Stunning custom-built, Contemporary single-family home designed for ultimate tranquility and luxury. This exquisite 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom property features 2 in-home offices and 3-car garage parking, seamlessly blending modern architecture with Zen-inspired elements, to create a serene living experience. An elegant indoor waterfall graces the foyer leading to the open-concept living spaces with expansive windows that bring in natural light and offer breathtaking views of the meticulously designed Asian garden. The stunning chef’s kitchen offers high-end appliances, dining Island, and sleek finishes. The luxurious Primary Suite offers a spa-like bathroom, garden views, attached office, and two walk-in closets. Three additional bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom, complete the second floor. Full basement is framed for finishing. The backyard with three cascading waterfalls is a true retreat, perfect for meditation or entertaining.
BRIGHT & SPACIOUS MULTI-LEVEL WITH SPARKLING CURB APPEAL ON DESIRABLE CUL-DE-SAC. VERY, VERY CONVENIENT TO ALL SCHOOLS: SPAULDING, BROWN, NEWTON SOUTH. GREAT HOUSE, GREAT VALUE. SEE LISTERS RE CLOSING & EXCLU- SIONS. CATHERINE @ 237-4043,
MLS PIN #50292696
Jul 31, 1995
Sold
$365,000
$84/sq ft
Jun 28, 1995
Listing Removed
—
May 12, 1995
Listed
$395,900
$91/sq ft
BRIGHT & SPACIOUS MULTI-LEVEL W/ SPARKLING CURB APPEAL ON DESIRABLE CUL-DE-SAC. VERY, VERY CONVENIENT TO ALL SCHOOLS; SPAULDING, BROWN, NEWTON SOUTH. GREAT HOUSE, GREAT VALUE. CATHERINE @ 237-4043 - GEORGE @ 235-4099 SEE LISTERS RE
Public Records
Jun 1, 1983
Sold
$138,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,108 (+3.8%)
$1,162,400 + $1,428,700
$2,591,100
2025
$24,183 (+3.4%)
$1,107,000 + $1,360,700
$2,467,700
2024
$23,383 (+2.5%)
$1,074,800 + $1,321,000
$2,395,800
2023
$22,818 (+4.5%)
$837,200 + $1,404,300
$2,241,500
2022
$21,834 (+3.6%)
$775,200 + $1,300,300
$2,075,500
2021
$21,068 (+3.1%)
$731,300 + $1,226,700
$1,958,000
2020
$20,442 (−1.1%)
$731,300 + $1,226,700
$1,958,000
2019
$20,669 (+3.8%)
$710,000 + $1,267,900
$1,977,900
2018
$19,917 (+3.1%)
$588,400 + $1,252,400
$1,840,800
2017
$19,311 (+4.6%)
$555,100 + $1,181,500
$1,736,600
2016
$18,470 (−2.5%)
$518,800 + $1,104,200
$1,623,000
2015
$18,941 (−0.5%)
$611,000 + $1,020,400
$1,631,400
2014
$19,034 (+5.5%)
$563,800 + $1,006,700
$1,570,500
2013
$18,045 (+2.9%)
$563,800 + $1,006,700
$1,570,500
2012
$17,542 (+2.7%)
$563,800 + $1,006,700
$1,570,500
2011
$17,079 (+2.6%)
$562,000 + $1,004,900
$1,566,900
2010
$16,645 (+2.4%)
$573,500 + $1,025,400
$1,598,900
2009
$16,250
$585,200 + $1,046,300
$1,631,500
Tax history for 20 Cottonwood
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,108 (+3.8%)
$1,162,400 + $1,428,700
$2,591,100
2025
$24,183 (+3.4%)
$1,107,000 + $1,360,700
$2,467,700
2024
$23,383 (+2.5%)
$1,074,800 + $1,321,000
$2,395,800
2023
$22,818 (+4.5%)
$837,200 + $1,404,300
$2,241,500
2022
$21,834 (+3.6%)
$775,200 + $1,300,300
$2,075,500
2021
$21,068 (+3.1%)
$731,300 + $1,226,700
$1,958,000
2020
$20,442 (−1.1%)
$731,300 + $1,226,700
$1,958,000
2019
$20,669 (+3.8%)
$710,000 + $1,267,900
$1,977,900
2018
$19,917 (+3.1%)
$588,400 + $1,252,400
$1,840,800
2017
$19,311 (+4.6%)
$555,100 + $1,181,500
$1,736,600
2016
$18,470 (−2.5%)
$518,800 + $1,104,200
$1,623,000
2015
$18,941 (−0.5%)
$611,000 + $1,020,400
$1,631,400
2014
$19,034 (+5.5%)
$563,800 + $1,006,700
$1,570,500
2013
$18,045 (+2.9%)
$563,800 + $1,006,700
$1,570,500
2012
$17,542 (+2.7%)
$563,800 + $1,006,700
$1,570,500
2011
$17,079 (+2.6%)
$562,000 + $1,004,900
$1,566,900
2010
$16,645 (+2.4%)
$573,500 + $1,025,400
$1,598,900
2009
$16,250
$585,200 + $1,046,300
$1,631,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,340
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3746639S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #5 Information
Level: First
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Marble, Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom, Bonus Room, Bedroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,340
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white
Lead Paint: None
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.49
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,183
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Please use GPS
UnparsedAddress: 20 Cottonwood, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,340
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3746639S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
Exclusions: Window Treatments In Family Room, Outdoor Statues
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Memorial Spaulding Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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