Beautifully sited on private grounds in West Newton Hill is this stately and elegant center entrance Brick Colonial. This impressive and well preserved home features generous rooms and fine craftsmanship typical of the period. A formal entry hall opens to an impressive living room with wood burning fireplace and heated sunroom. A working kitchen with good cabinet and counter space leads to a spacious dining room and accesses the level yard. The graceful center hall staircase with large window and landing leads to four bedrooms including the primary bedroom with full bath and walk-in closet. Finished third floor with two additional bedrooms and a bathroom. Partially finished lower level with bathroom. Many windows provide and abundance of natural light. Amenities include replacement "Andersen" windows, "Buderus" gas heating system, 200 amp electrical service, back staircase, two car garage. This wonderful property offers upside potential and value add for the insightful buyer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$822Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michael Rothstein• Hammond Residential Real Estate
West Newton Hill. Well maintained center entrance brick Colonial built in 1928 . Front to back living room w/ fireplace; formal dining room; modern kitchen with maple cabinets.Finished 3rd floor with full bath. Partially finished lower level has 1/2 bath. Period detail includes natural woods & wainscotting. Lots of natural light. Amenities include replacement windows, updated heating and electrical systems, detached 2-car gar. Freshly painted interior & refinished hardwood floors.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,486 (+3.8%)
$1,303,100 + $1,017,400
$2,320,500
2025
$21,658 (+19.6%)
$1,241,000 + $969,000
$2,210,000
2024
$18,109 (+4.8%)
$1,204,900 + $650,500
$1,855,400
2023
$17,285 (+4.5%)
$932,500 + $765,400
$1,697,900
2022
$16,538 (+3.6%)
$863,400 + $708,700
$1,572,100
2021
$15,958 (+3.1%)
$814,500 + $668,600
$1,483,100
2020
$15,484 (+2.9%)
$814,500 + $668,600
$1,483,100
2019
$15,047 (+4.0%)
$790,800 + $649,100
$1,439,900
2018
$14,462 (+3.1%)
$718,800 + $617,800
$1,336,600
2017
$14,021 (+4.6%)
$678,100 + $582,800
$1,260,900
2016
$13,410 (+4.9%)
$633,700 + $544,700
$1,178,400
2015
$12,786 (−0.4%)
$592,200 + $509,100
$1,101,300
2014
$12,836 (+5.5%)
$543,500 + $515,600
$1,059,100
2013
$12,169 (+2.9%)
$543,500 + $515,600
$1,059,100
2012
$11,830 (+2.1%)
$543,500 + $515,600
$1,059,100
2011
$11,586 (+5.6%)
$544,200 + $518,700
$1,062,900
2010
$10,970 (−6.2%)
$555,300 + $498,500
$1,053,800
2009
$11,692
$566,600 + $607,300
$1,173,900
Tax history for 16 Howland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,486 (+3.8%)
$1,303,100 + $1,017,400
$2,320,500
2025
$21,658 (+19.6%)
$1,241,000 + $969,000
$2,210,000
2024
$18,109 (+4.8%)
$1,204,900 + $650,500
$1,855,400
2023
$17,285 (+4.5%)
$932,500 + $765,400
$1,697,900
2022
$16,538 (+3.6%)
$863,400 + $708,700
$1,572,100
2021
$15,958 (+3.1%)
$814,500 + $668,600
$1,483,100
2020
$15,484 (+2.9%)
$814,500 + $668,600
$1,483,100
2019
$15,047 (+4.0%)
$790,800 + $649,100
$1,439,900
2018
$14,462 (+3.1%)
$718,800 + $617,800
$1,336,600
2017
$14,021 (+4.6%)
$678,100 + $582,800
$1,260,900
2016
$13,410 (+4.9%)
$633,700 + $544,700
$1,178,400
2015
$12,786 (−0.4%)
$592,200 + $509,100
$1,101,300
2014
$12,836 (+5.5%)
$543,500 + $515,600
$1,059,100
2013
$12,169 (+2.9%)
$543,500 + $515,600
$1,059,100
2012
$11,830 (+2.1%)
$543,500 + $515,600
$1,059,100
2011
$11,586 (+5.6%)
$544,200 + $518,700
$1,062,900
2010
$10,970 (−6.2%)
$555,300 + $498,500
$1,053,800
2009
$11,692
$566,600 + $607,300
$1,173,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,310
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2754445S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Feb 26, 2025 • Active
Electrical permit application
Remodel a bathroom on the third floor.
Bathroom
Electrical
Feb 18, 2025 • Final
Plumbing permit application
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom, Den, Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,222
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Brick
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Level
Frontage Length: 165
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,861.91
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Valentine St to Howland Rd
UnparsedAddress: 16 Howland Rd, Newton MA 02465
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,310
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2754445S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Peirce Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
F A Day Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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