A very special offering! Picture perfect in every way! Charm and character abound in this absolutely captivating brick Cape designed and built by Arnold Hartman for his daughter, Rosalie (thus Rosalie Rd.). Featuring lovely detail including beautiful moldings, columns, archways and multiple built-ins, the home boasts a gorgeous granite and stainless kitchen with custom cabinetry, center island, breakfast bar and butler's pantry, as well as tastefully updated baths and four nicely proportioned bedrooms. Highlights of this delightful home are its welcoming foyer with beautiful leaded glass fan-shaped window, high ceilings and open and versatile main level floorplan. Complete with lush landscaping and an expansive, private patio ideal for outdoor entertaining and conveniently situated across from the Charles River Country Club, this home will surely steal your heart!
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$829Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Walsh Team and Partners• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
This one-of-a-kind, architectural jewel across from Charles River CC was designed & built by Arnold Hartman for his daughter, Rosalie. It is a gracious 4+ bed,3.5 bath modified cape, w/ front-to-back liv rm, elegant din rm, butler's pantry, office, sunroom & den/aupaire suite. It's unique, open floorplan and high ceilings make this home feel much larger than its 2235'. Exquisite millwork, built-ins & period details lend character & charm. Fabulous location w/in walking dist to all 3 schools.
MLS PIN #70529515
Jul 2, 2007
Sold
$777,135
$301/sq ft
Jun 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 18, 2007
Price Changed
$849,900
$329/sq ft
Feb 21, 2007
Listed
$899,000
$348/sq ft
In 1936 Arnold Hartman built this magnificent brick cape for his daughter, Rosalie. Wonderfully proportioned rooms, spectacular architectural detail & scale. Remarkable grandeur for a lovely family sized home. Cove Ceiling living room, step up dining room, raised paneled and dentil moldings. Difinitive columns and cabinetry. Hallmarks of of exquisite craftsmanship.Jalo..This one-of-a-kind property has been lovingly maintained by the same family for over 59 years and awaits your individual style
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,514 (+3.8%)
$1,207,900 + $909,100
$2,117,000
2025
$19,759 (+3.4%)
$1,150,400 + $865,800
$2,016,200
2024
$19,105 (+4.0%)
$1,116,900 + $840,600
$1,957,500
2023
$18,371 (+4.5%)
$872,600 + $932,000
$1,804,600
2022
$17,578 (+3.6%)
$808,000 + $862,900
$1,670,900
2021
$16,961 (+3.1%)
$762,300 + $814,000
$1,576,300
2020
$16,457 (+2.9%)
$762,300 + $814,000
$1,576,300
2019
$15,993 (+4.6%)
$740,100 + $790,300
$1,530,400
2018
$15,285 (+3.1%)
$673,100 + $739,600
$1,412,700
2017
$14,820 (+4.6%)
$635,000 + $697,700
$1,332,700
2016
$14,174 (+4.9%)
$593,500 + $652,000
$1,245,500
2015
$13,514 (+42.3%)
$554,700 + $609,300
$1,164,000
2014
$9,495 (+5.5%)
$466,800 + $316,600
$783,400
2013
$9,001 (+2.9%)
$466,800 + $316,600
$783,400
2012
$8,751 (+10.2%)
$466,800 + $316,600
$783,400
2011
$7,944 (+2.6%)
$470,600 + $258,200
$728,800
2010
$7,742 (+2.4%)
$480,200 + $263,500
$743,700
2009
$7,559
$490,000 + $268,900
$758,900
Tax history for 1 Rosalie Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,514 (+3.8%)
$1,207,900 + $909,100
$2,117,000
2025
$19,759 (+3.4%)
$1,150,400 + $865,800
$2,016,200
2024
$19,105 (+4.0%)
$1,116,900 + $840,600
$1,957,500
2023
$18,371 (+4.5%)
$872,600 + $932,000
$1,804,600
2022
$17,578 (+3.6%)
$808,000 + $862,900
$1,670,900
2021
$16,961 (+3.1%)
$762,300 + $814,000
$1,576,300
2020
$16,457 (+2.9%)
$762,300 + $814,000
$1,576,300
2019
$15,993 (+4.6%)
$740,100 + $790,300
$1,530,400
2018
$15,285 (+3.1%)
$673,100 + $739,600
$1,412,700
2017
$14,820 (+4.6%)
$635,000 + $697,700
$1,332,700
2016
$14,174 (+4.9%)
$593,500 + $652,000
$1,245,500
2015
$13,514 (+42.3%)
$554,700 + $609,300
$1,164,000
2014
$9,495 (+5.5%)
$466,800 + $316,600
$783,400
2013
$9,001 (+2.9%)
$466,800 + $316,600
$783,400
2012
$8,751 (+10.2%)
$466,800 + $316,600
$783,400
2011
$7,944 (+2.6%)
$470,600 + $258,200
$728,800
2010
$7,742 (+2.4%)
$480,200 + $263,500
$743,700
2009
$7,559
$490,000 + $268,900
$758,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,349
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
982352S
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: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Frontage Length: 145
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,001
Tax Year: 2013
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Corner of Dedham and Rosalie across from Charles River golf course
UnparsedAddress: 1 Rosalie Rd., Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,349
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 982352S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Chandelier & Drapes In Baby's Bedrm And Mounted Flat Screen Tv
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Memorial Spaulding Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
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