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Off Market Jun 2021 for $2.3M

$2,781,286

•

4,929

sq ft

12 Alderwood Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Newton Centre! Come fall madly in love with this MINT 15 rm 1930's Tudor loaded with charm, character & space galore! Minutes to everything in a picture perfect ngbhd, this substantially updated home boast 6 bedrms (4 on the 2nd fl) & 5 beautiful baths! The "magazine beautiful" chef's kit. is complete with SubZero, Wolf & Miele ovens & an over-sz'd island, perfect for food prep & parties! The lg. eat-in area with wet bar & beverage chiller flows effortlessly into the sunfilled 18x18 famrm sporting walls of windows bringing the outside in. Exquisite coffered clg & easy sun rm & patio access for summer BBQ's makes this space a home run! A fplc'd lvrm w/beamed clg, office with built-in bk shelves & desk & a impressive foyer with arched dr ways & an iron ballasted staircase sets the stage. A lux master suite with sittingrm/nursury & huge W/I closet will impress! Private 3rd flr w/2 bdrms,full bath & reading nook! Fin. LL w/fplc'd game rm & exercise rm.2 car garage. Awesome yard! GORGEOUS

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

10,095 sq ftLot Size

$564Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Rosemary Comrie • Comrie Real Estate, Inc.

Bought with Francis Curran • Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood

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•Source:MLS PIN #72810098

Redfin Estimate

$2,781,286

$401K since sold in June 2021$53K since August

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This home's estimate is 8.8% higher than the average sale price ($2.56M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,725,000
C
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$2,805,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths4,694 sq ft
78 Waban Hill Rd N, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,702,000
E
5 beds4 baths5,005 sq ft
14 Hampden Ter, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$1,910,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths4,132 sq ft
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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.4%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$2.0M

$56K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 12 Alderwood Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72810098

Jun 2, 2021

Sold

$2,380,000

$483/sq ft

Apr 20, 2021

Contingent

—

Apr 7, 2021

Listed

$2,495,000

$506/sq ft

MLS PIN #71150305

Aug 22, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Aug 19, 2011

Sold

$1,400,000

$284/sq ft

Jun 22, 2011

Contingent

—

Feb 9, 2011

Price Changed

$1,545,000

$313/sq ft

Oct 13, 2010

Listed

$1,665,000

$338/sq ft

Located just minutes from Newton Ctr. in the Ward School neighborhood, this elegant home is ideal for family & entertaining. A stunning kitchen equipped w/Wolf stove, sub zero fridge, & granite counters. A grand step down family room w/blt ins, living room w/coffered ceilings & fireplace, dining room, den & 3 season porch complete the 1st floor. The 2nd flr boasts a master suite w/generous closets,dressing rm & marble bath, 3+ brs, a 3rd fl w/2 brs & full bath, & finished lower level.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$24,660 (+3.8%)

$1,440,300 + $1,104,600

$2,544,900

2025

$23,752 (+3.4%)

$1,371,700 + $1,052,000

$2,423,700

2024

$22,966 (+3.8%)

$1,331,700 + $1,021,400

$2,353,100

2023

$22,130 (+4.5%)

$1,022,000 + $1,151,900

$2,173,900

2022

$21,176 (+3.6%)

$946,300 + $1,066,600

$2,012,900

2021

$20,433 (+3.1%)

$892,700 + $1,006,300

$1,899,000

2020

$19,826 (+4.6%)

$892,700 + $1,006,300

$1,899,000

2019

$18,957 (+1.7%)

$866,700 + $947,400

$1,814,100

2018

$18,631 (+5.7%)

$786,500 + $935,400

$1,721,900

2017

$17,631 (+6.6%)

$742,000 + $843,500

$1,585,500

2016

$16,541 (+4.9%)

$693,500 + $760,000

$1,453,500

2015

$15,771 (−10.0%)

$648,100 + $710,300

$1,358,400

2014

$17,517 (+5.5%)

$594,700 + $850,600

$1,445,300

2013

$16,606 (+2.9%)

$594,700 + $850,600

$1,445,300

2012

$16,144 (+3.6%)

$594,700 + $850,600

$1,445,300

2011

$15,577 (+2.6%)

$599,600 + $829,500

$1,429,100

2010

$15,181 (+2.4%)

$611,800 + $846,500

$1,458,300

2009

$14,821

$624,300 + $863,800

$1,488,100

Tax history for 12 Alderwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$24,660 (+3.8%)

$1,440,300 + $1,104,600

$2,544,900

2025

$23,752 (+3.4%)

$1,371,700 + $1,052,000

$2,423,700

2024

$22,966 (+3.8%)

$1,331,700 + $1,021,400

$2,353,100

2023

$22,130 (+4.5%)

$1,022,000 + $1,151,900

$2,173,900

2022

$21,176 (+3.6%)

$946,300 + $1,066,600

$2,012,900

2021

$20,433 (+3.1%)

$892,700 + $1,006,300

$1,899,000

2020

$19,826 (+4.6%)

$892,700 + $1,006,300

$1,899,000

2019

$18,957 (+1.7%)

$866,700 + $947,400

$1,814,100

2018

$18,631 (+5.7%)

$786,500 + $935,400

$1,721,900

2017

$17,631 (+6.6%)

$742,000 + $843,500

$1,585,500

2016

$16,541 (+4.9%)

$693,500 + $760,000

$1,453,500

2015

$15,771 (−10.0%)

$648,100 + $710,300

$1,358,400

2014

$17,517 (+5.5%)

$594,700 + $850,600

$1,445,300

2013

$16,606 (+2.9%)

$594,700 + $850,600

$1,445,300

2012

$16,144 (+3.6%)

$594,700 + $850,600

$1,445,300

2011

$15,577 (+2.6%)

$599,600 + $829,500

$1,429,100

2010

$15,181 (+2.4%)

$611,800 + $846,500

$1,458,300

2009

$14,821

$624,300 + $863,800

$1,488,100

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,130

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1606515S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 345
Length: 23
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Crown Molding,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 225
Length: 15
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding,Closet - Double,Decorative Molding

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: Third
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Skylight,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Upgraded,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Pocket Door

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 330
Length: 22
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 324
Length: 18
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Wine Chiller,Archway,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding

Office Room Information
Area: 135
Length: 15
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,French Doors,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Door Features: French Doors, Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
Interior Features: Closet, Crown Molding, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Slider, Bathroom - Half, Archway, Bedroom, Office, Sun Room, Media Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Wet Bar, Walk-Up Attic, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,929
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,826
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Ductless, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, High Seer Heat Pump (12+), Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Center Street to Alderwood
UnparsedAddress: 12 Alderwood Road, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,130
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1606515S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: All Appliances Remain.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Ward Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

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, 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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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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$2.64M – $3.20M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Alderwood Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3063 Sq. Ft.	$2,012,318
25 Alderwood Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2860 Sq. Ft.	$2,054,660

Address	Redfin Estimate
20 Alderwood Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2844 Sq. Ft.	$2,269,743
33 Alderwood Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2682 Sq. Ft.	$1,867,537

Address	Redfin Estimate
19 Alderwood Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4100 Sq. Ft.	$2,785,486
34 Alderwood Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2909 Sq. Ft.	$2,037,644

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