SOLD JUL 28, 2026

Sold on Jul 2026

$3,375,000

•

4,922

sq ft

171 Hobart Rd, Newton, MA 02459

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About this home

Elegant Newton Centre Colonial at the edge of Chestnut Hill, just moments to shops, dining, MBTA Green Line, Webster Woods. Gracious formal living and dining rooms create perfect setting for festive gatherings, while the expansive kitchen, breakfast room and cathedral-ceiling family room offer warm, casual spaces to relax and connect. French doors open to dramatic tiered deck, extending the living space outdoors for dining, grilling, and entertaining with zoned speakers for sound and sweeping views of landscaped yard. The main level also enjoys a lovely guest suite and fabulous home office. Upstairs find a private primary suite with dressing room and luxurious bath, plus three additional beds and large bath. Finished lower level offers mudroom entrance and flex space for playroom, media room, gym, office, with convenient full bath. A heated driveway to melt off the snow, 2-car garage with EV charge and custom storage, solar panels, fence and stone walls complete this exceptional home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1992Year Built

0.39 acresLot Size

$686Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Laura Segal • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listed by • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with The Margie and Jon Team • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73524173

Redfin Estimate

$3,106,045

$269K since sold in July 2026$342K since August

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This home's estimate is 19.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.59M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$4,805,000
A
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,090,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,550 sq ft
81 Intervale Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD DEC 15, 2025
$1,800,000
C
5 beds5 baths3,500 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,275,000
D
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SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$2,075,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,537 sq ft
150 Grant Ave, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$2,500,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths4,770 sq ft
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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$2.1M

$188K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

5 days MoM

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17 MoM

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Est. $8,360 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 171 Hobart Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73524173

Jul 28, 2026

Sold

$3,375,000

$686/sq ft

Jun 5, 2026

Pending

—

Jun 3, 2026

Contingent

—

May 26, 2026

Listed

$3,095,000

$629/sq ft

MLS PIN #70868738

Jul 1, 2009

Sold

$1,562,500

$317/sq ft

Feb 13, 2009

Contingent

—

Jan 27, 2009

Listed

$1,650,000

$335/sq ft

MLS PIN #30310238

May 15, 2000

Sold

$1,415,000

$287/sq ft

May 3, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Apr 14, 1999

Listed

$1,495,000

$304/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 1, 1991

Sold

$255,000

$52/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$27,057 (+3.8%)

$1,941,600 + $850,700

$2,792,300

2025

$26,061 (+3.4%)

$1,849,100 + $810,200

$2,659,300

2024

$25,198 (+3.6%)

$1,795,200 + $786,600

$2,581,800

2023

$24,321 (+4.5%)

$1,399,700 + $989,400

$2,389,100

2022

$23,271 (+3.6%)

$1,296,000 + $916,100

$2,212,100

2021

$22,455 (+3.1%)

$1,222,600 + $864,300

$2,086,900

2020

$21,787 (+2.9%)

$1,222,600 + $864,300

$2,086,900

2019

$21,173 (+0.9%)

$1,187,000 + $839,100

$2,026,100

2018

$20,993 (+3.1%)

$1,074,200 + $866,000

$1,940,200

2017

$20,354 (+6.2%)

$1,013,400 + $817,000

$1,830,400

2016

$19,168 (+5.1%)

$947,100 + $737,300

$1,684,400

2015

$18,245

$885,100 + $686,400

$1,571,500

2014

$18,256 (+5.5%)

$808,600 + $697,700

$1,506,300

2013

$17,307 (+2.9%)

$808,600 + $697,700

$1,506,300

2012

$16,825 (+3.0%)

$808,600 + $697,700

$1,506,300

2011

$16,328 (+2.6%)

$804,300 + $693,700

$1,498,000

2010

$15,913 (−8.5%)

$820,700 + $707,900

$1,528,600

2009

$17,400

$837,400 + $909,600

$1,747,000

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.39 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,722

Year built

1992

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2760755S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
Virtual Tour 1 (External Link)

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Coffered Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Crown Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce,Archway,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Window Seat

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant,Archway,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant,Closet - Double

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Other Equipment: Intercom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Chair Rail, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Pedestal Sink, Bathroom - Full, Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - With Tub, Study, Bathroom, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Media Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,922
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: brick

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Above Grade Finished Area: 3722
Below Grade Finished Area: 1200
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.39
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Easements, Sloped
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $27,328
Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Power Production Annual: 10.6
Power Production Annual Status: B
Power Production Size: 12
Power Production Type: A
Power Production Year Install: 2016

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Ward
Middle Or Junior School: Bigelow
High School: Nnhs

Location Information
Directions: Corner of Hobart and Intervale. Parking is allowed on both Hobart and Intervale.
UnparsedAddress: 171 Hobart Road, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,722
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2760755S

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Included Items: Tv Wall Mounts, Tv In Lower Level Media Room, Fire Pit.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Ward Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

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

6 days above 96° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% 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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Historical weather

Newton, MA • 02459

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Dec

Sun exposure

92/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.4 hrs

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$2.95M – $3.57M

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Home values near 171 Hobart Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
155 Hobart Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6240 Sq. Ft.	$4,803,759
158 Hobart Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,601,372

Address	Redfin Estimate
143 Hobart Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4489 Sq. Ft.	$2,989,097
168 Hobart Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4089 Sq. Ft.	$2,787,187

Address	Redfin Estimate
24 Hobart Terrace, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3765 Sq. Ft.	$2,635,685
194 Hobart Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6958 Sq. Ft.	$4,526,805

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