OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2023 for $1.7M

$2,062,574

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,395/mo

•

3,139

sq ft

228 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 02466

About this home

ACCEPTED OFFER - 5/13 Open House is cancelled. A true sanctuary tucked away in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Auburndale, known as the Islington Peninsula. Set back on a picturesque .32 acre lot with pond views through the trees, sits a stunning 5bed/2.5bath Colonial featuring 4 levels of living to include a finished 3rd floor and partially finished basement. The updated kitchen opens into a large living room with vaulted ceilings and oversized windows showcasing the nature views. Enjoy your brand-new deck and take it all in. Complete with 4 parking spaces, 5 bedrooms (including a primary suite), 2 home offices, a screened-in porch, a private deck, and a private, tranquil setting. Norumbega Park (1/4 mile), Charles River Path (1/2 mile), Auburndale Square (3/4 mile), Commuter Rail (3/4 mile), Access to Rte. 90 & Rte. 128 (1.5 miles). Welcome Home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1943Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$657Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Haywood Kristiansen Group • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

Bought with Leigh Doukas • Coldwell Banker Realty - Needham

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•Source:MLS PIN #73097791

Redfin Estimate

$2,062,574

$363K since sold in July 2023$23K since July

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This home's estimate is 35.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.52M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,799,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,884 sq ft
372 Central St, Auburndale, MA 02466
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,340,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,320 sq ft
285 Lexington, Auburndale, MA 02466
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$2,200,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths3,290 sq ft
54 Temple St, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,385,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,257 sq ft
110 Falmouth Rd, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD FEB 23, 2026
$910,000
E
5 beds3 baths2,319 sq ft
48 Albert St, Waltham, MA 02453
SOLD MAR 6, 2026
$1,500,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,367 sq ft
1754 Washington St, Auburndale, MA 02466

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Market trends in 02466, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.5%

+1.7% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$153K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

EARLY ACCESS
$2,195,000
5 beds5 baths3,800 sq ft
64 Auburn St #64, Auburndale, MA 02466
$499,000
1 bed1 bath870 sq ft
209 Riverview Ave #7, Auburndale, MA 02466
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Sale history for 228 Islington Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,255 (+3.8%)

$1,135,800 + $335,300

$1,471,100

2025

$13,730 (+3.4%)

$1,081,700 + $319,300

$1,401,000

2024

$13,276 (+8.6%)

$1,050,200 + $310,000

$1,360,200

2023

$12,221 (+4.5%)

$816,500 + $384,000

$1,200,500

2022

$11,694 (+3.6%)

$756,000 + $355,600

$1,111,600

2021

$11,284 (+3.1%)

$713,200 + $335,500

$1,048,700

2020

$10,948 (+2.9%)

$713,200 + $335,500

$1,048,700

2019

$10,640 (+5.5%)

$692,400 + $325,800

$1,018,200

2018

$10,086 (+3.1%)

$623,600 + $308,600

$932,200

2017

$9,779 (+4.6%)

$588,300 + $291,100

$879,400

2016

$9,353 (+4.9%)

$549,800 + $272,100

$821,900

2015

$8,918 (+0.5%)

$513,800 + $254,300

$768,100

2014

$8,878 (+5.5%)

$471,100 + $261,400

$732,500

2013

$8,413 (+2.9%)

$471,100 + $261,100

$732,200

2012

$8,179 (−9.2%)

$471,100 + $261,100

$732,200

2011

$9,011 (+2.6%)

$473,200 + $353,500

$826,700

2010

$8,782 (+2.4%)

$482,900 + $360,700

$843,600

2009

$8,574

$492,800 + $368,000

$860,800

Tax history for 228 Islington Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,255 (+3.8%)

$1,135,800 + $335,300

$1,471,100

2025

$13,730 (+3.4%)

$1,081,700 + $319,300

$1,401,000

2024

$13,276 (+8.6%)

$1,050,200 + $310,000

$1,360,200

2023

$12,221 (+4.5%)

$816,500 + $384,000

$1,200,500

2022

$11,694 (+3.6%)

$756,000 + $355,600

$1,111,600

2021

$11,284 (+3.1%)

$713,200 + $335,500

$1,048,700

2020

$10,948 (+2.9%)

$713,200 + $335,500

$1,048,700

2019

$10,640 (+5.5%)

$692,400 + $325,800

$1,018,200

2018

$10,086 (+3.1%)

$623,600 + $308,600

$932,200

2017

$9,779 (+4.6%)

$588,300 + $291,100

$879,400

2016

$9,353 (+4.9%)

$549,800 + $272,100

$821,900

2015

$8,918 (+0.5%)

$513,800 + $254,300

$768,100

2014

$8,878 (+5.5%)

$471,100 + $261,400

$732,500

2013

$8,413 (+2.9%)

$471,100 + $261,100

$732,200

2012

$8,179 (−9.2%)

$471,100 + $261,100

$732,200

2011

$9,011 (+2.6%)

$473,200 + $353,500

$826,700

2010

$8,782 (+2.4%)

$482,900 + $360,700

$843,600

2009

$8,574

$492,800 + $368,000

$860,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.32 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,158

Year built

1943

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3541846S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,139
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Pond

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Wooded
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,221.09
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Ave to Islington Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 228 Islington Rd, Newton MA 02466

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,158
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1943
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3541846S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

C C Burr

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

F A Day Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi

10/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

52% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$1.96M – $2.37M

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Home values near 228 Islington Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
221 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,200,356
222 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3359 Sq. Ft.	$1,849,004

Address	Redfin Estimate
184 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2802 Sq. Ft.	$1,820,940
236 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4086 Sq. Ft.	$3,021,368

Address	Redfin Estimate
200 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1871 Sq. Ft.	$1,339,164
252 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2915 Sq. Ft.	$1,414,982

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