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Off Market Jul 2021 for $2.6M

$3,439,258

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,710/mo

•

4,858

sq ft

28 Sheffield Rd, Newton, MA 02460

About this home

OPEN HOUSES CANCELLED — Sellers have accepted an offer.A tranquil recently updated home perfectly sited amongst an established treed garden on West Newton Hill. Sunny state of the art kitchen flows onto an entertainment sized deck overlooking a massive enclosed yard. Traditional foyer with bridal staircase leads to both a step-down formal living room framed by a majestic fireplace and adjoined by a sunroom, and to a full-sized dining room with side-boarded bay windows. The rear situated driveway leads to a convenient first floor modern mudroom and bright family room. The large primary bedroom suite overlooks mature birch trees and grand hemlocks. The primary bath is abutted by a custom walk-in closet. A modern laundry room, family bath, and three additional bedrooms complete the second level. A huge, bright bedroom, study and cedar closet complete the third level. Enter via driveway, garage, or main house into the lower level speakeasy playroom...

Single-familyProperty Type

1929Year Built

0.42 acresLot Size

$708Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Christopher Masterman • Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Chamberlain Group • Historic Homes, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #72821461

Redfin Estimate

$3,439,258

$789K since sold in July 2021$88K since August

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SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,755,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths2,659 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$2,700,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,393 sq ft
6 Risley Rd, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD SEP 3, 2025
$2,600,000
C
6 beds3.5 baths3,958 sq ft
185 Valentine St, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD NOV 6, 2025
$2,900,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,986 sq ft
249 Highland St, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$3,061,000
E
5 beds4 baths5,446 sq ft
30 Trowbridge Ave, Newton, MA 02460
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,400,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths3,848 sq ft
22 Regent St, Newton, MA 02465

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Market trends in 02465, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

104.1%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$73K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

2 days MoM

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3 beds2 baths1,143 sq ft
17-19 Woodrow Ave #19, Newton, MA 02460
$2,799,000
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Sale history for 28 Sheffield Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72821461

Jul 16, 2021

Sold

$2,650,000

$545/sq ft

May 1, 2021

Contingent

—

Apr 27, 2021

Listed

$2,599,000

$535/sq ft

MLS PIN #71548645

Aug 30, 2013

Sold

$1,485,000

$306/sq ft

Jul 1, 2013

Contingent

—

Jun 28, 2013

Listed

$1,499,000

$309/sq ft

Gracious 4-5 bedroom Tudor on the West Newton Hill offers well proportioned rooms - ideal flow for entertaining. Large entrance foyer leads to classic step-down living room w/beamed ceiling, Grand FP and rich detail. Elegant formal DR. Updated kitchen with adjacent breakfast room. Family rm leads to outdoor decks overlooking lush landscaped grounds. 2nd floor offers beautiful MBR w/marble bth 3 BR's + nursery/den/5th BR. 3rd flr makes a great home office. Finished LL w/play and exercise room.

Public Records

Jun 1, 1985

Sold

$427,500

$88/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$29,586 (+3.8%)

$1,282,800 + $1,770,500

$3,053,300

2025

$28,497 (+7.1%)

$1,221,700 + $1,686,200

$2,907,900

2024

$26,610 (+3.4%)

$1,186,100 + $1,540,300

$2,726,400

2023

$25,733 (+4.5%)

$916,300 + $1,611,500

$2,527,800

2022

$24,623 (+3.6%)

$848,400 + $1,492,200

$2,340,600

2021

$23,759 (+3.1%)

$800,400 + $1,407,700

$2,208,100

2020

$23,053 (+2.9%)

$800,400 + $1,407,700

$2,208,100

2019

$22,403 (+1.3%)

$777,100 + $1,366,700

$2,143,800

2018

$22,111 (+11.1%)

$713,600 + $1,329,900

$2,043,500

2017

$19,898 (+20.4%)

$673,200 + $1,116,200

$1,789,400

2016

$16,520 (+4.9%)

$629,200 + $822,500

$1,451,700

2015

$15,751 (+0.1%)

$588,000 + $768,700

$1,356,700

2014

$15,735 (+5.5%)

$543,200 + $755,100

$1,298,300

2013

$14,917 (+2.9%)

$543,200 + $755,100

$1,298,300

2012

$14,502 (+3.6%)

$543,200 + $755,100

$1,298,300

2011

$13,993 (+2.6%)

$531,100 + $752,700

$1,283,800

2010

$13,637 (+1.0%)

$541,900 + $768,100

$1,310,000

2009

$13,501

$553,000 + $802,500

$1,355,500

Tax history for 28 Sheffield Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$29,586 (+3.8%)

$1,282,800 + $1,770,500

$3,053,300

2025

$28,497 (+7.1%)

$1,221,700 + $1,686,200

$2,907,900

2024

$26,610 (+3.4%)

$1,186,100 + $1,540,300

$2,726,400

2023

$25,733 (+4.5%)

$916,300 + $1,611,500

$2,527,800

2022

$24,623 (+3.6%)

$848,400 + $1,492,200

$2,340,600

2021

$23,759 (+3.1%)

$800,400 + $1,407,700

$2,208,100

2020

$23,053 (+2.9%)

$800,400 + $1,407,700

$2,208,100

2019

$22,403 (+1.3%)

$777,100 + $1,366,700

$2,143,800

2018

$22,111 (+11.1%)

$713,600 + $1,329,900

$2,043,500

2017

$19,898 (+20.4%)

$673,200 + $1,116,200

$1,789,400

2016

$16,520 (+4.9%)

$629,200 + $822,500

$1,451,700

2015

$15,751 (+0.1%)

$588,000 + $768,700

$1,356,700

2014

$15,735 (+5.5%)

$543,200 + $755,100

$1,298,300

2013

$14,917 (+2.9%)

$543,200 + $755,100

$1,298,300

2012

$14,502 (+3.6%)

$543,200 + $755,100

$1,298,300

2011

$13,993 (+2.6%)

$531,100 + $752,700

$1,283,800

2010

$13,637 (+1.0%)

$541,900 + $768,100

$1,310,000

2009

$13,501

$553,000 + $802,500

$1,355,500

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

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.42 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,064

Year built

1929

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3707262S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 320
Length: 20
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Crown Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Crown Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Crown Molding

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 55
Length: 5
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Pedestal Sink,Pocket Door

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 54
Length: 9
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Crown Molding

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 56
Length: 8
Width: 7
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Pedestal Sink

Living Room Information
Area: 368
Length: 23
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Sunken,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead,Archway,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Chair Rail,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Archway,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 506
Length: 22
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Balcony / Deck,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Second Dishwasher,Slider,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer Hookup,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead,Archway,Crown Molding

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 7X11
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Electric Dryer Hookup, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Chair Rail, Bonus Room, Play Room, Mud Room, Foyer, Study, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,858
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Brick/

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate, Metal
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Green Indoor Air Quality: Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.42
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sloped
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $23,759
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Highland Street between Lowell Ave. and Forest Ave.
UnparsedAddress: 28 Sheffield Rd, Newton MA 02460

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, House of Worship, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,064
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3707262S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
Exclusions: Basement Refrigerator
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Cabot Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

F A Day Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being 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

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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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Sheffield Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1075 Sq. Ft.	$894,796
31 Sheffield Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4293 Sq. Ft.	$3,321,981

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Sheffield Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3156 Sq. Ft.	$2,330,259
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Address	Redfin Estimate
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19 Sheffield Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,887,091

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