Exquisite Signature Property in Newton Centre: Where Timeless Elegance Meets Contemporary Living. Meticulously maintained 4BR Colonial seamlessly blends period details with modern amenities. Recently Renovated & Enhanced with Every Comfort & Convenience. 2023 Gourmet Chef's kitchen boasts high-end cabinets, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, center island & SS appliances, including a Wolf Range & Bosch dishwasher. In 2024, a new addition added a two-story mudroom with separate entrance, laundry/bath & ample storage. Formal Fireplace Living Room & Dining Room feature crown molding & built-ins, ideal for gatherings. Step outside to enjoy the private screened-in porch or entertain in the secluded fenced yard & patio. Recent upgrades: 2023 Marvin windows, 2023 electrical, 2021 HVAC & Full Lead Abatement with certification. Located in Premier Newton Centre, steps from the Green Line, shops, restaurants, parks & schools. Offers due 3/18 at 12 noon.
Single-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
7,607 sq ftLot Size
$930Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Kouri Team• Keller Williams Realty Boston South West
Bought with The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Beautifully maintained and pristine 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial in prime Newton Centre location. Spacious front foyer opens to living room with fireplace and custom built-ins. Dining room with corner built-in, kitchen with maple cabinets, granite counters, newer appliances. Breakfast room off kitchen can also be a family room. Second floor master bedroom with custom built armoire and master bath, 2 additional family bedrooms and recently renovated family bath. Third floor, with bath, Is ideal for au pair suite, secluded office, or private get away sitting room. Beautiful and tranquil yard with bluestone patio, wall, walkway, steps and lush landscaping (2019). One car garage. Many recent updates and improvements, new roof and gutters (2015). Located just a few blocks from Newton Centre and all it offers; Green line T stop, shops, restaurants, parks, schools, Webster Woods conservation land.
Public Records
Aug 9, 2002
Sold
$800,000
$343/sq ft
MLS PIN #30310936
Jul 1, 1999
Sold
$545,000
$234/sq ft
Apr 20, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Apr 16, 1999
Listed
$545,000
$234/sq ft
CLASSICALLY DESIGNED AND METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED COLONIAL. BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED 90'S KITCHEN, GRANITE COUNTERS,WOOD FLOORS, LOVELY SCRND PORCH. NICE SIZE MASTER, FINISHED BEDRM & BATH ON 3RD FLR. FABULOUS LOCATION.
MLS PIN #50381612
Feb 18, 1998
Sold
$485,000
$208/sq ft
Aug 26, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jul 23, 1997
Listed
$499,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 17, 1992
Sold
$242,000
$104/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,561 (+14.2%)
$1,122,100 + $896,600
$2,018,700
2025
$17,128 (+12.2%)
$971,600 + $776,200
$1,747,800
2024
$15,271 (+4.4%)
$943,300 + $621,400
$1,564,700
2023
$14,627 (+5.5%)
$718,000 + $718,800
$1,436,800
2022
$13,867 (+19.7%)
$664,800 + $653,400
$1,318,200
2021
$11,587 (+3.1%)
$627,200 + $449,700
$1,076,900
2020
$11,243 (+2.9%)
$627,200 + $449,700
$1,076,900
2019
$10,925 (+5.4%)
$608,900 + $436,600
$1,045,500
2018
$10,367 (+3.1%)
$549,400 + $408,700
$958,100
2017
$10,051 (+4.5%)
$518,300 + $385,600
$903,900
2016
$9,614 (+4.9%)
$484,400 + $360,400
$844,800
2015
$9,166 (+0.8%)
$452,700 + $336,800
$789,500
2014
$9,094 (+1.9%)
$415,000 + $335,300
$750,300
2013
$8,923 (+2.9%)
$415,000 + $361,600
$776,600
2012
$8,675 (+3.5%)
$415,000 + $361,600
$776,600
2011
$8,381 (+2.6%)
$416,800 + $352,100
$768,900
2010
$8,168 (+2.4%)
$425,300 + $359,300
$784,600
2009
$7,974
$434,000 + $366,600
$800,600
Tax history for 20 Glen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,561 (+14.2%)
$1,122,100 + $896,600
$2,018,700
2025
$17,128 (+12.2%)
$971,600 + $776,200
$1,747,800
2024
$15,271 (+4.4%)
$943,300 + $621,400
$1,564,700
2023
$14,627 (+5.5%)
$718,000 + $718,800
$1,436,800
2022
$13,867 (+19.7%)
$664,800 + $653,400
$1,318,200
2021
$11,587 (+3.1%)
$627,200 + $449,700
$1,076,900
2020
$11,243 (+2.9%)
$627,200 + $449,700
$1,076,900
2019
$10,925 (+5.4%)
$608,900 + $436,600
$1,045,500
2018
$10,367 (+3.1%)
$549,400 + $408,700
$958,100
2017
$10,051 (+4.5%)
$518,300 + $385,600
$903,900
2016
$9,614 (+4.9%)
$484,400 + $360,400
$844,800
2015
$9,166 (+0.8%)
$452,700 + $336,800
$789,500
2014
$9,094 (+1.9%)
$415,000 + $335,300
$750,300
2013
$8,923 (+2.9%)
$415,000 + $361,600
$776,600
2012
$8,675 (+3.5%)
$415,000 + $361,600
$776,600
2011
$8,381 (+2.6%)
$416,800 + $352,100
$768,900
2010
$8,168 (+2.4%)
$425,300 + $359,300
$784,600
2009
$7,974
$434,000 + $366,600
$800,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,104
Year built
1914
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1710378S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
Mar 27, 2025 • Final
Building permit - application
Add non-structural framing and drywall to half of the basement. No ceiling or heating work is included.
Remodel
Jan 26, 2023 • Final
Electrical permit application
Upgrade the electrical service from 100 amps to 200 amps.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Beacon Street turn right to Langley Road to Glen Avenue to Glen Road
UnparsedAddress: 20 Glen Road, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,104
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1710378S
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Attached Inclusion/Exclusion List
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Bowen
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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