Newton Centre. Move-in Ready. Beautiful/Private Outdoor living. Gut-renovated in 2014: new HVAC, electric, plumbing, roof, JELD-WEN windows, hardwood floors,deck, and plaster walls. This center-entrance-Colonial must be seen in person to appreciate the quality. Magnificent party-sized bright kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel, leads to the rear deck & landscaped level yard. Adj. family room opens to same deck. Living room w/ fireplace has two French doors that lead to a covered porch. Dining room & powder room complete this level. The second-floor landing is graced w/ window seat and lovely archway. It consists of 4 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms, fabulous master bedroom with a tray ceiling, 2 walk-in closets w/ built-ins, and a splendid master bath with a soaking tub, oversized shower, dble sinks, & marble countertops. Lndry upstairs. The finished lower level has a large playroom, billiard room, exercise room, and full bath. Stellar location, Mason Rice School District
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,024 sq ftLot Size
$757Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Deborah Gordon• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Bought with Nick Reynolds• Longwood Residential, LLC
Newton Centre. Recently renovated and expanded, this picturesque 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom Colonial-style residence is located in the popular Mason Rice School district. Glorious 2014 top-of-the-line kitchen, with granite countertops & stainless steel accents, leads out to the rear deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped level yard. The living room leads out to a covered porch and is open to the family room which also accesses the rear deck. A pretty dining room & new powder room complete this level. The second floor landing is graced with a window seat framed below a lovely archway. The second level has 4 bedrooms & 3 new bathrooms, including a fabulous master bedroom with a tray ceiling, walk-in closet with built-ins, and a sumptuous master bathroom with a soaking tub, oversized shower, double sinks, & marble countertops. The finished lower level has a game room, an exercise room, a den/study, & 4th new bathroom. This wonderful property is near shops, restaurants, T, & park
MLS PIN #71506301
May 7, 2013
Sold
$850,000
$223/sq ft
Apr 16, 2013
Contingent
—
Apr 9, 2013
Listed
$700,000
$184/sq ft
+2
Attention developers, contractors and end users wishing to create their perfect home on a quiet street in Newton Centre! This Center Entrance Colonial has been in the same family for years and has great energy and potential for expansion. This property is located within walking distance to Newton Centre, Newtonville, Bullough Pond, the Library and Houses Of Worship on a lovely 1 block long street. Mason-Rice school and choice Newton North or South High Schools.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$24,483 (+3.8%)
$1,494,700 + $1,031,900
$2,526,600
2025
$23,582 (+3.4%)
$1,423,500 + $982,800
$2,406,300
2024
$22,801 (+4.5%)
$1,382,000 + $954,200
$2,336,200
2023
$21,821 (+4.5%)
$1,050,800 + $1,092,700
$2,143,500
2022
$20,879 (+3.6%)
$973,000 + $1,011,700
$1,984,700
2021
$20,147 (+3.1%)
$917,900 + $954,500
$1,872,400
2020
$19,548 (+2.9%)
$917,900 + $954,500
$1,872,400
2019
$18,997 (+3.5%)
$891,200 + $926,700
$1,817,900
2018
$18,363 (+3.1%)
$804,500 + $892,600
$1,697,100
2017
$17,803 (+4.6%)
$759,000 + $842,000
$1,601,000
2016
$17,028 (+43.5%)
$709,300 + $787,000
$1,496,300
2015
$11,864 (+31.9%)
$662,900 + $359,000
$1,021,900
2014
$8,997 (+26.6%)
$607,200 + $135,100
$742,300
2013
$7,108 (+2.9%)
$506,000 + $112,600
$618,600
2012
$6,910 (+2.3%)
$506,000 + $112,600
$618,600
2011
$6,753 (+2.3%)
$509,400 + $110,100
$619,500
2010
$6,602 (+2.4%)
$519,800 + $114,400
$634,200
2009
$6,445
$530,400 + $116,700
$647,100
Tax history for 12 Vineyard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$24,483 (+3.8%)
$1,494,700 + $1,031,900
$2,526,600
2025
$23,582 (+3.4%)
$1,423,500 + $982,800
$2,406,300
2024
$22,801 (+4.5%)
$1,382,000 + $954,200
$2,336,200
2023
$21,821 (+4.5%)
$1,050,800 + $1,092,700
$2,143,500
2022
$20,879 (+3.6%)
$973,000 + $1,011,700
$1,984,700
2021
$20,147 (+3.1%)
$917,900 + $954,500
$1,872,400
2020
$19,548 (+2.9%)
$917,900 + $954,500
$1,872,400
2019
$18,997 (+3.5%)
$891,200 + $926,700
$1,817,900
2018
$18,363 (+3.1%)
$804,500 + $892,600
$1,697,100
2017
$17,803 (+4.6%)
$759,000 + $842,000
$1,601,000
2016
$17,028 (+43.5%)
$709,300 + $787,000
$1,496,300
2015
$11,864 (+31.9%)
$662,900 + $359,000
$1,021,900
2014
$8,997 (+26.6%)
$607,200 + $135,100
$742,300
2013
$7,108 (+2.9%)
$506,000 + $112,600
$618,600
2012
$6,910 (+2.3%)
$506,000 + $112,600
$618,600
2011
$6,753 (+2.3%)
$509,400 + $110,100
$619,500
2010
$6,602 (+2.4%)
$519,800 + $114,400
$634,200
2009
$6,445
$530,400 + $116,700
$647,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bonus Room, Bathroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,806
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Level
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,548
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Avenue to Cedar to Vineyard Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 12 Vineyard Rd, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,785
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2821558S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier Excluded
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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