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Off Market Aug 2023 for $2.5M

$2,643,384

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4,665

sq ft

121 Rachel Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully renovated and expanded home nestled on sprawling, professionally landscaped grounds. The chef's kitchen, featuring a peninsula and ample prep space, and large pantry opens up to a spectacular family room with vaulted ceilings. The bedroom level showcases a luxurious primary wing with multiple walk-in closets and a spacious ensuite bath with a jacuzzi. Three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and a convenient laundry room complete this level. Step into the backyard oasis, boasting an in-ground swimming pool with hot-tub, patio, and ample lush grassy area. With a two-car attached garage and a fantastic location near shopping and highways, this home offers a private getaway with unbeatable convenience.

Single-familyProperty Type

1976Year Built

0.61 acresLot Size

$567Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ilene Solomon • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Bought with Christopher Dye • DyeNamic Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #73118401

Redfin Estimate

$2,643,384

$143K since sold in August 2023$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 30.3% higher than the average sale price ($2.03M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,821,000
A
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SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$1,810,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,463 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,925,000
C
4 beds4 baths3,453 sq ft
6 Melina Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$2,980,000
D
6 beds5 baths6,094 sq ft
150 Country Club Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD NOV 7, 2025
$1,830,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths4,302 sq ft
230 Upland Ave, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$1,810,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths4,515 sq ft
41 Juniper, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 02461, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.2%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$120K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

3 days MoM

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13 MoM

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Sale history for 121 Rachel Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$23,325 (+3.8%)

$1,408,300 + $998,800

$2,407,100

2025

$22,467 (+3.4%)

$1,341,200 + $951,300

$2,292,500

2024

$21,723 (+2.6%)

$1,302,100 + $923,600

$2,225,700

2023

$21,168 (+4.5%)

$1,041,000 + $1,038,400

$2,079,400

2022

$20,255 (+3.6%)

$963,900 + $961,500

$1,925,400

2021

$19,544 (+3.1%)

$909,300 + $907,100

$1,816,400

2020

$18,963 (+2.9%)

$909,300 + $907,100

$1,816,400

2019

$18,429 (+0.9%)

$882,800 + $880,700

$1,763,500

2018

$18,268 (+3.1%)

$792,500 + $895,900

$1,688,400

2017

$17,712 (+4.6%)

$747,600 + $845,200

$1,592,800

2016

$16,940 (+4.9%)

$698,700 + $789,900

$1,488,600

2015

$16,152 (−0.8%)

$653,000 + $738,200

$1,391,200

2014

$16,278 (+5.5%)

$601,600 + $741,500

$1,343,100

2013

$15,432 (+2.9%)

$601,600 + $741,500

$1,343,100

2012

$15,002 (+2.8%)

$601,600 + $741,500

$1,343,100

2011

$14,591 (+4.1%)

$536,700 + $801,900

$1,338,600

2010

$14,017 (−2.2%)

$547,700 + $798,800

$1,346,500

2009

$14,337

$558,900 + $880,600

$1,439,500

Tax history for 121 Rachel Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$23,325 (+3.8%)

$1,408,300 + $998,800

$2,407,100

2025

$22,467 (+3.4%)

$1,341,200 + $951,300

$2,292,500

2024

$21,723 (+2.6%)

$1,302,100 + $923,600

$2,225,700

2023

$21,168 (+4.5%)

$1,041,000 + $1,038,400

$2,079,400

2022

$20,255 (+3.6%)

$963,900 + $961,500

$1,925,400

2021

$19,544 (+3.1%)

$909,300 + $907,100

$1,816,400

2020

$18,963 (+2.9%)

$909,300 + $907,100

$1,816,400

2019

$18,429 (+0.9%)

$882,800 + $880,700

$1,763,500

2018

$18,268 (+3.1%)

$792,500 + $895,900

$1,688,400

2017

$17,712 (+4.6%)

$747,600 + $845,200

$1,592,800

2016

$16,940 (+4.9%)

$698,700 + $789,900

$1,488,600

2015

$16,152 (−0.8%)

$653,000 + $738,200

$1,391,200

2014

$16,278 (+5.5%)

$601,600 + $741,500

$1,343,100

2013

$15,432 (+2.9%)

$601,600 + $741,500

$1,343,100

2012

$15,002 (+2.8%)

$601,600 + $741,500

$1,343,100

2011

$14,591 (+4.1%)

$536,700 + $801,900

$1,338,600

2010

$14,017 (−2.2%)

$547,700 + $798,800

$1,346,500

2009

$14,337

$558,900 + $880,600

$1,439,500

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.61 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,127

Year built

1976

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

54650S

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 450
Length: 18
Width: 25
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,French Doors

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Closet - Double

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Skylight,Flooring - Marble,Hot Tub / Spa,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Pocket Door

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce

Living Room Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Family Room Information
Area: 260
Length: 20
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 18
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 276
Length: 23
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Peninsula

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room

Appliances
Other Equipment: Intercom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Concrete, Marble, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Interior Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Bathroom - Half, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Closet - Double, Bathroom, Play Room, Den, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,665
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated
Spa Features: Private

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Levels: Multi/Split
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.61
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,168
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan

Location

Location Information
Directions: Winchester St. to Rachel Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 121 Rachel Rd, Newton MA 02459

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,127
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 54650S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Large Metal Decorative Flower In Front Of House. Wine Fridge That Is In Half Bath.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Countryside Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

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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 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% 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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$2.51M – $3.04M

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Home values near 121 Rachel Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
109 Rachel Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2434 Sq. Ft.	$2,194,096
110 Rachel Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2358 Sq. Ft.	$2,045,306

Address	Redfin Estimate
130 Rachel Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1758 Sq. Ft.	$1,719,692
129 Rachel Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2740 Sq. Ft.	$1,679,328

Address	Redfin Estimate
120 Rachel Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1868 Sq. Ft.	$1,935,085
130 Rachel Road, Newton Center, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1758 Sq. Ft.	$1,712,250

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