Beautifully refreshed & ideally situated on a lovely 9710 Sq Ft lot, this distinctive mid-century modern ranch offers the perfect blend of timeless design, comfortable living, and an exceptional Newton Centre location. Freshly painted this 3 bed 2.5 bath home showcases classic architectural details, gleaming HW floors, & an inviting 1 level floorplan designed for both everyday living & entertaining. The sun-filled LR features a striking oversized bay window that fills the space w/natural light, while the adjoining dining area flows seamlessly into the kitchen. Just off the kitchen a charming screened in porch provides the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee, or relaxing summer evenings overlooking the back yard. The main level offers 3 well-proportioned BRs including a primary suite w/its own full bath w/shower. There is a good sized family bath w/tub close to the 2nd & 3rd bedrooms. A terrific lower level significantly expands the home's living space and offers endless flexibility for a family room, playroom, home office, gym or guest accommodations complete w/a convenient half bath. Set on a nice corner lot with mature landscaping this property presents a rare opportunity to enjoy 1 level living in one of Newton Centre's most sought after neighborhoods. A beautiful neighborhood very close to Oakhill/ Brown Middle Schools and Newton South High School, this location is close to shopping, restaurants, parks, & public transportation. Its a wonderful offering that combines character, space and location in the heart of Newton Centre!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
9,710 sq ftLot Size
$515Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Judy Korzenowski• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Listed by Ilene Solomon• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Countryside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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About
Bowen-Thompsonville
Bowen-Thompsonville, located between Newton Corner and Nonantum, is a residential and commuter-friendly Newton neighborhood with leafy side streets and a Charles River edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Watertown Street at California Street, where corner markets, takeout counters, and everyday errands set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Community pillars include the historic Jackson Homestead & Museum, the Newton Free Library, and the Newton Theatre. Housing reads as classic Greater Boston: wood-frame colonials, tidy multifamilies, and pockets of mid-century apartments near main roads. River-adjacent paths and small parks shape an outdoorsy routine without leaving the city grid. MBTA stops and bus corridors thread through, keeping downtown Newton and Boston within practical reach.
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Offer insights
24 Great Meadow Rd · $1,499,000
$1.5M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.5M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
43 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floorplan
Recessed lighting
Pendant and overhead lighting
Closets (including double closet)
Foyer
Sun room
Bonus room
Exercise room
Internet available (unknown)
Bedrooms
Three main-level bedrooms
Primary bedroom with full bathroom, hardwood flooring, bay/bow/box window and overhead lighting
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (one with tiled shower stall, one with tiled tub)
One half bathroom located in the basement
Stone/ceramic tile flooring in baths
Kitchen
Dining area adjacent to the kitchen
Gas stove
Recessed and overhead lighting
Stone/ceramic tile flooring
Laundry & utility
Laundry in basement with washer and dryer hookups
Electric dryer hookup
Exterior access from laundry
Stone/ceramic tile flooring
Sump pump in basement
Flooring
Hardwood flooring in main living areas and bedrooms
Stone/ceramic tile flooring in kitchen, laundry and bathrooms
Wall-to-wall carpet in some areas
Heating & cooling
Central heating and cooling
Hot water and steam heating available
Oil heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Screened porch
Porch (screened)
Rain gutters
Professional landscaping
Garden
Corner, level lot
Lake/pond nearby and 1/2 to 1 mile to beach; public beach ownership
Public road frontage
Home design
Single-family residence
White exterior
Parking
Open paved off-street parking for 4 vehicles
Construction
Frame and stone construction
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Workshop as an additional structure
Built year reported from public records
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electric service
Electric hookups for range and dryer
Washer hookup
HOA & community
Community offers access to public transportation, shopping, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, highway access, houses of worship, public schools and a T-Station
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
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Located in desirable & convenient Newton Centre, this Mid-Century modern classic ranch style home is stunning with many original design elements and incredible architectural details throughout. The time has come for the next owner to create their own memories in this beloved home. Featuring 3 beds & 2.5 baths, the layout is well designed and open. The sunny spacious living room w/ large bay window & fireplace boasts beautifully finished wood floors and compliments the separate dining room that is perfect for entertaining. Arched doorways throughout are a lovely feature and offer an incredible flow to the home’s floor-plan. Enjoy the lovely screened in porch nearly year-round. The private master bedroom w/ en-suite bath & the additional 2 bedrooms are all generously sized while the lower level is expansive, perfect for a family room, office or recreation room. A beautiful neighborhood and within walking distance to Oakhill and Brown Middle Schools and Newton South High School.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,857 (+3.8%)
$995,000 + $125,400
$1,120,400
2025
$10,457 (+3.4%)
$947,600 + $119,400
$1,067,000
2024
$10,113 (+5.1%)
$920,000 + $116,200
$1,036,200
2023
$9,622 (+4.5%)
$706,600 + $238,600
$945,200
2022
$9,207 (+3.6%)
$654,300 + $220,900
$875,200
2021
$8,885 (+3.1%)
$617,300 + $208,400
$825,700
2020
$8,621 (+2.9%)
$617,300 + $208,500
$825,800
2019
$8,378 (+5.5%)
$599,300 + $202,400
$801,700
2018
$7,943 (+3.1%)
$543,700 + $190,400
$734,100
2017
$7,701 (+4.6%)
$512,900 + $179,600
$692,500
2016
$7,365 (+14.2%)
$479,300 + $167,900
$647,200
2015
$6,449 (+1.1%)
$447,900 + $107,600
$555,500
2014
$6,381 (+5.5%)
$412,900 + $113,600
$526,500
2013
$6,049 (+2.9%)
$412,900 + $113,600
$526,500
2012
$5,881 (+2.0%)
$412,900 + $113,600
$526,500
2011
$5,766 (+2.6%)
$417,900 + $111,100
$529,000
2010
$5,619 (+2.4%)
$426,400 + $113,400
$539,800
2009
$5,486
$435,100 + $115,700
$550,800
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,669
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,669
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3311697S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
Local insights from Redfin agents
Comprising 13 distinct 'villages,' Newton remains a fiercely competitive Seller's market. With restrictive zoning, multiple T stops, and a suburban setting near Boston, this highly desirable, built-out city lacks new buildable land, ensuring new...
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% 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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Historical weather
Newton, MA • 02459
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Newton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 24 Great Meadow Rd
$1,480,709
$18K under list price of $1.50M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $1.8M.