Set on estate-like grounds with gardens, deck and neighborhood park, an exquisite renovation of this French country-style residence used non-toxic, environmentally-friendly construction and upgrades to combine old world charm with modern elegance and energy efficiency. Main level opens to living room with fireplace, dining room and office. Spacious and spectacular chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances abuts great room with vaulted ceiling and radiant heat. Second floor, with ERV line provides pre-conditioned fresh outdoor air, has primary bedroom suite with spa-like bath and custom closets; two en-suite bedrooms; and laundry room. Third floor has two bedrooms and full bath. Expansive lower level has a play/lounge/art area, exercise, wine room, and access to the two-car garage with electric charging stations. Roof solar panels and 3-unit geothermal system with automated back-up gas capability, provide for sustainability and low electric/gas expense. Close to schools and shops.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$540Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Debby Belt• Hammond Residential Real Estate
ELEGANT FRENCH COUNTRY HOME W/APPROXIMATELY 4500 SQ.FT. OF LIVING SPACE.WONDERFUL BLEND OF OLD AND NEW. MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY KITCHEN,EXTRAORDINARY FAMILY RM. "A SHOW HOUSE"
MLS PIN #50376927
Jul 16, 1997
Sold
$935,000
$168/sq ft
Jun 16, 1997
Listing Removed
—
May 22, 1997
Listed
$995,000
$178/sq ft
ELEGANT FRENCH COUNTRY HOME WITH LARGE TWO STORY ADD- ITION OF FAMILY ROOM & MASTER SUITE. APPROX. 4,500 SQ.FT. OF LIVING SPACE. WONDERFUL BLEND OF OLD & NEW. EXQUISITE KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTER TOPS - LEADS OUT TO WRAP-AROUND
MLS PIN #50322199
Nov 26, 1996
Sold
$534,000
$96/sq ft
Jul 31, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Mar 22, 1996
Listed
$549,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$26,144 (+3.8%)
$1,253,100 + $1,444,900
$2,698,000
2025
$25,181 (+3.4%)
$1,193,400 + $1,376,100
$2,569,500
2024
$24,348 (+2.7%)
$1,158,600 + $1,336,100
$2,494,700
2023
$23,715 (+4.5%)
$911,700 + $1,417,900
$2,329,600
2022
$22,692 (+3.6%)
$844,200 + $1,312,800
$2,157,000
2021
$21,896 (+3.1%)
$796,400 + $1,238,500
$2,034,900
2020
$21,244 (+2.9%)
$796,400 + $1,238,500
$2,034,900
2019
$20,645 (+1.6%)
$773,200 + $1,202,400
$1,975,600
2018
$20,326 (+4.3%)
$701,500 + $1,177,100
$1,878,600
2017
$19,480 (+4.6%)
$661,800 + $1,090,000
$1,751,800
2016
$18,631 (+4.9%)
$618,500 + $1,018,700
$1,637,200
2015
$17,764 (−0.5%)
$578,000 + $952,100
$1,530,100
2014
$17,859 (+5.5%)
$534,200 + $939,300
$1,473,500
2013
$16,931 (+2.9%)
$534,200 + $939,300
$1,473,500
2012
$16,459 (+2.7%)
$534,200 + $939,300
$1,473,500
2011
$16,023 (+2.6%)
$535,100 + $934,900
$1,470,000
2010
$15,615 (+2.4%)
$546,000 + $954,000
$1,500,000
2009
$15,245
$557,100 + $973,500
$1,530,600
Tax history for 20 Meadowbrook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$26,144 (+3.8%)
$1,253,100 + $1,444,900
$2,698,000
2025
$25,181 (+3.4%)
$1,193,400 + $1,376,100
$2,569,500
2024
$24,348 (+2.7%)
$1,158,600 + $1,336,100
$2,494,700
2023
$23,715 (+4.5%)
$911,700 + $1,417,900
$2,329,600
2022
$22,692 (+3.6%)
$844,200 + $1,312,800
$2,157,000
2021
$21,896 (+3.1%)
$796,400 + $1,238,500
$2,034,900
2020
$21,244 (+2.9%)
$796,400 + $1,238,500
$2,034,900
2019
$20,645 (+1.6%)
$773,200 + $1,202,400
$1,975,600
2018
$20,326 (+4.3%)
$701,500 + $1,177,100
$1,878,600
2017
$19,480 (+4.6%)
$661,800 + $1,090,000
$1,751,800
2016
$18,631 (+4.9%)
$618,500 + $1,018,700
$1,637,200
2015
$17,764 (−0.5%)
$578,000 + $952,100
$1,530,100
2014
$17,859 (+5.5%)
$534,200 + $939,300
$1,473,500
2013
$16,931 (+2.9%)
$534,200 + $939,300
$1,473,500
2012
$16,459 (+2.7%)
$534,200 + $939,300
$1,473,500
2011
$16,023 (+2.6%)
$535,100 + $934,900
$1,470,000
2010
$15,615 (+2.4%)
$546,000 + $954,000
$1,500,000
2009
$15,245
$557,100 + $973,500
$1,530,600
*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
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,090
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
212929S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Game Room, Exercise Room, Solar Tube(s), Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,575
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: White
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Solar Shingles
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden, Lighting, ET Irrigation Controller
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Green Water Conservation: ET Irrigation Controller
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,244.36
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Geothermal, Active Solar, Solar
Cooling: Central Air, Active Solar, Geothermal
Location
Location Information
Directions: Dedham Street to Meadowbrook Road Across from Charles River Country Club
UnparsedAddress: 20 Meadowbrook Road, 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, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,090
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 212929S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
Exclusions: Third Floor Bedroom Light Fixture. Dining Room Sconces.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Memorial Spaulding Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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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