Set majestically atop a knoll on a tree-lined street in the heart of Newton Centre, this distinguished Tudor-style residence features expansive rooms, exquisite architectural detail, an abundance of light and private outdoor space. The impressive reception foyer leads to an elegant living room w/leaded glass windows & gas fireplace. The graciously-sized dining room has an adjoining solarium. A large open kitchen w/ centre island, an informal eating nook w/ a curved wall- of-glass, opens to a FR w/ beamed ceiling, rich wood tones, built-in bookshelving & gas fireplace. An office, mud room, laundry, one full & one half bathroom complete the 1st level. The 2nd floor has an impressive master suite w/ 2 walk-in closets.There are an additional 4 generously sized bedrooms on this level. The library has vaulted ceiling, built-in book cases & an oversized stone fireplace. The secluded gardens, patio & in-ground swimming pool offers tranquil outdoor living. The pool house is equipped w/ kitchen.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$712Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam• Hammond Residential R. E.
THIS HOME IS ONE OF THE MOST MAJESTICALLY SCALED TUDOR-STYLE HOUSES IN THE CITY. LOCATED IN CHESTNUT HILL, THIS PRIVATE, GATED HOME HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED. IT FEATURES A STATE-OF-THE-ART KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM, FRENCH DOORS OPENING TO THE INGROUND POOL (EUROPEAN-STYLE) AND A SEPARATE CABANA WHICH INCLUDES A KITCHEN AND BATH.
Public Records
Nov 3, 1988
Sold
$200,000
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 3, 1988
Sold
$150,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$42,786 (+3.8%)
$1,794,800 + $2,620,700
$4,415,500
2025
$41,211 (+3.4%)
$1,709,300 + $2,495,900
$4,205,200
2024
$39,847 (+2.6%)
$1,659,500 + $2,423,200
$4,082,700
2023
$38,828 (+4.5%)
$1,280,000 + $2,534,100
$3,814,100
2022
$37,152 (+3.6%)
$1,185,200 + $2,346,400
$3,531,600
2021
$35,849 (+3.1%)
$1,118,100 + $2,213,600
$3,331,700
2020
$34,780 (+2.9%)
$1,118,100 + $2,213,300
$3,331,400
2019
$33,799 (+0.1%)
$1,085,500 + $2,148,900
$3,234,400
2018
$33,758 (+3.1%)
$1,000,700 + $2,119,300
$3,120,000
2017
$32,731 (+4.6%)
$944,100 + $1,999,300
$2,943,400
2016
$31,304 (+4.9%)
$882,300 + $1,868,500
$2,750,800
2015
$29,847
$824,600 + $1,746,200
$2,570,800
2014
$29,826 (+5.5%)
$761,000 + $1,699,900
$2,460,900
2013
$28,276 (+2.9%)
$761,000 + $1,699,900
$2,460,900
2012
$27,488 (+3.6%)
$761,000 + $1,699,900
$2,460,900
2011
$26,526 (+2.6%)
$738,700 + $1,694,900
$2,433,600
2010
$25,851 (+2.4%)
$753,800 + $1,729,500
$2,483,300
2009
$25,239
$769,200 + $1,764,800
$2,534,000
Tax history for 155 Hobart Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$42,786 (+3.8%)
$1,794,800 + $2,620,700
$4,415,500
2025
$41,211 (+3.4%)
$1,709,300 + $2,495,900
$4,205,200
2024
$39,847 (+2.6%)
$1,659,500 + $2,423,200
$4,082,700
2023
$38,828 (+4.5%)
$1,280,000 + $2,534,100
$3,814,100
2022
$37,152 (+3.6%)
$1,185,200 + $2,346,400
$3,531,600
2021
$35,849 (+3.1%)
$1,118,100 + $2,213,600
$3,331,700
2020
$34,780 (+2.9%)
$1,118,100 + $2,213,300
$3,331,400
2019
$33,799 (+0.1%)
$1,085,500 + $2,148,900
$3,234,400
2018
$33,758 (+3.1%)
$1,000,700 + $2,119,300
$3,120,000
2017
$32,731 (+4.6%)
$944,100 + $1,999,300
$2,943,400
2016
$31,304 (+4.9%)
$882,300 + $1,868,500
$2,750,800
2015
$29,847
$824,600 + $1,746,200
$2,570,800
2014
$29,826 (+5.5%)
$761,000 + $1,699,900
$2,460,900
2013
$28,276 (+2.9%)
$761,000 + $1,699,900
$2,460,900
2012
$27,488 (+3.6%)
$761,000 + $1,699,900
$2,460,900
2011
$26,526 (+2.6%)
$738,700 + $1,694,900
$2,433,600
2010
$25,851 (+2.4%)
$753,800 + $1,729,500
$2,483,300
2009
$25,239
$769,200 + $1,764,800
$2,534,000
*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
6
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,240
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2394818S
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
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Appliances
Other Equipment: Intercom
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Marble, Other
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Library, Office, Foyer, Game Room, Sun Room, Exercise Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,240
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, See Remarks
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: brick
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Pool - Inground, Cabana, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Cabana
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $29,847
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other (See Remarks)
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Ave to Hobart
UnparsedAddress: 155 Hobart Rd, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,240
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2394818S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
Exclusions: Stairwell Light Fixture
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Ward Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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