Meticulous 2015 renovated, grand corner lot Colonial Revival home in a coveted Newton Highlands neighborhood. Stunning craftsmanship & modern living, this 5 bed/3.5 bath has thoughtful details including hardwood floors, high ceilings, pocket doors & beautiful woodwork. The front porch welcomes you into the foyer which leads directly into both a living room & family room with fireplace. The open concept chef’s kitchen & dining room features stainless, quartz, an oversized island, custom cabinetry & wine fridge. A mudroom & full bathroom complete this level. The 2nd floor offers a master suite with a large walk-in closet & elegant master bath, 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath & laundry. The 3rd floor features 2 bedrooms, an office & 1/2 bath. Finished lower level is perfect for a media room, gym, & playroom. The large, landscaped yard includes multiple lawns, a 2-car detached garage & patio. Cold Spring Park trails at end of Carver Rd. Close to Waban Sq, Highlands & MBTA Green D Line.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$686Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Jeff Groper Group• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Bought with Taylor Yates• Coldwell Banker Realty - Weston
Sited on a commanding and well appointed slightly elevated corner lot, this gracious home offers an oasis of calm in the city of Newton! This well maintained hip roofed Colonial Revival is surrounded by other turn of the century vintage homes! An abundance of replacement windows allows a tremendous amount of light to permeate the interior...There are tall airy 9 ft ceilings on first and second levels and 8 ft ceilings on the 3rd floor. The 27 years of pride of ownership is obvious in this updated home! This gracious property is situated close to the Cochituate Aqueduct with access to nearby Newton Cold Spring Park and Waban. Spacious well manicured grounds complete this imposing 1890 colonial! Two Newton Green line T stops are nearby. Plus easy access to major highways!
Public Records
Aug 1, 1988
Sold
$337,500
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,984 (+3.8%)
$1,070,000 + $1,095,500
$2,165,500
2025
$20,212 (+3.4%)
$1,019,000 + $1,043,400
$2,062,400
2024
$19,542 (+4.9%)
$989,300 + $1,013,000
$2,002,300
2023
$18,634 (+4.5%)
$760,600 + $1,069,900
$1,830,500
2022
$17,830 (+3.6%)
$704,300 + $990,600
$1,694,900
2021
$17,205 (+7.8%)
$664,400 + $934,600
$1,599,000
2020
$15,963 (+2.9%)
$664,400 + $864,600
$1,529,000
2019
$15,513 (+4.7%)
$645,000 + $839,500
$1,484,500
2018
$14,815 (+3.1%)
$581,800 + $787,400
$1,369,200
2017
$14,364
$548,900 + $742,800
$1,291,700
2016
$513,000 + $488,000
$1,001,000
2015
$479,400 + $456,100
$935,500
2014
$440,100 + $448,300
$888,400
2013
$440,100 + $448,300
$888,400
2012
$440,100 + $448,300
$888,400
2011
$439,200 + $436,500
$875,700
2010
$448,200 + $445,400
$893,600
2009
$457,300 + $451,600
$908,900
Tax history for 21 Carver Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,984 (+3.8%)
$1,070,000 + $1,095,500
$2,165,500
2025
$20,212 (+3.4%)
$1,019,000 + $1,043,400
$2,062,400
2024
$19,542 (+4.9%)
$989,300 + $1,013,000
$2,002,300
2023
$18,634 (+4.5%)
$760,600 + $1,069,900
$1,830,500
2022
$17,830 (+3.6%)
$704,300 + $990,600
$1,694,900
2021
$17,205 (+7.8%)
$664,400 + $934,600
$1,599,000
2020
$15,963 (+2.9%)
$664,400 + $864,600
$1,529,000
2019
$15,513 (+4.7%)
$645,000 + $839,500
$1,484,500
2018
$14,815 (+3.1%)
$581,800 + $787,400
$1,369,200
2017
$14,364
$548,900 + $742,800
$1,291,700
2016
$513,000 + $488,000
$1,001,000
2015
$479,400 + $456,100
$935,500
2014
$440,100 + $448,300
$888,400
2013
$440,100 + $448,300
$888,400
2012
$440,100 + $448,300
$888,400
2011
$439,200 + $436,500
$875,700
2010
$448,200 + $445,400
$893,600
2009
$457,300 + $451,600
$908,900
*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
3.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,906
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1910491S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,377.29
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Woodward Street to Carver Road.
UnparsedAddress: 21 Carver Road, Newton MA 02461
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,906
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1910491S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Zervas Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
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