Welcoming 1895 Victorian on one of Newton's prettiest streets. Updated for today's lifestyle, the house is set on a lovely 3/4 acre lot, with a heated in-ground swimming pool and a detached two-car garage with extra storage. Enter from the large wrap-around porch to gracious living, dining and family rooms, plus a home office/or first floor bedroom and full bath. The kitchen is inviting and fully equipped, with soapstone counters and cherry cabinets, and ample room for family dining; French doors open to the deck and beautiful, level backyard. On the second and third floors, there are a total of 8 bedrooms and a study, three full renovated bathrooms with radiant heated floors, and storage. The lower level has a workroom (that could also be made into a wine cellar), exercise space and the systems for the house. Located very near Cabot Elementary, Newton North High School and the shops of Newtonville, the property is convenient also to commuter routes and downtown Boston.
Single-familyProperty Type
1895Year Built
0.78 acresLot Size
$804Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Vicky Whitney• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with MB Associates• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
A retreat from it all...A grand 14 room Victorian/Colonial with updated ammenities and a lush level 3/4 acre of private grounds with a pool and a cabana. The house includes a grand foyer, a large renovated kitchen with spectacular views of the grounds and an abutting family room with fireplace. The living room opens on to a delightful screened porch. The dining room has bay windows and a fireplace. Also office suite, gym. Rooms for all.
Public Records
Sep 1, 1991
Sold
$625,001
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$44,479 (+16.0%)
$1,770,800 + $2,819,400
$4,590,200
2025
$38,329 (+3.4%)
$1,686,500 + $2,224,600
$3,911,100
2024
$37,061 (+3.3%)
$1,637,400 + $2,159,800
$3,797,200
2023
$35,881 (+4.5%)
$1,307,600 + $2,217,100
$3,524,700
2022
$34,333 (+3.6%)
$1,210,700 + $2,052,900
$3,263,600
2021
$33,129 (+3.1%)
$1,142,200 + $1,936,700
$3,078,900
2020
$32,144 (+2.9%)
$1,142,200 + $1,936,700
$3,078,900
2019
$31,237 (+4.6%)
$1,108,900 + $1,880,300
$2,989,200
2018
$29,851 (+3.1%)
$972,000 + $1,786,900
$2,758,900
2017
$28,942 (+4.6%)
$917,000 + $1,685,700
$2,602,700
2016
$27,681 (+9.3%)
$857,000 + $1,575,400
$2,432,400
2015
$25,323 (+2.3%)
$800,900 + $1,380,200
$2,181,100
2014
$24,755 (+5.5%)
$728,200 + $1,314,300
$2,042,500
2013
$23,468 (+2.9%)
$728,200 + $1,314,300
$2,042,500
2012
$22,815 (+5.6%)
$728,200 + $1,314,300
$2,042,500
2011
$21,603 (+2.6%)
$712,200 + $1,269,700
$1,981,900
2010
$21,052 (+6.0%)
$726,700 + $1,295,600
$2,022,300
2009
$19,853
$741,500 + $1,251,800
$1,993,300
Tax history for 22 Kirkstall Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$44,479 (+16.0%)
$1,770,800 + $2,819,400
$4,590,200
2025
$38,329 (+3.4%)
$1,686,500 + $2,224,600
$3,911,100
2024
$37,061 (+3.3%)
$1,637,400 + $2,159,800
$3,797,200
2023
$35,881 (+4.5%)
$1,307,600 + $2,217,100
$3,524,700
2022
$34,333 (+3.6%)
$1,210,700 + $2,052,900
$3,263,600
2021
$33,129 (+3.1%)
$1,142,200 + $1,936,700
$3,078,900
2020
$32,144 (+2.9%)
$1,142,200 + $1,936,700
$3,078,900
2019
$31,237 (+4.6%)
$1,108,900 + $1,880,300
$2,989,200
2018
$29,851 (+3.1%)
$972,000 + $1,786,900
$2,758,900
2017
$28,942 (+4.6%)
$917,000 + $1,685,700
$2,602,700
2016
$27,681 (+9.3%)
$857,000 + $1,575,400
$2,432,400
2015
$25,323 (+2.3%)
$800,900 + $1,380,200
$2,181,100
2014
$24,755 (+5.5%)
$728,200 + $1,314,300
$2,042,500
2013
$23,468 (+2.9%)
$728,200 + $1,314,300
$2,042,500
2012
$22,815 (+5.6%)
$728,200 + $1,314,300
$2,042,500
2011
$21,603 (+2.6%)
$712,200 + $1,269,700
$1,981,900
2010
$21,052 (+6.0%)
$726,700 + $1,295,600
$2,022,300
2009
$19,853
$741,500 + $1,251,800
$1,993,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Pool - Inground, Cabana, Storage, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Cabana
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.78
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $32,144
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More
Location
Location Information
Directions: 3rd house from Walnut St. on North side of street.
UnparsedAddress: 22 Kirkstall Rd, Newton MA 02460
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,048
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.78 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3243968S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Cabot Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
F A Day Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
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