Impressive curb appeal defines this exquisitely renovated 5-bedroom, 3 & a half bath residence located in the heart of Newton Centre. From the wraparound front porch, enter into a gracious foyer & an open floor plan w/ soaring ceilings. The living room features custom built ins & flows into the family room with fireplace & adjacent dining room w/crown moldings. The showstopping kitchen has a large center island, marble countertops, custom cabinetry, & professional grade appliances. Floor to ceiling windows & sliding doors lead to patio & professionally landscaped yard. The 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms incl.a luxurious primary suite w/ walk in professionally designed closet & spa like bath w/ radiant heat. The 3rd floor has 2 more bedrooms, full bath, office, & flexible sitting/play area. The lower level has ample storage. Outside, enjoy lovely gardens w/mature plantings & plenty of play space. There is an oversized garage. Close to shops, public transit, major highways, and top schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
10,200 sq ftLot Size
$900Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Kennedy Lynch Team• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Rachel Goldman• MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 3555
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,736
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mason Rice
Middle Or Junior School: Brown
High School: Newton South
Location Information
Directions: Center Street to Rice Street
UnparsedAddress: 20 Rice St, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,161
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1614900S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
85/100 Very Walkable22/100 Minimal transit50/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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