Welcome to 194 Hobart Road! Meticulous reimagining, and complete renovation & expansion of this Royal Barry Wills style home, beautifully sited on over half an acre in sought-after Chestnut Hill. Transitional finishes and a modern flow are highlighted by an open-concept kitchen with 10ft coffered ceilings, stunning island, double pantry, wet bar, & phenomenal family room, all overlooking fantastic, private outdoor space with serene waterfall feature and room for a pool/sport court. Featuring two luxurious primary suites- one on each floor, a formal living and dining room, home office, game room, finished lower level with full bath and options for both a gym and media room. A perfect example of quiet luxury, every detail of this home has been carefully thought out to invoke feelings of comfort and warmth. This is a truly bespoke home nestled in an established neighborhood, convenient to Newton Center, Downtown Boston, Cambridge, public & private schools, universities and hospitals.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
0.61 acresLot Size
$651Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Allison Blank• Compass
Bought with Maria Gorman• Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
This handsome Royal Barry Wills designed residence is set on over a half-acre lot in Chestnut Hill. The architecture is distinctive and captures the charm of the era. Highlights include a living room with a wood-burning fireplace with beautiful carved wood panel surround; an adjacent sun-filled sitting room; a dining room with a wall of custom built-in cabinetry; a spacious eat-in kitchen; and a generously sized sunroom opening to a large, level fenced back garden. A den with stained glass windows, a half bathroom plus a bedroom with a bathroom complete the main level. The second level is comprised of two bedrooms, connected by a full bathroom, another bedroom, bathroom, storage room/office, and a master bedroom suite with a dressing room and a full bathroom. In addition, there are hardwood floors; a lower level with a family room, office, and storage areas; and a direct entry two-car garage. This property is in the Ward School district and close to The Street and Chestnut Hill Mall.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,337 (+4.1%)
$2,198,300 + $2,067,600
$4,265,900
2025
$39,728 (+41.8%)
$2,093,600 + $1,960,300
$4,053,900
2024
$28,015 (+21.9%)
$2,032,600 + $837,800
$2,870,400
2023
$22,991 (+4.5%)
$1,611,600 + $646,800
$2,258,400
2022
$21,998 (+3.6%)
$1,492,200 + $598,900
$2,091,100
2021
$21,226 (+3.1%)
$1,407,700 + $565,000
$1,972,700
2020
$20,595 (+2.9%)
$1,407,700 + $565,000
$1,972,700
2019
$20,014 (+2.4%)
$1,366,700 + $548,500
$1,915,200
2018
$19,541 (+3.1%)
$1,223,000 + $583,000
$1,806,000
2017
$18,946 (+4.6%)
$1,153,800 + $550,000
$1,703,800
2016
$18,120 (+4.9%)
$1,078,300 + $514,000
$1,592,300
2015
$17,277 (−0.2%)
$1,007,800 + $480,300
$1,488,100
2014
$17,303 (+5.5%)
$917,500 + $510,100
$1,427,600
2013
$16,403 (+2.9%)
$917,500 + $510,100
$1,427,600
2012
$15,946 (+2.2%)
$917,500 + $510,100
$1,427,600
2011
$15,596 (+2.6%)
$902,600 + $528,200
$1,430,800
2010
$15,199 (+2.4%)
$921,000 + $539,000
$1,460,000
2009
$14,838
$939,800 + $550,000
$1,489,800
Tax history for 194 Hobart Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,337 (+4.1%)
$2,198,300 + $2,067,600
$4,265,900
2025
$39,728 (+41.8%)
$2,093,600 + $1,960,300
$4,053,900
2024
$28,015 (+21.9%)
$2,032,600 + $837,800
$2,870,400
2023
$22,991 (+4.5%)
$1,611,600 + $646,800
$2,258,400
2022
$21,998 (+3.6%)
$1,492,200 + $598,900
$2,091,100
2021
$21,226 (+3.1%)
$1,407,700 + $565,000
$1,972,700
2020
$20,595 (+2.9%)
$1,407,700 + $565,000
$1,972,700
2019
$20,014 (+2.4%)
$1,366,700 + $548,500
$1,915,200
2018
$19,541 (+3.1%)
$1,223,000 + $583,000
$1,806,000
2017
$18,946 (+4.6%)
$1,153,800 + $550,000
$1,703,800
2016
$18,120 (+4.9%)
$1,078,300 + $514,000
$1,592,300
2015
$17,277 (−0.2%)
$1,007,800 + $480,300
$1,488,100
2014
$17,303 (+5.5%)
$917,500 + $510,100
$1,427,600
2013
$16,403 (+2.9%)
$917,500 + $510,100
$1,427,600
2012
$15,946 (+2.2%)
$917,500 + $510,100
$1,427,600
2011
$15,596 (+2.6%)
$902,600 + $528,200
$1,430,800
2010
$15,199 (+2.4%)
$921,000 + $539,000
$1,460,000
2009
$14,838
$939,800 + $550,000
$1,489,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.61 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,728
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
146965S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Game Room, Mud Room, Exercise Room, Home Office, Wet Bar
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,958
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: White
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.61
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,991
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Avenue to Hobart Rd or Beacon to Hammondswood to Intervale
UnparsedAddress: 194 Hobart Rd, Newton MA 02467
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,728
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 146965S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
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 • 1.6mi
10/10
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