In pristine condition, this sun-filled 12 room, 4 bedroom, 4 full and 2 half bathroom Tudor-style residence is located in the coveted Chestnut Hill estate area. The distinctive slate roof, Koi pond, mature shrubs, and winding slate walkway create magnificent curb appeal. Main level offers an excellent flow for entertaining with its well-equipped kitchen, large step-down living room, sunroom, and elegant dining room. 2nd level features an expansive master bedroom suite w/fireplace and separate office, and 3 other generously-sized bedrooms. Stained glass doors and windows, wrought-iron railings,wood floors, and high ceilings are among the many striking details throughout the house.The lower level, with direct outdoor access, features a workout room/Au Pair suite, family room, with entry to attached 2-car garage. Professionally landscaped grounds with mature plantings, inviting in-ground swimming pool, and patio.Excellent commuter location near T stops, Beacon St, Commonwealth Ave, Rt.9.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$656Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Buzz Birnbaum• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Lauren Holleran• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
This home is nicely maintained throughout, from the large open kitchen, to the detailed woodwork. All bedrooms are generously sized, with the master suite including an en suite bath, but also a separate study. The home sits on a large lot close to...
Beacon St. and Hammond Pond Pkwy, so it has easy access to the City and areas surrounding. There is an in ground pool in the back yard, there is a large patio on the side of the home off the kitchen, great for entertaining in warmer months.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Chestnut Hill. Enjoy the summer in this country club setting. Magnificent French Norman Country house is situated on almost half-acre of private artfully landscaped grnds w/ perennial gardens, patio & heated in-ground pool. Extensively renovated. Attention to the preservation & faithful replacement of original architectural elements; arch ways, beautiful fireplaces, gleaming flrs, superb woodwork, high ceilings. Ideal floor plan for casual or formal lifestyle. Elegant step-down livrm w/ frp, beamed ceiling; gracious dining rm; inviting famrm; fab.eat -in cook's kit w/ cherry cab. & granite counters, off/bedrm. on 1st. fl. Superb master suite w/ luxurious bth & study + three additional spacious bedrms. Two lower levels w/ sep. entrances offer an eclectic billiard rm.& au pair/exercise rm w/ sauna. Marble bths, updated systems, sprinklers, CA, slate roof, fenced in grounds, two-car heated garage. Easy access to Ward School, the turnpike, major routes, Chestnut Hill Malls and Boston.
MLS PIN #30389071
Jul 5, 2000
Sold
$2,090,000
$392/sq ft
Mar 26, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Feb 29, 2000
Listed
$2,200,000
$413/sq ft
"ONCE IN A LIFETIME"!! ELEGANT SUN FILLED CHESTNUT HILL TUDOR EXCEPTIONAL ARCHITECTURAL DETAIL THROUGHOUT! 1/2 ACRE PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED GROUNDS W/HEATED POOL AND SPA-SHOPPING, PUBLIC TRANS AND MAJOR ROUTES NEARBY
Public Records
Aug 1, 1991
Sold
$695,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 22, 1988
Sold
$867,125
$163/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$36,156 (+3.8%)
$2,083,400 + $1,647,900
$3,731,300
2025
$34,825 (+3.4%)
$1,984,200 + $1,569,400
$3,553,600
2024
$33,673 (+3.5%)
$1,926,400 + $1,523,700
$3,450,100
2023
$32,521 (+4.5%)
$1,516,800 + $1,677,800
$3,194,600
2022
$31,118 (+3.6%)
$1,404,400 + $1,553,600
$2,958,000
2021
$30,027 (+3.1%)
$1,324,900 + $1,465,700
$2,790,600
2020
$29,134 (+2.9%)
$1,324,900 + $1,465,700
$2,790,600
2019
$28,312 (+11.5%)
$1,286,300 + $1,423,000
$2,709,300
2018
$25,385 (+3.1%)
$1,156,500 + $1,189,600
$2,346,100
2017
$24,612 (−3.2%)
$1,091,000 + $1,122,300
$2,213,300
2016
$25,431 (+4.9%)
$1,019,600 + $1,215,100
$2,234,700
2015
$24,247 (+0.6%)
$952,900 + $1,135,600
$2,088,500
2014
$24,108 (+5.5%)
$868,800 + $1,120,300
$1,989,100
2013
$22,855 (+2.9%)
$868,800 + $1,120,300
$1,989,100
2012
$22,218 (+2.5%)
$868,800 + $1,120,300
$1,989,100
2011
$21,679 (+2.6%)
$858,600 + $1,130,300
$1,988,900
2010
$21,127 (+2.4%)
$876,100 + $1,153,400
$2,029,500
2009
$20,626
$894,000 + $1,176,900
$2,070,900
Tax history for 104 Hammondswood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$36,156 (+3.8%)
$2,083,400 + $1,647,900
$3,731,300
2025
$34,825 (+3.4%)
$1,984,200 + $1,569,400
$3,553,600
2024
$33,673 (+3.5%)
$1,926,400 + $1,523,700
$3,450,100
2023
$32,521 (+4.5%)
$1,516,800 + $1,677,800
$3,194,600
2022
$31,118 (+3.6%)
$1,404,400 + $1,553,600
$2,958,000
2021
$30,027 (+3.1%)
$1,324,900 + $1,465,700
$2,790,600
2020
$29,134 (+2.9%)
$1,324,900 + $1,465,700
$2,790,600
2019
$28,312 (+11.5%)
$1,286,300 + $1,423,000
$2,709,300
2018
$25,385 (+3.1%)
$1,156,500 + $1,189,600
$2,346,100
2017
$24,612 (−3.2%)
$1,091,000 + $1,122,300
$2,213,300
2016
$25,431 (+4.9%)
$1,019,600 + $1,215,100
$2,234,700
2015
$24,247 (+0.6%)
$952,900 + $1,135,600
$2,088,500
2014
$24,108 (+5.5%)
$868,800 + $1,120,300
$1,989,100
2013
$22,855 (+2.9%)
$868,800 + $1,120,300
$1,989,100
2012
$22,218 (+2.5%)
$868,800 + $1,120,300
$1,989,100
2011
$21,679 (+2.6%)
$858,600 + $1,130,300
$1,988,900
2010
$21,127 (+2.4%)
$876,100 + $1,153,400
$2,029,500
2009
$20,626
$894,000 + $1,176,900
$2,070,900
*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
4
Baths
6
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,391
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1971667S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
May 16, 2022 • Final
Electrical permit application
Perform a kitchen remodel.
Electrical
Kitchen
May 16, 2022 • Final
Gas permit - application
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Patio, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.51
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $25,385
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Hammond or Beacon Streets to Hammondswood Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 104 Hammondswood Rd, Newton MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,391
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1971667S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 9
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Ward Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
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