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Off Market Apr 2025 for $1.7M

$1,872,490

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,471/mo

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2,699

sq ft

21 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Experience the perfect blend of classic charm and modern living in this four bedroom, two and a half bath, center entrance Colonial. The home boasts an expanded kitchen featuring custom maple cabinetry with granite countertops and a large center island with seating for 6. Imagine gathering in the elegant dining room or relaxing by the gas fireplace on a winter’s day in the gracious living room. An office or playroom and a half bath complete this floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom with ensuite bath provides a peaceful retreat and has a spacious walk-in closet. On this level are another large bedroom with cathedral ceiling, two additional well-proportioned bedrooms, and full bath, which offer plenty of room for family and guests. The bonus room in the basement is perfect for a home gym, playroom or a cozy den. Enjoy the fenced yard with a stone patio and sit by the fire pit on a cool autumn evening. Great location close to schools, shops, public transportation, parks and highways.

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

7,847 sq ftLot Size

$694Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Deanna Salemme • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Bought with Frann Bilus • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73341830

Redfin Estimate

$1,872,490

$132K since sold in April 2025$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 45.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.29M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,180,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,939 sq ft
102 Oakdale Rd, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,499,900
B
4 beds2 baths3,042 sq ft
50 Kendall Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$1,844,000
C
5 beds2.5 baths2,664 sq ft
53 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$884,325
D
4 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft
6 Truman Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,005,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,709 sq ft
5 Olde Field Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,325,000
F
5 beds3 baths2,440 sq ft
125 Oakdale Rd, Newton, MA 02461

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.9%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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16 MoM

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Sale history for 21 Sheldon Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,009 (+7.1%)

$955,600 + $490,100

$1,445,700

2025

$13,080 (+3.4%)

$910,100 + $424,600

$1,334,700

2024

$12,647 (+5.0%)

$883,600 + $412,200

$1,295,800

2023

$12,047 (+4.5%)

$674,600 + $508,800

$1,183,400

2022

$11,527 (+3.6%)

$624,600 + $471,100

$1,095,700

2021

$11,123 (+3.1%)

$589,200 + $444,500

$1,033,700

2020

$10,792 (+2.9%)

$589,200 + $444,500

$1,033,700

2019

$10,488 (+3.5%)

$572,000 + $431,600

$1,003,600

2018

$10,137 (+3.1%)

$519,000 + $417,900

$936,900

2017

$9,829 (+4.6%)

$489,600 + $394,300

$883,900

2016

$9,401 (+4.9%)

$457,600 + $368,500

$826,100

2015

$8,964

$427,700 + $344,400

$772,100

2014

$8,959 (+5.5%)

$393,700 + $345,500

$739,200

2013

$8,493 (+2.9%)

$393,700 + $345,500

$739,200

2012

$8,257 (+2.5%)

$393,700 + $345,500

$739,200

2011

$8,056 (+2.6%)

$398,600 + $340,500

$739,100

2010

$7,851 (+2.4%)

$406,700 + $347,500

$754,200

2009

$7,665

$415,000 + $354,600

$769,600

Tax history for 21 Sheldon Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,009 (+7.1%)

$955,600 + $490,100

$1,445,700

2025

$13,080 (+3.4%)

$910,100 + $424,600

$1,334,700

2024

$12,647 (+5.0%)

$883,600 + $412,200

$1,295,800

2023

$12,047 (+4.5%)

$674,600 + $508,800

$1,183,400

2022

$11,527 (+3.6%)

$624,600 + $471,100

$1,095,700

2021

$11,123 (+3.1%)

$589,200 + $444,500

$1,033,700

2020

$10,792 (+2.9%)

$589,200 + $444,500

$1,033,700

2019

$10,488 (+3.5%)

$572,000 + $431,600

$1,003,600

2018

$10,137 (+3.1%)

$519,000 + $417,900

$936,900

2017

$9,829 (+4.6%)

$489,600 + $394,300

$883,900

2016

$9,401 (+4.9%)

$457,600 + $368,500

$826,100

2015

$8,964

$427,700 + $344,400

$772,100

2014

$8,959 (+5.5%)

$393,700 + $345,500

$739,200

2013

$8,493 (+2.9%)

$393,700 + $345,500

$739,200

2012

$8,257 (+2.5%)

$393,700 + $345,500

$739,200

2011

$8,056 (+2.6%)

$398,600 + $340,500

$739,100

2010

$7,851 (+2.4%)

$406,700 + $347,500

$754,200

2009

$7,665

$415,000 + $354,600

$769,600

*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

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,847

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,699

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3165565S

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Feb 10, 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, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 226.42
Length: 11.92
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 198.6
Length: 13.17
Width: 15.08
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 146.93
Length: 11.83
Width: 12.42
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 219.85
Length: 14.42
Width: 15.25
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 283.96
Length: 11.75
Width: 24.17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 212.67
Length: 14.5
Width: 14.67
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 283.96
Length: 11.75
Width: 24.17
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 296.77
Length: 13.75
Width: 21.58
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Office Room Information
Area: 131.61
Length: 8.58
Width: 15.33
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,699
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,080
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Dual

Location

Location Information
Directions: Route 9 East or Hagen Rd to Sheldon Rd
UnparsedAddress: 21 Sheldon Rd, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,699
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 7,847 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3165565S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Feb 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer Negotiable
StandardStatus: Closed

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Transit

Countryside Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% 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 • 02459

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$1.78M – $2.15M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2580 Sq. Ft.	—
33 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2112 Sq. Ft.	$1,616,615

Address	Redfin Estimate
15 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2780 Sq. Ft.	$1,661,021
30 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2750 Sq. Ft.	$1,800,468

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2529 Sq. Ft.	$1,689,772
24 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1705 Sq. Ft.	$1,443,000

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