1 Barnes Rd

2,097 Sq. Ft.
$569 / Sq. Ft.
2,097
Sq. Ft.
$569
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 1 Barnes Road, a picture-perfect Colonial tucked into Newton’s beloved Hunnewell Hill neighborhood. This charming three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home seamlessly blends timeless character with thoughtful modern upgrades, offering comfort and style. Sunlight pours through new Marvin windows, highlighting a flowing floor plan designed for everyday living and easy entertaining. Recent updates include a new ducted heat pump HVAC system with backup, a hybrid water heater, upgraded 200-amp...Welcome to 1 Barnes Road, a picture-perfect Colonial tucked into Newton’s beloved Hunnewell Hill neighborhood. This charming three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home seamlessly blends timeless character with thoughtful modern upgrades, offering comfort and style. Sunlight pours through new Marvin windows, highlighting a flowing floor plan designed for everyday living and easy entertaining. Recent updates include a new ducted heat pump HVAC system with backup, a hybrid water heater, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, an EV charging outlet, and comprehensive insulation throughout the walls, attic, and basement — all ensuring turnkey, energy-efficient living. Ideally located near parks, local shops, dining, public transportation, and major commuter routes, 1 Barnes Road offers the perfect balance of neighborhood charm and urban convenience. A special opportunity to settle into one of Newton’s most desirable communities.

Listing Agents

  1. Allison Blank

    Allison Blank

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    allison.blank@compass.com

    P: (617)-851-2734

  2. Emily Gloss

    Emily Gloss

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    emily.gloss@compass.com

    P: (617)-755-9042

Property Details for 1 Barnes Road

Town
Newton
Area
MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 06/26/2025 09:41 AM

Property Details for 1 Barnes Road

StatusSold
MLS #73366357
Days on Market21
Taxes$8,624 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Compass, Brian Belliveau

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Building Information for 1 Barnes Road

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,651 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,531 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,812

Property Taxes

$719

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1 Barnes Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 2097.0
  • Color: Green
  • 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: Underwood
  • High School: Newton North
  • Middle School: Bigelow
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Closet, Home Office, Mud Room
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Lot Description: Easements, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 240.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 140.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 126.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 169.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 150.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 270.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 18.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 120.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Office Length: 15.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 8.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Ring doorbell on premises
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:71 B:024 L:0014,702053
  • Assessments: $880,000
  • Book: 74209
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR3
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heat Zones: 5
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5

Property History for 1 Barnes Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73366357

$1,192,500
May 5, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73366357

May 5, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73366357

Apr 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73366357

$1,149,000
Feb 28, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72577681

$762,000
Jan 9, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72577681

Oct 9, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72577681

$889,000
Apr 1, 1991

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88050797

$182,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73366357

$1,192,500
05/05/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73366357

05/05/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73366357

04/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73366357

$1,149,000
02/28/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72577681

$762,000
01/09/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72577681

10/09/2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72577681

$889,000
04/01/1991

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88050797

$182,000

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

Public Records for 1 Barnes Road

Taxable ValueLand$767,100Additions$112,900Total$880,000
Tax Record2025$8,624 ($719 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,745 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,745 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt704 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,651 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningSR3CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:71 B:024 L:0014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1 Barnes 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 12
Rating
School
Distance
Underwood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bigelow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Perkins School For The Blind
PrivatePK 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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