OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2016 for $1.4M

$2,286,783

•

2,764

sq ft

197 Countryside Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Serenity and privacy await you in this wonderful Colonial, on more than half an acre of lush, level, private grounds abutting the Charles River Country Club golf course. This is the last home at the end of the cul-de-sac on Countryside Road. Four bedrooms, two and one-half baths and built in 1979, this home is in an unsurpassed location on one of the most beautiful streets in Newton. With a sensible layout that includes cathedral ceilings in the family room, a spacious kitchen adjacent to the dining room and the sprawling backyard, this house boasts recent updates that include replacement windows throughout, entryway columns gracing the front foyer, and marble fireplace surround. Two large decks accessible from sliders in the family room, and also the kitchen, provide a comfortable environment for outdoor entertaining. Generous closets, plenty of extra storage in the basement, and direct-entry two-car garage. Central air. High ceilings in basement allow for possible future finish work.

Single-familyProperty Type

1979Year Built

0.59 acresLot Size

$827Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Brenda van der Merwe • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Brenda van der Merwe • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72064695

Redfin Estimate

$2,286,783

$872K since sold in November 2016$139K since July

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This home's estimate is 24.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.83M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,660,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,616 sq ft
62 Lovett Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$2,250,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,510 sq ft
51 Marcellus Dr, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD DEC 22, 2025
$1,740,000
C
4 beds2 baths3,425 sq ft
36 Cannon St, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD BY REDFIN JUL 2, 2026
$2,096,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,189 sq ft
59 Deborah Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD MAY 2, 2026
$1,695,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,925 sq ft
5 Wiswall Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,553,180
F
4 beds3 baths3,088 sq ft
84 Cynthia Rd, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.9%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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16 MoM

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$2,998,000
5 beds4.5 baths4,000 sq ft
9 Morseland Ave, Newton, MA 02459
$3,190,000
6 beds6.5 baths6,500 sq ft
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Sale history for 197 Countryside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,081 (+7.1%)

$1,690,600 + $484,900

$2,175,500

2025

$19,684 (+3.4%)

$1,216,100 + $792,500

$2,008,600

2024

$19,033 (+5.2%)

$1,180,700 + $769,400

$1,950,100

2023

$18,097 (+4.5%)

$935,100 + $842,600

$1,777,700

2022

$17,316 (+3.6%)

$865,800 + $780,200

$1,646,000

2021

$16,708 (+3.1%)

$816,800 + $736,000

$1,552,800

2020

$16,211 (+2.9%)

$816,800 + $736,000

$1,552,800

2019

$15,754 (+4.0%)

$793,000 + $714,600

$1,507,600

2018

$15,145 (+3.1%)

$706,200 + $693,500

$1,399,700

2017

$14,684 (+4.6%)

$666,200 + $654,300

$1,320,500

2016

$14,044 (+4.9%)

$622,600 + $611,500

$1,234,100

2015

$13,391

$581,900 + $571,500

$1,153,400

2014

$13,396 (+5.5%)

$537,200 + $568,100

$1,105,300

2013

$12,700 (+2.9%)

$537,200 + $568,100

$1,105,300

2012

$12,346 (+2.7%)

$537,200 + $568,100

$1,105,300

2011

$12,023 (+2.6%)

$533,000 + $570,000

$1,103,000

2010

$11,716 (+2.4%)

$543,900 + $581,600

$1,125,500

2009

$11,439

$555,000 + $593,500

$1,148,500

Tax history for 197 Countryside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,081 (+7.1%)

$1,690,600 + $484,900

$2,175,500

2025

$19,684 (+3.4%)

$1,216,100 + $792,500

$2,008,600

2024

$19,033 (+5.2%)

$1,180,700 + $769,400

$1,950,100

2023

$18,097 (+4.5%)

$935,100 + $842,600

$1,777,700

2022

$17,316 (+3.6%)

$865,800 + $780,200

$1,646,000

2021

$16,708 (+3.1%)

$816,800 + $736,000

$1,552,800

2020

$16,211 (+2.9%)

$816,800 + $736,000

$1,552,800

2019

$15,754 (+4.0%)

$793,000 + $714,600

$1,507,600

2018

$15,145 (+3.1%)

$706,200 + $693,500

$1,399,700

2017

$14,684 (+4.6%)

$666,200 + $654,300

$1,320,500

2016

$14,044 (+4.9%)

$622,600 + $611,500

$1,234,100

2015

$13,391

$581,900 + $571,500

$1,153,400

2014

$13,396 (+5.5%)

$537,200 + $568,100

$1,105,300

2013

$12,700 (+2.9%)

$537,200 + $568,100

$1,105,300

2012

$12,346 (+2.7%)

$537,200 + $568,100

$1,105,300

2011

$12,023 (+2.6%)

$533,000 + $570,000

$1,103,000

2010

$11,716 (+2.4%)

$543,900 + $581,600

$1,125,500

2009

$11,439

$555,000 + $593,500

$1,148,500

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.98 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,364

Year built

1979

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1615103S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 340
Length: 20
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 42
Length: 6
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 72
Length: 6
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 35
Length: 5
Width: 7
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 12
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Family Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 16
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 264
Length: 12
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Balcony / Deck,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 6X7
Laundry Features: 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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Linen, Entrance Foyer, Sitting Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,764
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Cream
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.59
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,044
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan

Location

Location Information
Directions: Dedham Street to Countryside Road, all the way to the end of the street at the cul-de-sac
UnparsedAddress: 197 Countryside Road, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Golf, Private School, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,364
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1615103S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Personal Belongings And Furniture.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Countryside Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% 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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Newton, MA • 02459

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Estimated sale price

$2.17M – $2.63M

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Home values near 197 Countryside Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
141 Countryside Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3982 Sq. Ft.	$2,611,569
170 Countryside Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4304 Sq. Ft.	$2,994,726

Address	Redfin Estimate
159 Countryside Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4996 Sq. Ft.	$3,236,926
150 Countryside Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3839 Sq. Ft.	$2,977,965

Address	Redfin Estimate
185 Countryside Road, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 9 Baths \| 7103 Sq. Ft.	$5,988,472
140 Countryside Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4519 Sq. Ft.	$4,150,392

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