Spectacular Newton Centre Gambrel Victorian-style home in beautiful condition. Striking curb appeal, this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home has an impressive front entry foyer w/turned staircase. Wonderful open floor plan, perfect for today's style of living. The graciously sized rooms are filled w/ natural light & have high ceilings. The LR w/ lovely wainscoting detail has a fireplace & is open to the dining room w/ another fireplace & window seat. The well-equipped kitchen has SS appliances, 6 burner Viking stove & grill, a centre island & is open to the family room w/striking stone fireplace, dramatic skylights & window seat. There is a library/sunroom on the 1st level. The 2nd level has a luxurious master bedroom w/fitted closets & spa-like bathroom. There are 3 additional bedrooms on the 2nd level. The 3rd level has an en suite bedroom w/bath & office. Lovely private outdoor space. This coveted location is conveniently located in heart of Newton Ctr, close to T, shops, and restaurants.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
6,353 sq ftLot Size
$848Est. 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
Newton Centre on cul de sac. Beautifully updated 5+ bedroom Gambrel Victorian in premier neighborhood of period elegant homes close to T, shops, & Mason Rice/Ward Schools. 3 fireplaces. Chef's kitchen. Gorgeous family room w/ skylights, living room & dining room all w/bay windows, library. 2nd level: master bedroom w/en suite bath w/steam shower, plus 3 addt'l beds & full bath. 3rd level: bedroom w/en suite full bath & office. Great mudroom. Fenced yard, C/A, alarm & updated electric. Walkout LL
MLS PIN #70158562
Jun 9, 2005
Sold
$1,270,000
$395/sq ft
Apr 25, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Mar 16, 2005
Listed
$1,325,000
$412/sq ft
ABSOLUTELY CHARMING & UPDATED VICTORIAN ON CUL DE SAC IN NEWTON CENTRE NEIGHBORHOOD.LIVING ROOM & DINING ROOM WITH FIREPLACES, BUILT-IN WINDOW SEAT. SPECTACULAR KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM WITH BEAUTIFUL CABINETS, COUNTERS, SKYLIGHTS. FOUR CORNER BEDROOMS & RENOVATED BATHS ON SECOND FLOOR. THIRD FLOOR TEEN SUITE OR STUDY.
Public Records
Feb 1, 1985
Sold
$213,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$23,586 (+3.8%)
$1,187,400 + $1,246,700
$2,434,100
2025
$22,718 (+11.1%)
$1,130,900 + $1,187,300
$2,318,200
2024
$20,449 (+5.0%)
$1,098,000 + $997,200
$2,095,200
2023
$19,469 (+4.5%)
$829,100 + $1,083,400
$1,912,500
2022
$18,629 (+3.6%)
$767,700 + $1,003,100
$1,770,800
2021
$17,976 (+3.1%)
$724,200 + $946,400
$1,670,600
2020
$17,441 (+2.9%)
$724,200 + $946,400
$1,670,600
2019
$16,949 (+3.5%)
$703,100 + $918,800
$1,621,900
2018
$16,373 (+3.1%)
$635,000 + $878,200
$1,513,200
2017
$15,874 (+4.6%)
$599,100 + $828,400
$1,427,500
2016
$15,182 (+4.9%)
$559,900 + $774,200
$1,334,100
2015
$14,475 (+2.0%)
$523,300 + $723,500
$1,246,800
2014
$14,197 (+5.5%)
$478,200 + $693,200
$1,171,400
2013
$13,459 (+20.9%)
$478,200 + $693,200
$1,171,400
2012
$11,134 (+4.5%)
$478,200 + $518,600
$996,800
2011
$10,653 (+2.0%)
$480,600 + $496,700
$977,300
2010
$10,447 (+2.4%)
$490,400 + $513,200
$1,003,600
2009
$10,200
$500,400 + $523,700
$1,024,100
Tax history for 12 Devon Ter
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$23,586 (+3.8%)
$1,187,400 + $1,246,700
$2,434,100
2025
$22,718 (+11.1%)
$1,130,900 + $1,187,300
$2,318,200
2024
$20,449 (+5.0%)
$1,098,000 + $997,200
$2,095,200
2023
$19,469 (+4.5%)
$829,100 + $1,083,400
$1,912,500
2022
$18,629 (+3.6%)
$767,700 + $1,003,100
$1,770,800
2021
$17,976 (+3.1%)
$724,200 + $946,400
$1,670,600
2020
$17,441 (+2.9%)
$724,200 + $946,400
$1,670,600
2019
$16,949 (+3.5%)
$703,100 + $918,800
$1,621,900
2018
$16,373 (+3.1%)
$635,000 + $878,200
$1,513,200
2017
$15,874 (+4.6%)
$599,100 + $828,400
$1,427,500
2016
$15,182 (+4.9%)
$559,900 + $774,200
$1,334,100
2015
$14,475 (+2.0%)
$523,300 + $723,500
$1,246,800
2014
$14,197 (+5.5%)
$478,200 + $693,200
$1,171,400
2013
$13,459 (+20.9%)
$478,200 + $693,200
$1,171,400
2012
$11,134 (+4.5%)
$478,200 + $518,600
$996,800
2011
$10,653 (+2.0%)
$480,600 + $496,700
$977,300
2010
$10,447 (+2.4%)
$490,400 + $513,200
$1,003,600
2009
$10,200
$500,400 + $523,700
$1,024,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,353
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,214
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2729741S
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2024.
Mar 20, 2023 • Final
Building permit - app (10/23)
Construct a basement addition under the existing first floor and a small one-story entry addition. Install a new bay window and remodel a portion of the interior.
Addition
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Directions: Grant Ave to Devon St to Devon Terrace
UnparsedAddress: 12 Devon Ter, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,214
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,353 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2729741S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 15, 2024
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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