New price! This stately home is situated on a corner lot in historic Chestnut Hill. This 1920's brick center-entrance Colonial highlights classic architecture and period detail. The foyer opens to spacious dining room and fireplaced living room with a sunny office/den. The kitchen opens to the adjacent family room, providing a central gathering place for the home. French doors open to a deck overlooking an English style perennial garden perfect for hosting and entertaining. Second level has mahogany library with en-suite bedroom and bath, guest bedroom, and the primary suite has walk-in closet, bath and dressing room. Third level includes four bedrooms and a full bath. Lower level has storage space, living room, bedroom and bath. Conveniently located near the T, shopping, and much more! This home is full of opportunity to make it yours. Its 5 and a half baths, 8 bedrooms, all on a truly gorgeous lot, make this a wonderful place to call your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.53 acresLot Size
$671Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sheila Goddess• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
FABULOUS CHESTNUT HILL COLONIAL COMBINES 1920'S CHARM WITH TODAY'S AMENITIES MAKING A WONDERFUL FAMILY HOME FOR TODAYS LIFESTYLE. HUGE KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM WITH LARGE MASTER SUITE ABOVE. BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN AND UPDAT- ED BATHS. DECK LEADING
Public Records
Apr 1, 1986
Sold
$610,000
$109/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$34,747 (+2.4%)
$2,110,800 + $1,475,100
$3,585,900
2025
$33,928 (−0.4%)
$2,010,200 + $1,451,800
$3,462,000
2024
$34,074 (+23.7%)
$1,951,700 + $1,539,500
$3,491,200
2023
$27,550 (−5.7%)
$1,539,300 + $1,167,000
$2,706,300
2022
$29,221 (+3.6%)
$1,425,300 + $1,352,400
$2,777,700
2021
$28,197 (+3.1%)
$1,344,600 + $1,275,900
$2,620,500
2020
$27,358 (+2.9%)
$1,344,600 + $1,275,900
$2,620,500
2019
$26,587 (+1.1%)
$1,305,400 + $1,238,800
$2,544,200
2018
$26,300 (+3.1%)
$1,172,100 + $1,258,600
$2,430,700
2017
$25,499 (+4.6%)
$1,105,800 + $1,187,300
$2,293,100
2016
$24,388 (+4.9%)
$1,033,500 + $1,109,600
$2,143,100
2015
$23,254 (+0.8%)
$965,900 + $1,037,000
$2,002,900
2014
$23,070 (+5.5%)
$880,400 + $1,023,100
$1,903,500
2013
$21,871 (+2.9%)
$880,400 + $1,023,100
$1,903,500
2012
$21,262 (+4.3%)
$880,400 + $1,023,100
$1,903,500
2011
$20,381 (+2.6%)
$869,100 + $1,000,700
$1,869,800
2010
$19,862 (+2.4%)
$886,800 + $1,021,200
$1,908,000
2009
$19,391
$904,900 + $1,042,000
$1,946,900
Tax history for 17 Old England Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$34,747 (+2.4%)
$2,110,800 + $1,475,100
$3,585,900
2025
$33,928 (−0.4%)
$2,010,200 + $1,451,800
$3,462,000
2024
$34,074 (+23.7%)
$1,951,700 + $1,539,500
$3,491,200
2023
$27,550 (−5.7%)
$1,539,300 + $1,167,000
$2,706,300
2022
$29,221 (+3.6%)
$1,425,300 + $1,352,400
$2,777,700
2021
$28,197 (+3.1%)
$1,344,600 + $1,275,900
$2,620,500
2020
$27,358 (+2.9%)
$1,344,600 + $1,275,900
$2,620,500
2019
$26,587 (+1.1%)
$1,305,400 + $1,238,800
$2,544,200
2018
$26,300 (+3.1%)
$1,172,100 + $1,258,600
$2,430,700
2017
$25,499 (+4.6%)
$1,105,800 + $1,187,300
$2,293,100
2016
$24,388 (+4.9%)
$1,033,500 + $1,109,600
$2,143,100
2015
$23,254 (+0.8%)
$965,900 + $1,037,000
$2,002,900
2014
$23,070 (+5.5%)
$880,400 + $1,023,100
$1,903,500
2013
$21,871 (+2.9%)
$880,400 + $1,023,100
$1,903,500
2012
$21,262 (+4.3%)
$880,400 + $1,023,100
$1,903,500
2011
$20,381 (+2.6%)
$869,100 + $1,000,700
$1,869,800
2010
$19,862 (+2.4%)
$886,800 + $1,021,200
$1,908,000
2009
$19,391
$904,900 + $1,042,000
$1,946,900
*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
6
Baths
5.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.53 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,931
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1527865S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Apr 10, 2023 • Final
Building permit - app (10/23)
Line fireplace flues with stainless steel liners and all necessary components. Rebuild the masonry fireboxes.
Remodel
Jan 12, 2023 • Final
Plumbing irrigation meter application
Plumbing
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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet - Linen, Dressing Room, Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom, Bedroom, Library, Foyer, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar, Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,609
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Brick
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall
Pool Information
Spa Features: Bath
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.53
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $27,358
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Between Beacon St and Rt 9, Hammond St to Woodman to Od England, on corner.
UnparsedAddress: 17 Old England Rd, Newton MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,931
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1527865S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Chandelier Fixture Over The Dining Area In Family Room To Be Excluded From Sale Of Home.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowen
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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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 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
54% 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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Historical weather
Chestnut Hill, MA • 02467
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Sun exposure
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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Estimated sale price
$3.57M – $4.33M
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