Last Sold Price
2 beds2,003 sqft$524/sqft
74 Ober Rd, Unit 74Newton, MA02459

Description

Nestled in the heart of Newton and within close proximity to Newton Centre, Chestnut Hill and The Street, #74 Ober Road offers true countryside living. Designed by the famous architect, HH Richardson, this property has over 2000 square feet of living space and is located on 5 acres of park-like grounds. Enter through the courtyard to a cathedral and beamed ceiling living/dining room with a wood-burning fireplace, and views of the private back deck and expansive lawn, trees and wildlife. There is...Nestled in the heart of Newton and within close proximity to Newton Centre, Chestnut Hill and The Street, #74 Ober Road offers true countryside living. Designed by the famous architect, HH Richardson, this property has over 2000 square feet of living space and is located on 5 acres of park-like grounds. Enter through the courtyard to a cathedral and beamed ceiling living/dining room with a wood-burning fireplace, and views of the private back deck and expansive lawn, trees and wildlife. There is a recently renovated, eat-in kitchen, a family room with a custom mirrored bar, a half-bath, and a recently updated laundry/storage/mudroom. Up the graceful, winding stairs are two generous bedrooms, one with a fireplace, both with bathrooms and custom-designed closets. This unique and special property has been meticulously cared for and updated by its present (and only the fourth) owner. There is a detached garage parking space, extra storage, and additional parking in front of the building.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/01/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by The Whitney Group • Hammond Residential Real Estate
  2. Listed by Blake Whitney • Hammond Residential Real Estate
  3. Listed by Tory Whitney • Hammond Residential Real Estate
  4. Listed by Vicky Whitney • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Property Details for 74 Ober Road, Unit 74

Status
MLS #
73171418
Days on Market
132
Taxes
$9,482 / year
HOA Fees
$1,471 / month
Property Type
MLS Type
Condominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built
1890
Town
Newton
Area
MA-Newton
Style
Townhouse, Rowhouse, Courtyard, Garden
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Front, Courtyard

Location

Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, The Whitney Group; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Blake Whitney; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Tory Whitney; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Vicky Whitney

Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Team Pearlstein

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Building Information for 74 Ober Road, Unit 74

Building/ComplexBigelow House CondominiumFloor1Stories2Residences5Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1890

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$7,598 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,337

Property Taxes

$790

HOA Dues

$1,471

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Property Information for 74 Ober Road, Unit 74

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Storage, Garden Area
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2003.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 5
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Certified Historic
  • Year Converted: 1981
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Spalding
  • High School: Newton
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown, Other(See Remarks), Security System
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Entry Location: Front,Courtyard
  • Exterior Features: Courtyard, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Storage Shed, Decorative Lighting, Fruit Trees, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Decorative Lighting, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: Townhouse, Rowhouse
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Deeded, Barn, Off-Street, Common, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Deeded, Barn, Off-Street, Common, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Deeded, Off-Street, Common, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 236.097222
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.833333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.916666
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 224.986111
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.916666
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.166666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 197.125
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Family Room Length: 14.25
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 13.833333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 267.222222
  • Kitchen Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Vinyl,Dining Area,Country Kitchen,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 15.416666
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 17.333333
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 7'9"X15'2"
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 427.388888
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,High Speed Internet Hookup
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.333333
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 26.166666
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Management Association Bylaws, Association Financial Statements
  • Documents Count: 5
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: See Seller's list of home improvements.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:82 B:015B L:0002A,706291
  • Assessments: $931,400
  • Block: 0158
  • Book: 70784
  • Lot: 0002A
  • Map: 82
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: MR3
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Name: Bigelow House Condominium
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Units Owner Occupied: 5
  • Association Security: Other, Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 74
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 74 Ober Road, Unit 74

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 1, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73171418

$1,050,000—
Feb 6, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73171418

—
Feb 6, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73171418

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/01/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73171418

$1,050,000
02/06/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73171418

—
02/06/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73171418

—

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Schools near 74 Ober Road, Unit 74

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.

Newton
Newton
An exclusive enclave of elegant estates. For generations, this historic town has been an exclusive enclave and remains one of Boston’s most desirable places to live. Newton is filled with luxurious estates cradled by lush greenery, and is surrounded by fine dining and shopping.

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Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, The Whitney Group; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Blake Whitney; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Tory Whitney; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Vicky Whitney

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