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Off market jan 2018 for $3.4M

$4,526,704

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $10,638/mo

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7,360

sq ft

20 Exeter St, Newton, MA 02465

About this home

This stunning Victorian was comprehensively renovated & expanded in 2010 by a renowned builder with numerous improvements since,and is in an absolutely prime West Newton Hill location. The foyer leads to spacious living & dining rooms, both with bay windows. At the rear of the house is the spectacular great room, offering an amazing oversize kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, and bright breakfast & family rooms w/walls of sliders to the patio & yard. This level also has a study, 2 powder rooms & mudroom. The 2nd level has the fabulous master suite w/fireplace, private balcony, outfitted dressing room and luxurious master bath, along with 3 more beds w/en suite baths & laundry w/double machines. Recently refinished, the 3rd level offers private guest space with a lounge w/sitting area & kitchenette, bed & stunning full bath. Finished lower level has large playroom & well-appointed man cave w/full bath, office, media room and bar w/humidor & ventilation system. 2010-built garage

Single-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

0.34 acresLot Size

$615Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Matt Montgomery Group • Compass

Bought with Jayne Friedberg • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline

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•Source:MLS PIN #72224010

Redfin Estimate

$4,526,704

$1.1M since sold in January 2018$16K since September

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$4,500,000
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$4,200,000
B
5 beds5.5 baths4,848 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$3,180,000
C
6 beds5.5 baths6,478 sq ft
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SOLD APR 24, 2026
$3,210,000
D
5 beds4 baths4,445 sq ft
26 Sewall St, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$3,125,000
E
5 beds5.5 baths5,280 sq ft
94 Highland St, Newton, MA 02465

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Market trends in 02465, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.5%

1.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 20 Exeter St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72224010

Jan 8, 2018

Sold

$3,400,000

$462/sq ft

Nov 8, 2017

Pending

—

Sep 6, 2017

Listed

$3,795,000

$516/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 10, 2010

Sold

$1,350,000

$183/sq ft

MLS PIN #71068565

Aug 10, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Aug 10, 2010

Sold

$1,350,000

$183/sq ft

Apr 25, 2010

Contingent

—

Apr 21, 2010

Listed

$1,399,000

$190/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 1, 1982

Sold

$40,000

$5/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$45,251 (+3.8%)

$1,367,600 + $3,302,300

$4,669,900

2025

$43,586 (+3.4%)

$1,302,500 + $3,145,000

$4,447,500

2024

$42,144 (+3.1%)

$1,264,600 + $3,053,400

$4,318,000

2023

$40,874 (+4.5%)

$986,000 + $3,029,100

$4,015,100

2022

$39,110 (+3.6%)

$913,000 + $2,804,700

$3,717,700

2021

$37,739 (+3.1%)

$861,300 + $2,646,000

$3,507,300

2020

$36,616 (+2.9%)

$861,300 + $2,646,000

$3,507,300

2019

$35,583 (−14.8%)

$836,200 + $2,568,900

$3,405,100

2018

$41,740 (+3.1%)

$907,400 + $2,950,300

$3,857,700

2017

$40,469 (+4.6%)

$856,000 + $2,783,300

$3,639,300

2016

$38,706 (+11.1%)

$800,000 + $2,601,200

$3,401,200

2015

$34,829 (+45.8%)

$747,700 + $2,252,200

$2,999,900

2014

$23,896 (+5.5%)

$571,000 + $1,400,600

$1,971,600

2013

$22,654 (+53.8%)

$571,000 + $1,400,600

$1,971,600

2012

$14,730 (+70.7%)

$571,000 + $747,700

$1,318,700

2011

$8,631 (+2.6%)

$569,000 + $222,800

$791,800

2010

$8,411 (+2.4%)

$580,600 + $227,400

$808,000

2009

$8,212

$592,400 + $232,100

$824,500

Tax history for 20 Exeter St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$45,251 (+3.8%)

$1,367,600 + $3,302,300

$4,669,900

2025

$43,586 (+3.4%)

$1,302,500 + $3,145,000

$4,447,500

2024

$42,144 (+3.1%)

$1,264,600 + $3,053,400

$4,318,000

2023

$40,874 (+4.5%)

$986,000 + $3,029,100

$4,015,100

2022

$39,110 (+3.6%)

$913,000 + $2,804,700

$3,717,700

2021

$37,739 (+3.1%)

$861,300 + $2,646,000

$3,507,300

2020

$36,616 (+2.9%)

$861,300 + $2,646,000

$3,507,300

2019

$35,583 (−14.8%)

$836,200 + $2,568,900

$3,405,100

2018

$41,740 (+3.1%)

$907,400 + $2,950,300

$3,857,700

2017

$40,469 (+4.6%)

$856,000 + $2,783,300

$3,639,300

2016

$38,706 (+11.1%)

$800,000 + $2,601,200

$3,401,200

2015

$34,829 (+45.8%)

$747,700 + $2,252,200

$2,999,900

2014

$23,896 (+5.5%)

$571,000 + $1,400,600

$1,971,600

2013

$22,654 (+53.8%)

$571,000 + $1,400,600

$1,971,600

2012

$14,730 (+70.7%)

$571,000 + $747,700

$1,318,700

2011

$8,631 (+2.6%)

$569,000 + $222,800

$791,800

2010

$8,411 (+2.4%)

$580,600 + $227,400

$808,000

2009

$8,212

$592,400 + $232,100

$824,500

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.34 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,104

Year built

1890

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2458442S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 342
Length: 18
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Exterior,Dressing Room

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 176
Length: 11
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 312
Length: 12
Width: 26
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 6
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity

Living Room Information
Area: 256
Length: 16
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 380
Length: 19
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Slider

Dining Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 14
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Area: 495
Length: 33
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Second Dishwasher,Wine Chiller

Office Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet - Linen, Laundry Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 16
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet Bar, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Loft, Media Room, Play Room, Office, Bathroom, Study, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 7,360
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.34

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $38,705.66
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: On Exeter between Comm Ave and Berkeley St
UnparsedAddress: 20 Exeter Street, Newton MA 02465

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,104
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2458442S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Attached Feature Sheet For Exlcusions.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Peirce Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

F A Day Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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

52% 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 • 02465

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$4.30M – $5.21M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
19 Exeter St, Newton, MA 7 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5580 Sq. Ft.	$4,295,604
46 Exeter St, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 8000 Sq. Ft.	$5,953,922

Address	Redfin Estimate
29 Exeter St, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5126 Sq. Ft.	$3,880,096
34 Exeter St, Newton, MA 7 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5780 Sq. Ft.	$4,728,022

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Exeter St, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 6081 Sq. Ft.	$4,625,280
14 Exeter St, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4543 Sq. Ft.	$3,292,805

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