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Off market jul 2012 for $1.2M

$2,478,648

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,505/mo

•

3,120

sq ft

175 Ward St, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Distinctive and exquisitely renovated antique Newton colonial home w/generously proportioned & abundant period detail. Inviting architecture of 4/5 bedrooms, 3 baths & 6 period fireplaces w/1st floor den & attached sun room, spacious open eat-in-kitchen, oversized cathedral ceiling & skylight family room w/private aupair suite connected via a sun filled breezeway. Intimate bluestone patios & stonewalled gardens w/multiple interior accesses. Ideally located between Newton Center & Boston College.

Single-familyProperty Type

1795Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$794Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Karen Nickel • Hammond Residential R. E.

Bought with Tamar Harrison • Hammond Residential R. E.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71376875

Redfin Estimate

$2,478,648

$1.2M since sold in July 2012$62K since September

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.5%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$221K MoM

Avg. days on market

36d

10 days MoM

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Sale history for 175 Ward St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71376875

Jul 27, 2012

Sold

$1,275,000

$409/sq ft

Jun 7, 2012

Contingent

—

May 2, 2012

Listed

$1,295,000

$415/sq ft

MLS PIN #70571655

Aug 9, 2007

Sold

$1,140,000

$365/sq ft

Jun 19, 2007

Listing Removed

—

May 4, 2007

Listed

$1,179,000

$378/sq ft

Rare find in Newton. Beautiful antique colonial home has many period details and recent updates. 5bd 3full ba, a huge fam rm with skylts & cathdrl ceil, plus bright solarium ov'lkg a beaut planted yrd, bluestone patios, and stonewlls. This home also has a fireplaced study that opens to private screened porch and ov'lks perennial gardens. Seperate entrance, opportunity for office or in-law apt. Bright wndws, maple flrs, and an elegant fireplace dining room. One of a kind home in move in cond!!!

Public Records

Nov 1, 1988

Sold

$530,000

$170/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,400 (+3.8%)

$1,786,900 + $421,600

$2,208,500

2025

$20,612 (+3.4%)

$1,701,800 + $401,500

$2,103,300

2024

$19,930 (+6.2%)

$1,652,200 + $389,800

$2,042,000

2023

$18,759 (+4.5%)

$1,272,800 + $569,900

$1,842,700

2022

$17,949 (+3.6%)

$1,178,500 + $527,700

$1,706,200

2021

$17,319 (+3.1%)

$1,111,800 + $497,800

$1,609,600

2020

$16,804 (+2.9%)

$1,111,800 + $497,800

$1,609,600

2019

$16,330 (+3.5%)

$1,079,400 + $483,300

$1,562,700

2018

$15,773 (+3.1%)

$983,500 + $474,300

$1,457,800

2017

$15,293 (+4.6%)

$927,800 + $447,500

$1,375,300

2016

$14,627 (+4.9%)

$867,100 + $418,200

$1,285,300

2015

$13,946 (+0.8%)

$810,400 + $390,800

$1,201,200

2014

$13,834 (+5.5%)

$743,200 + $398,200

$1,141,400

2013

$13,115 (+5.8%)

$743,200 + $398,200

$1,141,400

2012

$12,394 (+5.4%)

$743,200 + $366,400

$1,109,600

2011

$11,759 (+2.6%)

$744,400 + $334,400

$1,078,800

2010

$11,459 (+2.4%)

$759,600 + $341,200

$1,100,800

2009

$11,188

$775,100 + $348,200

$1,123,300

Tax history for 175 Ward St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,400 (+3.8%)

$1,786,900 + $421,600

$2,208,500

2025

$20,612 (+3.4%)

$1,701,800 + $401,500

$2,103,300

2024

$19,930 (+6.2%)

$1,652,200 + $389,800

$2,042,000

2023

$18,759 (+4.5%)

$1,272,800 + $569,900

$1,842,700

2022

$17,949 (+3.6%)

$1,178,500 + $527,700

$1,706,200

2021

$17,319 (+3.1%)

$1,111,800 + $497,800

$1,609,600

2020

$16,804 (+2.9%)

$1,111,800 + $497,800

$1,609,600

2019

$16,330 (+3.5%)

$1,079,400 + $483,300

$1,562,700

2018

$15,773 (+3.1%)

$983,500 + $474,300

$1,457,800

2017

$15,293 (+4.6%)

$927,800 + $447,500

$1,375,300

2016

$14,627 (+4.9%)

$867,100 + $418,200

$1,285,300

2015

$13,946 (+0.8%)

$810,400 + $390,800

$1,201,200

2014

$13,834 (+5.5%)

$743,200 + $398,200

$1,141,400

2013

$13,115 (+5.8%)

$743,200 + $398,200

$1,141,400

2012

$12,394 (+5.4%)

$743,200 + $366,400

$1,109,600

2011

$11,759 (+2.6%)

$744,400 + $334,400

$1,078,800

2010

$11,459 (+2.4%)

$759,600 + $341,200

$1,100,800

2009

$11,188

$775,100 + $348,200

$1,123,300

*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

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,000

Year built

1800

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1564272S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 176
Length: 16
Width: 11
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded,Low Flow Toilet,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Steam / Sauna

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded,Low Flow Toilet,Cabinets - Upgraded,Laundry Chute,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Living Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 323
Length: 19
Width: 17
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Concrete

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 6
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,120
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: yelllow

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Garden

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Wooded, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,394
Tax Year: 2012

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Waverly
UnparsedAddress: 175 Ward St, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,000
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1564272S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: None
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Ward Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

8/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

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

7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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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$2.36M – $2.85M

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Data from public records.

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164 Ward Street, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3600 Sq. Ft.	$2,913,930
171 Ward Street #171, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1890 Sq. Ft.	$1,250,999

Address	Redfin Estimate
159 Ward Street, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5152 Sq. Ft.	$2,767,482
183 Ward Street, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2905 Sq. Ft.	$2,113,414

Address	Redfin Estimate
171 Ward Street #169, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1720 Sq. Ft.	$907,611
193 Ward Street, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3337 Sq. Ft.	$2,415,411

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