Beautifully maintained c1914 brick & slate roof Colonial Revival-style residence now available! This home seamlessly blends original architectural details with modern amenities, many of which were updated by the current owners. A 1928 "Great Room" addition, boasting 17' cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace, expansive windows, and terra cotta tile floor, is one of several distinctive, gracious, and inviting rooms this generous home has to offer. Settle in to the renovated kitchen, with a marvelous breakfast nook, access to a mud room with custom cabinetry and a serene back patio/yard. Or, head downstairs to the finished walk-out lower level, which can easily be made in to an au-pair or guest suite. The second floor has exceptionally-proportioned bedrooms which offer seasonal Boston skyline views. Multiple-zone hydro-air, radiant heating, central A/C, a 2-car garage, irrigation, and a security system round out this magnificent Newton home. Stop by this weekend for the first showings!
Farlow Hill. South-facing c1910 brick & slate roof Colonial Revival-style residence seamlessly blends original architectural details w/modern amenities. Distinctive, gracious, meticulous & inviting, this 5,479 sq ft generous home features a splendid 1920’s 29’ x 18’ “great room” addition w/17’ cathedral ceiling, stone fireplace, large windows & terra cotta tile floor. Accessible to a bluestone terrace, lawn area & verdant gardens. An extensive, thoughtful 2001 renovation & expansion includes a hexagonal breakfast/work room kitchen addition, mud entry w/custom cabinetry, & a finished walk-out lower level. Well-designed for entertaining & comfortable daily living, w/exceptionally-proportioned rooms. Large, corner bedrooms offer seasonal Boston skyline views. Multiple-zone hydro-air, radiant heating & central air conditioning, 2-car garage, irrigation & security system. Choice, tranquil neighborhood, convenient to downtown Boston, Cambridge, Logan Airport, & major commuting routes.
Public Records
Aug 24, 1998
Sold
$737,069
$152/sq ft
MLS PIN #50493774
Aug 25, 1998
Sold
$1,125,000
$232/sq ft
Jul 22, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Mar 16, 1998
Listed
$1,250,000
$258/sq ft
BRICK GEORGIAN TOP OF FARLOW HILL,SPECTACULAR VIEWS. CLASSIC PERIOD DETAILS,CATHEDRAL CEILING MUSIC ROOM LAND AREA INCLUDES SEPARATE POSSIBLE BUILDING LOT EASY COMMUTE TO BOSTON & CAMBRIDGE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,676 (+3.8%)
$1,487,300 + $1,368,800
$2,856,100
2025
$26,657 (+3.4%)
$1,416,500 + $1,303,600
$2,720,100
2024
$25,775 (+3.5%)
$1,375,200 + $1,265,700
$2,640,900
2023
$24,905 (+4.5%)
$1,060,800 + $1,385,700
$2,446,500
2022
$23,831 (+3.6%)
$982,200 + $1,283,100
$2,265,300
2021
$22,995 (+3.1%)
$926,600 + $1,210,500
$2,137,100
2020
$22,311 (+2.9%)
$926,600 + $1,210,500
$2,137,100
2019
$21,683 (+2.1%)
$899,600 + $1,175,300
$2,074,900
2018
$21,231 (+3.1%)
$813,700 + $1,148,500
$1,962,200
2017
$20,584 (+2.3%)
$767,600 + $1,083,500
$1,851,100
2016
$20,116 (−7.1%)
$753,200 + $1,014,500
$1,767,700
2015
$21,651 (+0.6%)
$670,400 + $1,194,500
$1,864,900
2014
$21,519 (+5.5%)
$614,500 + $1,161,000
$1,775,500
2013
$20,400 (+2.9%)
$614,500 + $1,161,000
$1,775,500
2012
$19,832 (+4.3%)
$614,500 + $1,161,000
$1,775,500
2011
$19,006 (+2.6%)
$617,600 + $1,126,100
$1,743,700
2010
$18,523 (+2.4%)
$630,200 + $1,149,100
$1,779,300
2009
$18,083
$643,100 + $1,172,500
$1,815,600
Tax history for 120 Farlow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,676 (+3.8%)
$1,487,300 + $1,368,800
$2,856,100
2025
$26,657 (+3.4%)
$1,416,500 + $1,303,600
$2,720,100
2024
$25,775 (+3.5%)
$1,375,200 + $1,265,700
$2,640,900
2023
$24,905 (+4.5%)
$1,060,800 + $1,385,700
$2,446,500
2022
$23,831 (+3.6%)
$982,200 + $1,283,100
$2,265,300
2021
$22,995 (+3.1%)
$926,600 + $1,210,500
$2,137,100
2020
$22,311 (+2.9%)
$926,600 + $1,210,500
$2,137,100
2019
$21,683 (+2.1%)
$899,600 + $1,175,300
$2,074,900
2018
$21,231 (+3.1%)
$813,700 + $1,148,500
$1,962,200
2017
$20,584 (+2.3%)
$767,600 + $1,083,500
$1,851,100
2016
$20,116 (−7.1%)
$753,200 + $1,014,500
$1,767,700
2015
$21,651 (+0.6%)
$670,400 + $1,194,500
$1,864,900
2014
$21,519 (+5.5%)
$614,500 + $1,161,000
$1,775,500
2013
$20,400 (+2.9%)
$614,500 + $1,161,000
$1,775,500
2012
$19,832 (+4.3%)
$614,500 + $1,161,000
$1,775,500
2011
$19,006 (+2.6%)
$617,600 + $1,126,100
$1,743,700
2010
$18,523 (+2.4%)
$630,200 + $1,149,100
$1,779,300
2009
$18,083
$643,100 + $1,172,500
$1,815,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,131
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3773054S
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
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard, City View(s)
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s), City
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,683
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Waverly Avenue to Farlow
UnparsedAddress: 120 Farlow Rd, Newton MA 02458
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,131
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3773054S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Light By Patio Door, Light In Office, Lights In The Kids' Rooms And Master Bedroom; Mb Drapes; Safe
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Underwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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