Stunning, turn-of-the-century, 5-6 bed Shingle-Style home in desirable Chestnut Hill. The main living level features vintage detailing w/beamed ceilings, wood-burning fireplaces, built-in bookcases & decorative wainscoting. Impressive entry foyer, w/views to the gardens, leads into the stunning LR which offers access to the wrap around screened porch. The entertainment sized DR w/ butlers pantry connects the DR to the large, updated kitchen w/ breakfast bar. French doors from the kitchen lead to a large rear deck & gorgeous, level yard w/mature plantings. There are 4 bedrooms on the 2nd floor, including the master bedroom w/fireplace, walk-in dressing room, & a luxurious, spa-like marble bath w/ soaking tub. The upper level features a fabulous home office/ family room w/ gas fireplace, skylights & vaulted ceiling. 2 additional bedrooms on this floor. Additional finished space on the LL, perfect for a playroom/ exercise area. Convenient to major transport, shops & T. Updated systems.
Single-familyProperty Type
1911Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$547Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam• Hammond Residential Real Estate
WARD SCHOOL-GRACIOUS FOYER AND STUNNING TURNED STAIRCASE IN THIS 1912 OUTSTANDING COL/VICT WITH EXCEPTIONAL MOLDINGS AND DETAIL 3 OUTSTADNING FP'S, GRACEFUL LR, DR & MASTR SUITE + 5 ADD'L BR, WRAP AROUND SCREENED PORCH, LEVEL LANDSCAPED LOT.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$24,550 (+3.8%)
$1,880,300 + $653,200
$2,533,500
2025
$23,646 (+3.4%)
$1,790,800 + $622,100
$2,412,900
2024
$22,864 (+5.4%)
$1,738,600 + $604,000
$2,342,600
2023
$21,684 (+4.5%)
$1,349,100 + $781,000
$2,130,100
2022
$20,749 (+3.6%)
$1,249,200 + $723,100
$1,972,300
2021
$20,021 (+3.1%)
$1,178,500 + $682,200
$1,860,700
2020
$19,426 (+2.9%)
$1,178,500 + $682,200
$1,860,700
2019
$18,878 (+2.6%)
$1,144,200 + $662,300
$1,806,500
2018
$18,400 (+3.1%)
$1,038,600 + $662,000
$1,700,600
2017
$17,840 (+4.6%)
$979,800 + $624,500
$1,604,300
2016
$17,062 (+4.9%)
$915,700 + $583,600
$1,499,300
2015
$16,268 (+0.6%)
$855,800 + $545,400
$1,401,200
2014
$16,164 (+5.5%)
$782,600 + $551,100
$1,333,700
2013
$15,324 (+9.4%)
$782,600 + $551,100
$1,333,700
2012
$14,007 (+3.4%)
$782,600 + $471,400
$1,254,000
2011
$13,548 (+2.6%)
$780,800 + $462,100
$1,242,900
2010
$13,203 (+2.4%)
$796,700 + $471,600
$1,268,300
2009
$12,890
$813,000 + $481,200
$1,294,200
Tax history for 25 Wachusett Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$24,550 (+3.8%)
$1,880,300 + $653,200
$2,533,500
2025
$23,646 (+3.4%)
$1,790,800 + $622,100
$2,412,900
2024
$22,864 (+5.4%)
$1,738,600 + $604,000
$2,342,600
2023
$21,684 (+4.5%)
$1,349,100 + $781,000
$2,130,100
2022
$20,749 (+3.6%)
$1,249,200 + $723,100
$1,972,300
2021
$20,021 (+3.1%)
$1,178,500 + $682,200
$1,860,700
2020
$19,426 (+2.9%)
$1,178,500 + $682,200
$1,860,700
2019
$18,878 (+2.6%)
$1,144,200 + $662,300
$1,806,500
2018
$18,400 (+3.1%)
$1,038,600 + $662,000
$1,700,600
2017
$17,840 (+4.6%)
$979,800 + $624,500
$1,604,300
2016
$17,062 (+4.9%)
$915,700 + $583,600
$1,499,300
2015
$16,268 (+0.6%)
$855,800 + $545,400
$1,401,200
2014
$16,164 (+5.5%)
$782,600 + $551,100
$1,333,700
2013
$15,324 (+9.4%)
$782,600 + $551,100
$1,333,700
2012
$14,007 (+3.4%)
$782,600 + $471,400
$1,254,000
2011
$13,548 (+2.6%)
$780,800 + $462,100
$1,242,900
2010
$13,203 (+2.4%)
$796,700 + $471,600
$1,268,300
2009
$12,890
$813,000 + $481,200
$1,294,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,723
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1912
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2273559S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
Exclusions: Sconces Lr, 2 Chandeliers In Porch, Chandelier In Dr, W/D & Basement Fridge, Router & Switching Gear
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Ward Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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