, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72705223

$1,952,000
Aug 24, 2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72705223

Aug 24, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72705223

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/30/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72705223

$1,952,000
08/24/2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72705223

08/24/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72705223

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

Public Records for 70 Arnold Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,058,700Additions$1,237,500Total$2,296,200
Tax Record2025$22,503 ($1,875 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt2,732 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,732 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt210 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,265 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927Year Renovated1927ZoningSR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:82 B:012 L:0005

Schools near 70 Arnold 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 8
Rating
School
Distance
Memorial Spaulding Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oak Hill 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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Nearby home values

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This home: 70 Arnold Road, Newton, MA 02459
$1,952,000
4
3,840
9,265
$1,450,000
4
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8,355
$810,000
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$770,000
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13,798

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