OFF MARKET

Off Market Jun 2020 for $335K

$1,688,418

•

2,036

sq ft

38 May St, Newton Center, MA 01850

About this home

Extremely large and well-kept 4 bedroom colonial is waiting for you to call it home .This lovely house has the comfortable balance of old house and a spec of modern touch. It is in the desirable Christian Hill neighborhood on a quiet street. When you are opening the doors, you will walk into an inviting foyer that branches of into two separate living areas. Floor plan features large windows with tons of natural light, pine wood floors, dining room with butler’s pantry. Mudroom/ laundry room is located on the first floor with access right outside to large patio and deck ideal for outdoor entertaining! Upstairs you will find 4 generous sized bedrooms, a full bath and a walk-up attic with plenty of storage space. Do not miss your opportunity to see this house in person; house is priced to sell and will not last!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

4,978 sq ftLot Size

$829Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Sueann Rasavong • MA Real Estate Center

Bought with Jose Lazu • Rise Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72649140

Redfin Estimate

$1,688,418

$1.4M since sold in June 2020$59K since August

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This home's estimate is 24.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.35M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,480,000
A
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SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$1,305,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,074 sq ft
21 Whittlesey Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD APR 14, 2026
$1,450,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths1,946 sq ft
16 High Rock, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD MAR 6, 2026
$1,530,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,910 sq ft
70 Craftsland Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$884,325
E
4 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft
6 Truman Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$1,475,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,900 sq ft
325 Parker St, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 01850, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.3%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$527K

$42K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

2 days MoM

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4 MoM

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Sale history for 38 May St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72649140

Jun 17, 2020

Sold

$335,000

$165/sq ft

May 18, 2020

Pending

—

May 4, 2020

Contingent

—

Apr 29, 2020

Listed

$335,000

$165/sq ft

MLS PIN #70867808

Mar 13, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Mar 11, 2009

Sold

$148,000

$73/sq ft

Jan 28, 2009

Contingent

—

Jan 24, 2009

Listed

$139,900

$69/sq ft

Opportunity to own a beautiful 4 bedroom home with a walk up attic on Christian Hill.This home features high ceilings,spacious rooms, a classic front stair case as well as a "good morning" stair case. This beauty also comes with some updates: a newer heating system and hot water tank. This home also features off street parking with a back deck and a nice yard. The only thing the new owner needs to bring is the desire to restore this home to its full majestic beauty.

MLS PIN #30079509

Feb 27, 1996

Sold

$84,000

$41/sq ft

Jan 2, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Nov 29, 1995

Listed

$89,900

$44/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,632 (+3.8%)

$1,236,900 + $995,500

$2,232,400

2025

$20,836 (+310.4%)

$1,178,000 + $948,100

$2,126,100

2024

$5,077 (+5.9%)

$125,500 + $300,800

$426,300

2023

$4,792 (+5.0%)

$109,200 + $276,600

$385,800

2022

$4,565 (−1.1%)

$99,200 + $260,500

$359,700

2021

$4,617 (+8.3%)

$86,300 + $256,700

$343,000

2020

$4,263 (+4.3%)

$75,400 + $243,700

$319,100

2019

$4,088 (+2.3%)

$69,800 + $221,400

$291,200

2018

$3,996 (+4.9%)

$66,500 + $211,200

$277,700

2017

$3,811 (+6.0%)

$60,400 + $195,000

$255,400

2016

$3,596 (+3.8%)

$59,000 + $178,200

$237,200

2015

$3,463 (+9.6%)

$59,000 + $164,700

$223,700

2013

$3,161 (+3.6%)

$68,900 + $141,700

$210,600

2012

$3,051 (−1.0%)

$64,900 + $141,700

$206,600

2011

$3,082 (+9.6%)

$64,900 + $151,100

$216,000

2010

$2,812 (+6.2%)

$71,400 + $140,500

$211,900

2009

$2,647

$81,100 + $145,500

$226,600

Tax history for 38 May St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,632 (+3.8%)

$1,236,900 + $995,500

$2,232,400

2025

$20,836 (+310.4%)

$1,178,000 + $948,100

$2,126,100

2024

$5,077 (+5.9%)

$125,500 + $300,800

$426,300

2023

$4,792 (+5.0%)

$109,200 + $276,600

$385,800

2022

$4,565 (−1.1%)

$99,200 + $260,500

$359,700

2021

$4,617 (+8.3%)

$86,300 + $256,700

$343,000

2020

$4,263 (+4.3%)

$75,400 + $243,700

$319,100

2019

$4,088 (+2.3%)

$69,800 + $221,400

$291,200

2018

$3,996 (+4.9%)

$66,500 + $211,200

$277,700

2017

$3,811 (+6.0%)

$60,400 + $195,000

$255,400

2016

$3,596 (+3.8%)

$59,000 + $178,200

$237,200

2015

$3,463 (+9.6%)

$59,000 + $164,700

$223,700

2013

$3,161 (+3.6%)

$68,900 + $141,700

$210,600

2012

$3,051 (−1.0%)

$64,900 + $141,700

$206,600

2011

$3,082 (+9.6%)

$64,900 + $151,100

$216,000

2010

$2,812 (+6.2%)

$71,400 + $140,500

$211,900

2009

$2,647

$81,100 + $145,500

$226,600

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,978

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,036

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3192062

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 30, 2024.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

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

Living Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First

Family Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 8X14
Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Interior Features: Pantry, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,036
Foundation Area: 928
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Blue

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,088.45
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Bridge Street onto 13th Street 2nd right
UnparsedAddress: 38 May St, Lowell MA 01850

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,036
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 4,978 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3192062
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Sep 30, 2024

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi

5/10

Henry J Robinson Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi

4/10

Lowell High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

4/10

Leblanc Therapeutic Day School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% 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

Newton Center, MA • 01850

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

9.1 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$1.60M – $1.94M

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Data from public records.

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