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Off Market Aug 2021 for $1.5M

$2,054,550

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,372/mo

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2,389

sq ft

12 Janet Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Welcome to 12 Janet Road. A rare opportunity to own a Charles Train designed and built 1940 masterpiece that was thoroughly restored and renovated in 2015 through 2017, in this highly desirable hidden treasure of a neighborhood. It’s perfect for entertaining indoors, full of natural sunlight, or in the tree lined abundant private yard. Designer kitchen, wood paneled den, dining room with built in cabinet, front to back living room with a sunroom that steps out to a beautiful bluestone patio completes the first floor. The second level includes Master Suite, large storage area above the garage, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath and second floor laundry. Steps away from the Boston College Law School, one mile off the Mass Pike, easy access to Boston and all the villages of Newton. This is the house that you will want to call HOME!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$860Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Maher Realty Group • eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office

Bought with Sino-US Realty Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

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•Source:MLS PIN #72813609

Redfin Estimate

$2,054,550

$475K since sold in August 2021$36K since July

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This home's estimate is 18.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.74M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,400,500
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,425 sq ft
150 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,500,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,139 sq ft
8 Bruce Ln, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$1,600,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,434 sq ft
28 Exmoor Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 26, 2025
$1,650,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,668 sq ft
56 West Boulevard Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,560,000
E
3 beds3 baths2,414 sq ft
24 Fenno Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,700,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,139 sq ft
14 Judith Rd, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.9%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 12 Janet Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72813609

Aug 6, 2021

Sold

$1,580,000

$661/sq ft

May 3, 2021

Contingent

—

Apr 13, 2021

Listed

$1,675,000

$701/sq ft

MLS PIN #71799773

Jun 2, 2015

Sold

$1,020,000

$427/sq ft

Mar 17, 2015

Pending

—

Mar 11, 2015

Listed

$945,000

$396/sq ft

Spring is in the air, Fall in Love! This Comfortable and Gracious cape/colonial was built by Charles Train and meticulously maintained by the same owner for 64 years. Sited on a level 13,080 sq.ft. lot on an L Shaped Quiet Street the property is Immensely Expandable. The beautiful hardwood floors have always been protected by carpeting. Other features include ample closets, original woodwork, large rooms, thoughtful flow, an enclosed "Florida" room, slate roof and a charm that you just can't miss. The finished paneled portion of the basement has cove lighting and a second fireplace. There is a large two car Garage that opens to the Breezeway which can double as a mud space. Central Air. Walk to the shops and restaurants in Newtonville AND Newton Centre. Convenient to the Pike, T and Commuter Rail. Mason Rice School. Don't know what a FLORIDA room is? Come to the OH Sunday, March 15, 12-1:30 and see for yourself!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$17,045 (+3.8%)

$1,420,800 + $338,200

$1,759,000

2025

$16,417 (+3.4%)

$1,353,100 + $322,100

$1,675,200

2024

$15,874 (+5.8%)

$1,313,700 + $312,700

$1,626,400

2023

$15,008 (+8.9%)

$1,006,300 + $468,000

$1,474,300

2022

$13,785 (+3.6%)

$931,800 + $378,600

$1,310,400

2021

$13,302 (+3.1%)

$879,100 + $357,100

$1,236,200

2020

$12,906 (+2.9%)

$879,100 + $357,100

$1,236,200

2019

$12,542 (+4.8%)

$853,500 + $346,700

$1,200,200

2018

$11,972 (+4.5%)

$763,500 + $343,000

$1,106,500

2017

$11,459 (+18.4%)

$720,300 + $310,200

$1,030,500

2016

$9,679 (+4.9%)

$673,200 + $177,300

$850,500

2015

$9,229 (+0.9%)

$629,200 + $165,700

$794,900

2014

$9,149 (+5.5%)

$576,200 + $178,700

$754,900

2013

$8,674 (+2.9%)

$576,200 + $178,700

$754,900

2012

$8,432 (+2.6%)

$576,200 + $178,700

$754,900

2011

$8,215 (+2.6%)

$577,900 + $175,800

$753,700

2010

$8,006 (−2.9%)

$589,700 + $179,400

$769,100

2009

$8,241

$601,700 + $225,700

$827,400

Tax history for 12 Janet Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$17,045 (+3.8%)

$1,420,800 + $338,200

$1,759,000

2025

$16,417 (+3.4%)

$1,353,100 + $322,100

$1,675,200

2024

$15,874 (+5.8%)

$1,313,700 + $312,700

$1,626,400

2023

$15,008 (+8.9%)

$1,006,300 + $468,000

$1,474,300

2022

$13,785 (+3.6%)

$931,800 + $378,600

$1,310,400

2021

$13,302 (+3.1%)

$879,100 + $357,100

$1,236,200

2020

$12,906 (+2.9%)

$879,100 + $357,100

$1,236,200

2019

$12,542 (+4.8%)

$853,500 + $346,700

$1,200,200

2018

$11,972 (+4.5%)

$763,500 + $343,000

$1,106,500

2017

$11,459 (+18.4%)

$720,300 + $310,200

$1,030,500

2016

$9,679 (+4.9%)

$673,200 + $177,300

$850,500

2015

$9,229 (+0.9%)

$629,200 + $165,700

$794,900

2014

$9,149 (+5.5%)

$576,200 + $178,700

$754,900

2013

$8,674 (+2.9%)

$576,200 + $178,700

$754,900

2012

$8,432 (+2.6%)

$576,200 + $178,700

$754,900

2011

$8,215 (+2.6%)

$577,900 + $175,800

$753,700

2010

$8,006 (−2.9%)

$589,700 + $179,400

$769,100

2009

$8,241

$601,700 + $225,700

$827,400

*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

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,409

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1841184S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 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, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Cable Hookup, Den

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,389
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
Lot Features: Level
Frontage Length: 89
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,906
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Centre St. to Mill St. to Janet Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 12 Janet Rd, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,409
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1841184S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

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 • 2.2mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

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, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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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$1.95M – $2.36M

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Home values near 12 Janet Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 Janet Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$2,269,584
33 Janet Rd, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3404 Sq. Ft.	$2,208,202

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Janet Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3812 Sq. Ft.	$2,128,866
4 Janet Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2504 Sq. Ft.	$1,925,980

Address	Redfin Estimate
25 Janet Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,724,335
25 Janet Rd, Newton Center, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1932 Sq. Ft.	$1,554,721

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