Google street view image for 22 Avondale Rd, Newton, MA 02459

Off Market Jun 2021 for $1.8M

$2,183,220

•

2,336

sq ft

22 Avondale Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Pure design and attention to detail are the hallmarks of this thoughtful elegant renovation completed in 2018. This 1905 Colonial has the well-crafted look of that era and combines the charm of the period with all of today’s lifestyle amenities, including SMART house technology. Professionally landscaped yard and gardens with expansive rear patio make it the perfect home for outdoor entertaining. Easy walk to Newton Center, shops, restaurants, and public transportation.

Single-familyProperty Type

1905Year Built

5,250 sq ftLot Size

$935Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Chamberlain Group • Historic Homes, Inc.

Bought with Brian Dougherty • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72817580

Redfin Estimate

$2,183,220

$333K since sold in June 2021$60K since August

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A
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B
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$1,800,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,278 sq ft
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D
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SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,000,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths2,686 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,560,000
F
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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$2.1M

$188K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

5 days MoM

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17 MoM

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Sale history for 22 Avondale Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72817580

Jun 25, 2021

Sold

$1,850,000

$792/sq ft

Apr 20, 2021

Listed

$1,595,000

$683/sq ft

MLS PIN #71881068

Dec 28, 2015

Sold

$1,179,000

$505/sq ft

Oct 21, 2015

Pending

—

Oct 7, 2015

Price Changed

$1,279,000

$548/sq ft

Sep 9, 2015

Price Changed

$1,289,000

$552/sq ft

Jul 29, 2015

Listed

$1,299,000

$556/sq ft

Magnificent modern renovation of a 4 bedroom,3.5 bath Gambrel Colonial on an enviable Newton Center block near Ward School. Luminous first floor living space features a custom fireplace mantel and a sitting area with triple exposures. Anchored by a stunning stone-capped island, the open-plan kitchen/dining room is equipped with white cabinetry; a double farmhouse stainless sink; professional quality appliances; cathedral ceilings; and a dramatic picture window to the new paved patio and yard. A chic 1/2 bath and a versatile bedroom/office or family room completes this level. Upstairs there are three bedrooms & two elegant new baths, including a glamorous Carrara-marble clad ensuite master. Newly finished walkout basement w/ direct-entry garage to mud room + play room/guest suite,bath and laundry. Thoughtful infrastructure upgrades including new electric, plumbing; HVAC; roof; Pella windows & doors; exterior paint, portico & entryway shutters; and beautifully curated designer fixtures

MLS PIN #71717731

Oct 3, 2014

Sold

$760,000

$325/sq ft

Jul 25, 2014

Contingent

—

Jul 22, 2014

Listed

$759,000

$325/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$19,791 (+3.8%)

$1,264,200 + $778,200

$2,042,400

2025

$19,062 (+3.4%)

$1,204,000 + $741,100

$1,945,100

2024

$18,431 (+4.7%)

$1,168,900 + $719,500

$1,888,400

2023

$17,608 (+4.5%)

$877,900 + $851,800

$1,729,700

2022

$16,849 (+14.0%)

$812,900 + $788,700

$1,601,600

2021

$14,780 (+3.1%)

$697,300 + $676,300

$1,373,600

2020

$14,340 (+2.9%)

$697,300 + $676,300

$1,373,600

2019

$13,936 (+6.0%)

$677,000 + $656,600

$1,333,600

2018

$13,153 (+3.1%)

$611,800 + $603,800

$1,215,600

2017

$12,752 (+50.3%)

$577,200 + $569,600

$1,146,800

2016

$8,484 (+20.3%)

$539,400 + $206,100

$745,500

2015

$7,053 (+0.5%)

$504,100 + $103,400

$607,500

2014

$7,017 (+5.5%)

$459,800 + $119,200

$579,000

2013

$6,653 (+2.9%)

$459,800 + $119,200

$579,000

2012

$6,467 (+2.9%)

$459,800 + $119,200

$579,000

2011

$6,287 (+2.6%)

$461,600 + $115,200

$576,800

2010

$6,127 (+2.4%)

$471,000 + $117,600

$588,600

2009

$5,982

$480,600 + $120,000

$600,600

Tax history for 22 Avondale Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$19,791 (+3.8%)

$1,264,200 + $778,200

$2,042,400

2025

$19,062 (+3.4%)

$1,204,000 + $741,100

$1,945,100

2024

$18,431 (+4.7%)

$1,168,900 + $719,500

$1,888,400

2023

$17,608 (+4.5%)

$877,900 + $851,800

$1,729,700

2022

$16,849 (+14.0%)

$812,900 + $788,700

$1,601,600

2021

$14,780 (+3.1%)

$697,300 + $676,300

$1,373,600

2020

$14,340 (+2.9%)

$697,300 + $676,300

$1,373,600

2019

$13,936 (+6.0%)

$677,000 + $656,600

$1,333,600

2018

$13,153 (+3.1%)

$611,800 + $603,800

$1,215,600

2017

$12,752 (+50.3%)

$577,200 + $569,600

$1,146,800

2016

$8,484 (+20.3%)

$539,400 + $206,100

$745,500

2015

$7,053 (+0.5%)

$504,100 + $103,400

$607,500

2014

$7,017 (+5.5%)

$459,800 + $119,200

$579,000

2013

$6,653 (+2.9%)

$459,800 + $119,200

$579,000

2012

$6,467 (+2.9%)

$459,800 + $119,200

$579,000

2011

$6,287 (+2.6%)

$461,600 + $115,200

$576,800

2010

$6,127 (+2.4%)

$471,000 + $117,600

$588,600

2009

$5,982

$480,600 + $120,000

$600,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,227 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,854

Year built

1905

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2400542S

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 90
Length: 9
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Marble

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

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

Living Room Information
Area: 275
Length: 11
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Family Room Information
Area: 160
Length: 16
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Kitchen Information
Area: 187
Length: 17
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Second Dishwasher

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet, Study, Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,336
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,340
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Ave carriage lane to Avondale
UnparsedAddress: 22 Avondale Rd, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,854
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2400542S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Consult Broker
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Ward Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

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

54% 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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$2.08M – $2.51M

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12 Avondale Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1880 Sq. Ft.	$1,479,275

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Avondale Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2590 Sq. Ft.	$1,509,658
4 Avondale Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1820 Sq. Ft.	$1,670,227

Address	Redfin Estimate
16 Avondale Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2226 Sq. Ft.	$1,708,108
9 Avondale Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3083 Sq. Ft.	$2,184,944

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