53 Vista Avenue, Unit AB

Newton, MA 02466

$1,975,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,706 Sq. Ft.
$420 / Sq. Ft.
4,706
Sq. Ft.
$420
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This magnificent home is set in the historic Winslow-Hanskell Mansion, know as The Castle. It is situated on a secluded hill top approached by a long private driveway surrounded by almost 4 acres of lush woodland, an oasis yet only 10 miles from down town Boston. The current owners have painstakingly restored this expansive floor through home adding exquisite modern touches, it is truly breathtaking. Enter the home through the formal mahogany paneled foyer or your own private entrance to the magnificent...This magnificent home is set in the historic Winslow-Hanskell Mansion, know as The Castle. It is situated on a secluded hill top approached by a long private driveway surrounded by almost 4 acres of lush woodland, an oasis yet only 10 miles from down town Boston. The current owners have painstakingly restored this expansive floor through home adding exquisite modern touches, it is truly breathtaking. Enter the home through the formal mahogany paneled foyer or your own private entrance to the magnificent gourmet kitchen with 12ft coffered ceilings. It has been renovated as a place to entertain with a paneled formal drawing room, an expansive dining room and a grand formal sitting room with wet bar, custom built-in cabinetry and a fireplace, all these spaces have 12ft ceilings and over sized windows giving them incredible light. The Primary suite is also exceptional with custom closets, a palatial bathroom and private garden patio. There are two further bedrooms and much more.. A must see
  1. Listed by Lisa Godwin • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Dawn Felicani • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 53 Vista Avenue, Unit AB

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Auburndale
Area
MA-Newton-Auburndale, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Lisa Godwin; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Dawn Felicani

Sold By Rutledge Properties, Joan Mankoff

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/08/2022 07:14 PM

Property Details for 53 Vista Avenue, Unit AB

StatusSold
MLS #72853775
Days on Market162
Taxes$21,011 / year
HOA Fees$1,250
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1872
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Lisa Godwin; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Dawn Felicani

Sold By Rutledge Properties, Joan Mankoff

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Building Information for 53 Vista Avenue, Unit AB

Building/ComplexThe Castle CondominiumsFloor1Stories2Residences3Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1872

Payment Calculator

$13,779 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,778

Property Taxes

$1,751

HOA Dues

$1,250

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Property Information for 53 Vista Avenue, Unit AB

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Assume Conv.
  • Living Area: 4706.0
  • Total Units: 3
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Certified Historic,Renovated Since
  • Year Converted: 2008
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Grade School: Williams
  • High School: Newton South
  • Middle School: Brown
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wine Cooler, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Home Office, Sun Room, Wine Cellar, Bathroom
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick, Stone
  • Entry Location: Ground
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 532.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 28.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 19.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 240.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 110.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 575.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 23.0
  • Dining Room Width: 25.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 924.0
  • Family Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Wet Bar,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Family Room Length: 44.0
  • Family Room Width: 21.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 546.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Second Dishwasher,Wainscoting,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead,Archway
  • Kitchen Length: 26.0
  • Kitchen Width: 21.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 7X6
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 450.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting
  • Room Living Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Living Room Width: 25.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 100.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Office Length: 10.0
  • Room Office Width: 10.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Condo fees are paid as and when invoices are received. Condo fee is based on 2020 expenses. Located in Auburndale Historic District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:43 B:036 L:0005,692093
  • Assessments: $1,952,700
  • Book: 1272
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Complex Name: The Castle Condominiums
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 3
  • Owner Occupied Source: owner
  • Association Security: Security System
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: AB
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 53 Vista Avenue, Unit AB

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Schools near 53 Vista Avenue, Unit AB

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 - 3 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Williams Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

Learning Prep School
Private3 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Lisa Godwin; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Dawn Felicani

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