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Off Market Oct 2024 for $3.2M

$3,699,985

•

6,558

sq ft

45 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 02466

About this home

Expertly renovated with the finest finishes throughout, this striking Colonial home is sited on 1.18 acres offering breathtaking views of the Charles River and natural landscape. Built as a significant estate in 1870, the home blends sophisticated architectural elements and period detail with modern luxury. This five-bedroom home is an oasis in Newton on the Islington Peninsula, a quiet secluded neighborhood abutting the Charles River and miles of pristine conservation land and trails. Spacious sun-filled rooms with ten-foot ceilings and expansive windows provide a wonderful setting for entertaining and comfortable living. At the center of the home is the gourmet kitchen highlighting custom cabinets, professional appliances, large center island, and wonderful breakfast area. The primary bedroom suite has glorious river views and features a stylish spa-like bath and large walk-in closet. Providing a truly exceptional lifestyle for the most discerning buyer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1870Year Built

1.18 acresLot Size

$564Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Buyer's agent

Michaela Hellman Redfin Corp.

Listed by Dean Poritzky • Engel & Volkers Wellesley

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73205922

Redfin Estimate

$3,699,985

$450K since sold in October 2024$59K since July

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This home's estimate is 13% higher than the average sale price ($3.27M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 24, 2026
$3,210,000
A
5 beds4 baths4,445 sq ft
26 Sewall St, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$2,650,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths3,677 sq ft
187 Melrose St, Auburndale, MA 02466
SOLD FEB 24, 2026
$4,200,000
C
5 beds5.5 baths4,848 sq ft
18 Sewall St, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$3,100,000
D
4 beds5 baths5,018 sq ft
105 Summer, Weston, MA 02493
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$3,215,000
E
6 beds4.5 baths5,019 sq ft
39 Hawthorne Ave, 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

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2 MoM

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$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 45 Islington Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73205922

Oct 25, 2024

Sold

$3,250,000

$496/sq ft

Sep 15, 2024

Contingent

—

Jul 18, 2024

Price Changed

$3,490,000

$532/sq ft

Jun 6, 2024

Price Changed

$3,595,000

$548/sq ft

May 11, 2024

Price Changed

$3,890,000

$593/sq ft

Apr 4, 2024

Price Changed

$4,150,000

$633/sq ft

Feb 27, 2024

Listed

$4,490,000

$685/sq ft

MLS PIN #72959073

Jun 7, 2022

Sold

$2,700,000

$412/sq ft

Apr 15, 2022

Contingent

—

Mar 29, 2022

Listed

$2,998,000

$457/sq ft

+33

A truly special home located on The Charles River! Sited on over an acre and half of beautiful grounds, 45 Islington Road offers sensational views from every room, ultimate privacy, & endless possibilities. Soaring ceilings, stunning light, gorgeous period details. A gracious floorplan features a beautiful & comfortable living room with marble fireplace & water views. An open kitchen with breakfast nook & butler's pantry. Formal dining room leads to a perfect wet bar & cocktail area. A lovely library/home office with built in bookcases. Large mudroom off of the direct entry 2-car garage, and a pretty powder room complete this level. A grand staircase leads to an elegant second floor. Primary suite with fireplace and bath, three additional generous bedrooms plus family bath. A fantastic and sunny second floor family/play room make for easy modern living. Third floor suite for au-pair/secondary office/guest bed/and gym. Easy access to public transport, Pike, 128, Back Bay, and Cambridge.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$30,678 (−16.7%)

$1,474,400 + $1,691,500

$3,165,900

2025

$36,832 (+49.7%)

$1,863,200 + $1,895,200

$3,758,400

2024

$24,604 (+4.2%)

$1,808,900 + $712,000

$2,520,900

2023

$23,614 (+4.5%)

$1,467,800 + $851,800

$2,319,600

2022

$22,595 (+3.6%)

$1,359,100 + $788,700

$2,147,800

2021

$21,802 (+3.1%)

$1,282,200 + $744,000

$2,026,200

2020

$21,154 (+2.9%)

$1,282,200 + $744,000

$2,026,200

2019

$20,557 (+2.6%)

$1,244,900 + $722,300

$1,967,200

2018

$20,027 (+3.1%)

$1,115,400 + $735,500

$1,850,900

2017

$19,417 (+4.6%)

$1,052,300 + $693,800

$1,746,100

2016

$18,571 (+4.9%)

$983,500 + $648,400

$1,631,900

2015

$17,706 (+0.1%)

$919,200 + $605,900

$1,525,100

2014

$17,683 (+5.5%)

$848,900 + $610,100

$1,459,000

2013

$16,764 (+2.9%)

$848,900 + $610,100

$1,459,000

2012

$16,297 (+6.9%)

$848,900 + $610,100

$1,459,000

2011

$15,239 (+2.6%)

$776,600 + $621,500

$1,398,100

2010

$14,851 (+2.4%)

$792,400 + $634,200

$1,426,600

2009

$14,499

$808,600 + $647,100

$1,455,700

Tax history for 45 Islington Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$30,678 (−16.7%)

$1,474,400 + $1,691,500

$3,165,900

2025

$36,832 (+49.7%)

$1,863,200 + $1,895,200

$3,758,400

2024

$24,604 (+4.2%)

$1,808,900 + $712,000

$2,520,900

2023

$23,614 (+4.5%)

$1,467,800 + $851,800

$2,319,600

2022

$22,595 (+3.6%)

$1,359,100 + $788,700

$2,147,800

2021

$21,802 (+3.1%)

$1,282,200 + $744,000

$2,026,200

2020

$21,154 (+2.9%)

$1,282,200 + $744,000

$2,026,200

2019

$20,557 (+2.6%)

$1,244,900 + $722,300

$1,967,200

2018

$20,027 (+3.1%)

$1,115,400 + $735,500

$1,850,900

2017

$19,417 (+4.6%)

$1,052,300 + $693,800

$1,746,100

2016

$18,571 (+4.9%)

$983,500 + $648,400

$1,631,900

2015

$17,706 (+0.1%)

$919,200 + $605,900

$1,525,100

2014

$17,683 (+5.5%)

$848,900 + $610,100

$1,459,000

2013

$16,764 (+2.9%)

$848,900 + $610,100

$1,459,000

2012

$16,297 (+6.9%)

$848,900 + $610,100

$1,459,000

2011

$15,239 (+2.6%)

$776,600 + $621,500

$1,398,100

2010

$14,851 (+2.4%)

$792,400 + $634,200

$1,426,600

2009

$14,499

$808,600 + $647,100

$1,455,700

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

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.18 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,146

Year built

1870

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

116175S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 299
Length: 23
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 225
Length: 15
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 437
Length: 23
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window Seat

Dining Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 340
Length: 20
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Window Seat

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 14
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Sun Room, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Play Room, Mud Room, Exercise Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,558
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
River

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.18
Lot Features: Wooded, Level
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $23,614
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Ave to Islington Road.
UnparsedAddress: 45 Islington Rd, Newton MA 02466

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,146
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.18 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 116175S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

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 • 2.4mi

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, 14 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, 2 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$3.52M – $4.26M

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Home values near 45 Islington Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
19 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2765 Sq. Ft.	$2,498,286
61 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$1,193,620

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3436 Sq. Ft.	$2,011,489
63 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2352 Sq. Ft.	$1,423,774

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2312 Sq. Ft.	$1,960,528
48 Islington Rd, Auburndale, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4737 Sq. Ft.	$3,058,452

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