OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2016 for $1.4M

$2,208,267

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,997/mo

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2,750

sq ft

172 Kirkstall Rd, Newton, MA 02460

About this home

This inviting colonial is located in one of Newton's finest streets. The first floor has a gracious foyer, front to back living room with built-ins and fireplace, a three season sun room, formal dining room, spacious eat-in kitchen with adjoining family room. The deck off the kitchen leads to a spacious level back yard. Four bedrooms, den, laundry, and bath complete the second floor. Featured renovations include a new kitchen with stainless steel appliances and quartzite counters, and1.5 baths, new replacement windows, heating and a/c, updated electrical, and a letter of full deleading compliance. Convenient to schools, library, shops, restaurants, public transportation, Bulloughs Pond and Mass Pike.

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

9,650 sq ftLot Size

$803Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Joyce Williams • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Bought with Joan Solomont • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline

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•Source:MLS PIN #71957799

Redfin Estimate

$2,208,267

$808K since sold in April 2016$12K since July

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This home's estimate is 18.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.87M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,400,500
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,425 sq ft
150 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,500,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,139 sq ft
8 Bruce Ln, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$1,404,810
C
4 beds2 baths2,804 sq ft
50 Grove Hill Park, Newton, MA 02460
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$1,845,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,625 sq ft
51 Fairfield St, Newton, MA 02460
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$2,050,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths4,127 sq ft
16 Lancaster Rd, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,000,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths2,686 sq ft
34 Converse Ave, Newton, MA 02458

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Market trends in 02460, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.1%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$64K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

3 days MoM

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$2,799,000
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Sale history for 172 Kirkstall Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71957799

Apr 19, 2016

Sold

$1,400,000

$509/sq ft

Feb 13, 2016

Pending

—

Feb 10, 2016

Listed

$1,365,000

$496/sq ft

MLS PIN #71513758

Jun 28, 2013

Sold

$1,170,000

$425/sq ft

May 18, 2013

Contingent

—

May 17, 2013

Relisted

—

May 6, 2013

Contingent

—

May 3, 2013

Price Changed

$1,150,000

$418/sq ft

Apr 24, 2013

Listed

$1,250,000

$455/sq ft

+11

This lovely CE colonial is located on one of Newton's best streets. Well maintained sun-filled rooms with great floor plan, master plus 3 large bedrooms. There is an inviting family room off the kitchen, breakfast room with slider to a deck, a three- season sunroom, wood paneled pool room with a pool table included, and a spacious level backyard. Walk to Cabot School, Newton North, library, Bulloughs Pond, houses of worship, commuter rail and T.

MLS PIN #30260058

Nov 17, 1998

Sold

$495,000

$180/sq ft

Sep 24, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Sep 18, 1998

Listed

$489,000

$178/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,147 (+3.8%)

$1,418,000 + $661,200

$2,079,200

2025

$19,406 (+3.4%)

$1,350,500 + $629,700

$1,980,200

2024

$18,764 (+5.3%)

$1,311,200 + $611,300

$1,922,500

2023

$17,826 (+4.5%)

$1,002,500 + $748,600

$1,751,100

2022

$17,057 (+3.6%)

$928,200 + $693,200

$1,621,400

2021

$16,458 (+3.1%)

$875,700 + $653,900

$1,529,600

2020

$15,969 (+2.9%)

$875,700 + $653,900

$1,529,600

2019

$15,518 (+4.9%)

$850,200 + $634,800

$1,485,000

2018

$14,789 (+3.4%)

$767,000 + $599,800

$1,366,800

2017

$14,303 (+4.6%)

$723,600 + $562,600

$1,286,200

2016

$13,680 (+4.9%)

$676,300 + $525,800

$1,202,100

2015

$13,044 (+29.9%)

$633,100 + $490,400

$1,123,500

2014

$10,045 (+5.5%)

$527,100 + $301,700

$828,800

2013

$9,523 (+2.9%)

$527,100 + $301,700

$828,800

2012

$9,258 (+3.5%)

$527,100 + $301,700

$828,800

2011

$8,945 (+2.6%)

$530,500 + $290,100

$820,600

2010

$8,716 (+2.4%)

$541,300 + $296,000

$837,300

2009

$8,510

$552,300 + $302,100

$854,400

Tax history for 172 Kirkstall Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,147 (+3.8%)

$1,418,000 + $661,200

$2,079,200

2025

$19,406 (+3.4%)

$1,350,500 + $629,700

$1,980,200

2024

$18,764 (+5.3%)

$1,311,200 + $611,300

$1,922,500

2023

$17,826 (+4.5%)

$1,002,500 + $748,600

$1,751,100

2022

$17,057 (+3.6%)

$928,200 + $693,200

$1,621,400

2021

$16,458 (+3.1%)

$875,700 + $653,900

$1,529,600

2020

$15,969 (+2.9%)

$875,700 + $653,900

$1,529,600

2019

$15,518 (+4.9%)

$850,200 + $634,800

$1,485,000

2018

$14,789 (+3.4%)

$767,000 + $599,800

$1,366,800

2017

$14,303 (+4.6%)

$723,600 + $562,600

$1,286,200

2016

$13,680 (+4.9%)

$676,300 + $525,800

$1,202,100

2015

$13,044 (+29.9%)

$633,100 + $490,400

$1,123,500

2014

$10,045 (+5.5%)

$527,100 + $301,700

$828,800

2013

$9,523 (+2.9%)

$527,100 + $301,700

$828,800

2012

$9,258 (+3.5%)

$527,100 + $301,700

$828,800

2011

$8,945 (+2.6%)

$530,500 + $290,100

$820,600

2010

$8,716 (+2.4%)

$541,300 + $296,000

$837,300

2009

$8,510

$552,300 + $302,100

$854,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,583 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,750

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2215084S

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 338
Length: 26
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 18
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Area: 216
Length: 18
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Office Room Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Sun Room, Office, Game Room, Foyer, Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,750
Foundation Area: 99,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: white
Lead Paint: Certified Treated

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,044
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Walnut Street to Kirkstall Road
UnparsedAddress: 172 Kirkstall Rd, Newton MA 02460

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,750
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2215084S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Cabot Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

F A Day Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 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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$2.10M – $2.54M

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178 Kirkstall Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2158 Sq. Ft.	$1,760,825
145 Kirkstall Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2905 Sq. Ft.	$1,978,328

Address	Redfin Estimate
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