Sun-filled Colonial with beautiful natural light throughout, set on a flat lot with a landscaped backyard featuring seasonal plantings, spacious deck, and swing set—perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. A renovated eat-in kitchen offers white shaker cabinetry, high-end stainless steel appliances including a Viking gas range, and seamless flow to the backyard. The first floor also features a dining room, front-to-back living room, half bath and large den/playroom with a skylight. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary bedroom with beautiful bath, plus dedicated open office space with skylights and windows with westerly views. Additional highlights include central air conditioning (2017) and a new roof (2025). Ideally located near Bullough’s Pond with convenient access to Newtonville shops and restaurants, Newton North High School, the Newton Public Library, Commonwealth Ave Carriage Lane, Crystal Lake and Newton Centre. Offer deadline in firm remarks.
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
7,425 sq ftLot Size
$837Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Margie and Jon Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Marjorie Kern• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Jill Streck• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Est. $5,451 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 26 Berkshire Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73517360
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$1,800,000
$837/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$1,800,000
$837/sq ft
May 22, 2026
Pending
—
May 18, 2026
Contingent
—
May 13, 2026
Listed
$1,699,000
$790/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Listed
$1,699,000
$790/sq ft
Sun-filled Colonial with beautiful natural light throughout, set on a flat lot with a landscaped backyard featuring seasonal plantings, spacious deck, and swing set—perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. A renovated eat-in kitchen offers white shaker cabinetry, high-end stainless steel appliances including a Viking gas range, and seamless flow to the backyard. The first floor also features a dining room, front-to-back living room, half bath and large den/playroom with a skylight. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary bedroom with beautiful bath, plus dedicated open office space with skylights and windows with westerly views. Additional highlights include central air conditioning (2017) and a new roof (2025). Ideally located near Bullough’s Pond with convenient access to Newtonville shops and restaurants, Newton North High School, the Newton Public Library, Commonwealth Ave Carriage Lane, Crystal Lake and Newton Centre. Offer deadline in firm remarks.
MLS PIN #71994683
Aug 4, 2016
Sold
$1,150,000
$535/sq ft
Jun 6, 2016
Pending
—
May 27, 2016
Price Changed
$1,150,000
$535/sq ft
Apr 27, 2016
Listed
$1,195,000
$556/sq ft
+18
Wonderful Center Entrance Colonial beautifully situated in a highly desirable neighborhood around the corner from Bullough's Pond. Living Room features original gum wood columns and beamed ceiling, a brick fireplace, hardwood floors, natural sunlight and French doors leading to the sky-lit den. The kitchen was completely renovated in 2001 with custom fire slate countertops backed by handmade tiles made from the wood kiln of Chris Gustafson, a nationally recognized artist from Massachusetts, Viking Gas Range-4 Burner plus griddle, GE Profile Refrigerator and 2015 Bosch dishwasher. In addition to seating at the peninsula, there is a generous dining area looking out to the backyard deck and lush grounds. The current homeowners over the past 24 years have proudly maintained and improved upon this property.
Public Records
May 1, 1991
Sold
$281,450
$131/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,466 (+3.8%)
$1,279,700 + $213,200
$1,492,900
2025
$13,934 (+3.4%)
$1,218,800 + $203,000
$1,421,800
2024
$13,473 (+5.1%)
$1,183,300 + $197,100
$1,380,400
2023
$12,815 (+4.5%)
$899,700 + $359,100
$1,258,800
2022
$12,262 (+3.6%)
$833,100 + $332,500
$1,165,600
2021
$11,832 (+3.1%)
$785,900 + $313,700
$1,099,600
2020
$11,480 (+9.2%)
$785,900 + $313,700
$1,099,600
2019
$10,511 (+5.6%)
$763,000 + $242,800
$1,005,800
2018
$9,953 (+3.1%)
$686,600 + $233,300
$919,900
2017
$9,650 (+4.6%)
$647,700 + $220,100
$867,800
2016
$9,229 (+4.9%)
$605,300 + $205,700
$811,000
2015
$8,799 (+0.3%)
$565,700 + $192,200
$757,900
2014
$8,775 (+5.5%)
$519,000 + $205,000
$724,000
2013
$8,319 (+2.9%)
$519,000 + $205,000
$724,000
2012
$8,087 (+2.7%)
$519,000 + $205,000
$724,000
2011
$7,872 (+3.0%)
$524,800 + $197,400
$722,200
2010
$7,645 (+2.4%)
$535,500 + $198,900
$734,400
2009
$7,464
$546,400 + $203,000
$749,400
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,151
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1678488S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Driveway
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 173.78
Length: 14.58
Width: 11.92
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 149.5
Length: 13
Width: 11.5
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 116.19
Length: 11.92
Width: 9.75
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 80.16
Length: 9.92
Width: 8.08
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 118.17
Length: 11.92
Width: 9.92
Level: Second
Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 61.15
Length: 9.92
Width: 6.17
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Area: 306.25
Length: 25
Width: 12.25
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Area: 137.89
Length: 12.17
Width: 11.33
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Area: 109.24
Length: 11.92
Width: 9.17
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Den
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,151
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2151
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Features: Level
Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,466
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cabot
High School: Nnhs
Location Information
Directions: Mill Street to Berkshire Road or Commonwealth Ave Carriage Lane to Bullough Park.
UnparsedAddress: 26 Berkshire Road, Newton MA 02460
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,151
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1678488S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Cabot Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
F A Day Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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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, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
51% 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 • 02460
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Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.75M – $2.12M
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