Timeless architecture meets modern luxury at this bespoke new construction home featuring 6 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, with a 3-car garage situated on over half an acre. Thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and everyday living, the main floor offers gracious living and dining spaces, a library/den, a first-floor ensuite bedroom, a mudroom, and access to a private patio. The chef’s kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring custom white oak cabinetry, two oversized islands, and a hidden butler’s pantry. Upstairs, the primary retreat has a fireplace, private deck, custom dressing room, stunning bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, dressing table, and a walk-in double shower with marble slab benches. Three additional ensuite bedrooms and a laundry room complete this level. The finished lower level offers a family room with a wet bar, gym, a home theatre, and a second mudroom. Set on a quiet tree-lined cul-de-sac close to Chestnut Hill and Boston.
Single-familyProperty Type
2026Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$602Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Deborah Gordon• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Listed by • Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Bought with Joshua Golden• Luxury Residential Group, LLC
Est. $5,611 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 28 Dorothy Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73482565
Jun 1, 2026
Sold
$5,300,000
$602/sq ft
Mar 25, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 4, 2026
Listed
$5,400,000
$614/sq ft
MLS PIN #73256045
Sep 1, 2024
Sold
$1,650,000
$188/sq ft
Jun 28, 2024
Contingent
—
Jun 21, 2024
Listed
$1,878,000
$213/sq ft
This sprawling brick raised ranch is situated on a picturesque cul-de-sac, boasting over half an acre of land. The modern floor plan includes a spacious living room with a stone fireplace and a large dining room. Adjacent to the main living area, you'll find oversized office/4th bedroom or den. Hardwood floors add warmth and elegance throughout the home. The updated kitchen features granite countertops and a breakfast bar, opening to a great room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and sliders leading to a newly built deck. The primary is spacious and en-suite with closet. Two additional spacious bedrooms share one full bathroom. The property offers a fantastic private backyard and a finished lower level with playroom, sauna, and an additional room perfect for various uses. Additionally, there is a two-car garage with direct access to the home, fenced backyard, new roof and energy efficient gas furnace. Quiet tree lined street close to Public transportation, Chestnut Hill and Boston
MLS PIN #71502703
Jul 31, 2013
Sold
$887,000
$101/sq ft
Apr 9, 2013
Contingent
—
Apr 3, 2013
Listed
$899,000
$102/sq ft
Sprawling brick ranch on over half acre lot on cul de sac. Modern floorplan offering large livingroom with stone fireplace and spacious dining room. Comfortable den/office adjacent to main living area. Wood Floors. Updated kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast bar opens to Great Room featuring vaulted ceilings with skylights and doors to deck. Great flat backyard! Huge finished room on lower level with many uses. 2 car garage with direct access. Showings start 4/7 @ OH 1:30-3:30
Public Records
Dec 1, 1985
Sold
$290,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,051 (+3.8%)
$879,400 + $673,900
$1,553,300
2025
$14,497 (+3.4%)
$837,500 + $641,800
$1,479,300
2024
$14,017 (+6.8%)
$813,100 + $623,100
$1,436,200
2023
$13,122 (+4.5%)
$635,300 + $653,700
$1,289,000
2022
$12,556 (+3.6%)
$588,200 + $605,300
$1,193,500
2021
$12,115 (+3.1%)
$554,900 + $571,000
$1,125,900
2020
$11,754 (+2.9%)
$554,900 + $571,000
$1,125,900
2019
$11,423 (+6.7%)
$538,700 + $554,400
$1,093,100
2018
$10,710 (+3.1%)
$479,900 + $509,900
$989,800
2017
$10,384 (+4.6%)
$452,700 + $481,100
$933,800
2016
$9,931 (+4.9%)
$423,100 + $449,600
$872,700
2015
$9,469 (+14.2%)
$395,400 + $420,200
$815,600
2014
$8,293 (+5.5%)
$346,900 + $337,300
$684,200
2013
$7,861 (+2.9%)
$346,900 + $337,300
$684,200
2012
$7,643 (+2.6%)
$346,900 + $337,300
$684,200
2011
$7,451 (+2.6%)
$348,400 + $335,200
$683,600
2010
$7,261 (+2.4%)
$355,500 + $342,000
$697,500
2009
$7,089
$362,800 + $348,900
$711,700
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,374
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2725697S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
Mar 13, 2025 • Final
Plumbing permit application
Plumbing
Mar 7, 2025 • Active
Electrical permit application
Install a temporary overhead electrical service.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Interior Features: Bedroom, Bathroom, Library, Exercise Room, Wet Bar
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 8,800
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Builder
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 6332
Below Grade Finished Area: 2468
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.55
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Pre-Wired for Renewables
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Memorial Spaulding
Middle Or Junior School: Oak Hill
High School: Newton South
Location Information
Directions: Dedham Street, to Carlson Ave to Dorothy Road.
UnparsedAddress: 28 Dorothy Rd, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,374
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2725697S
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Memorial Spaulding Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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