This charming center entrance Colonial sits at the end of a cul-de-sac tree lined street in sought-after Newton Highlands! The first floor of this well-maintained property consists of a fireplaced living room, hardwood floors, hostess size dining room, updated kitchen, family room overlooking yard with access to exterior and 1/2 bath. The second floor has three corner bedrooms, an updated family bath and available pull-down stairs to attic with storage. The finished lower level offers two bedrooms, a full bath, utility room, additional storage and walkout to the yard with a patio and an oasis of gardens and trees. The property has many updates which include: newer windows, newer roof, Bosch boiler. Near all major routes, shops and restaurants, schools, a few blocks to the Countryside elementary school, less than a mile to the Highlands 'T", and the renovated Highlands playground with Tennis, basketball, and baseball field. This property is not to be missed!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
5,330 sq ftLot Size
$679Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Suzanne Sherman Finnerty• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
CE Col on peaceful cul de sac w serene, wooded views. Frpl LR &Formal DR w crown moldings & warm wood floors, sparkling white kit & adjoining famroom to admire nature, space & sunshine! King Sized front to back MBR & 2 fam BR w breeze catching corner windows. Beautifully finished walk out Lower Level with 2 addl BR, computer alcove & ceramic tile bath offers endless possiblities - aupair, teen suite, guests,inlaw, home office - you choose! Conv to Newton Highlands,T,School, highway.Many update
Public Records
Aug 31, 2001
Sold
$429,000
$209/sq ft
MLS PIN #30485694
Aug 31, 2001
Sold
$452,000
$220/sq ft
Mar 22, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Mar 14, 2001
Listed
$449,000
$218/sq ft
ADORABLE 3 BEDROOM COLONIAL IN DESIRABLE NEWTON HIGHLANDS. CUL DE SAC, NICE LOT, FRESHLY PAINTED, HARDWOOD FLOORS. PRICE INCLUDES ADDITIONAL LOT #16 SHADY HILL ROAD. SEE BROKER FOR DISCLOSURE DETAILS. OH SUN 3/18 11:30-1:00
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,928 (+3.8%)
$865,900 + $261,900
$1,127,800
2025
$10,526 (+3.0%)
$824,700 + $249,400
$1,074,100
2024
$10,223 (+4.6%)
$800,700 + $246,700
$1,047,400
2023
$9,776 (+4.5%)
$602,200 + $358,100
$960,300
2022
$9,354 (+3.6%)
$557,600 + $331,600
$889,200
2021
$9,027 (+3.1%)
$526,000 + $312,900
$838,900
2020
$8,758 (+2.9%)
$526,000 + $312,900
$838,900
2019
$8,512 (+4.9%)
$510,700 + $303,800
$814,500
2018
$8,112 (+3.1%)
$463,100 + $286,600
$749,700
2017
$7,865 (+4.6%)
$436,900 + $270,400
$707,300
2016
$7,522 (+4.9%)
$408,300 + $252,700
$661,000
2015
$7,173 (+0.5%)
$381,600 + $236,200
$617,800
2014
$7,140 (+5.5%)
$350,100 + $239,000
$589,100
2013
$6,769 (+2.9%)
$350,100 + $239,000
$589,100
2012
$6,580 (+2.9%)
$350,100 + $239,000
$589,100
2011
$6,396 (+5.5%)
$353,700 + $233,100
$586,800
2010
$6,064 (+2.4%)
$360,900 + $221,600
$582,500
2009
$5,920
$368,300 + $226,100
$594,400
Tax history for 15 Ashcroft Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,928 (+3.8%)
$865,900 + $261,900
$1,127,800
2025
$10,526 (+3.0%)
$824,700 + $249,400
$1,074,100
2024
$10,223 (+4.6%)
$800,700 + $246,700
$1,047,400
2023
$9,776 (+4.5%)
$602,200 + $358,100
$960,300
2022
$9,354 (+3.6%)
$557,600 + $331,600
$889,200
2021
$9,027 (+3.1%)
$526,000 + $312,900
$838,900
2020
$8,758 (+2.9%)
$526,000 + $312,900
$838,900
2019
$8,512 (+4.9%)
$510,700 + $303,800
$814,500
2018
$8,112 (+3.1%)
$463,100 + $286,600
$749,700
2017
$7,865 (+4.6%)
$436,900 + $270,400
$707,300
2016
$7,522 (+4.9%)
$408,300 + $252,700
$661,000
2015
$7,173 (+0.5%)
$381,600 + $236,200
$617,800
2014
$7,140 (+5.5%)
$350,100 + $239,000
$589,100
2013
$6,769 (+2.9%)
$350,100 + $239,000
$589,100
2012
$6,580 (+2.9%)
$350,100 + $239,000
$589,100
2011
$6,396 (+5.5%)
$353,700 + $233,100
$586,800
2010
$6,064 (+2.4%)
$360,900 + $221,600
$582,500
2009
$5,920
$368,300 + $226,100
$594,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,496
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2670306S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Features: Level, Sloped, Steep Slope
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,222.62
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Walnut Street (south of Route 9) to Ashcroft Road
UnparsedAddress: 15 Ashcroft Road, Newton MA 02461
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,496
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2670306S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Countryside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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