Nestled in a desirable neighborhood close to Bowen Elementary School on a dead-end street, this beautifully renovated home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, functionality, and abundant sunshine. The home seamlessly flows between rooms while maintaining distinct living areas for privacy. The updated kitchen features a central island & ample counter space, all opening to a large deck overlooking the tree-lined backyard. The main level boasts a spacious living room with a fireplace, formal dining room, family room/BR & an office/sunroom. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes an en-suite full bath, along with 2 additional large bedrooms. The partially finished basement provides a spacious bonus room serving as a game or rec room. A garage & 2 off-street parking spaces with an EV charging station complete this thoughtfully designed home. With its spacious, flexible layout, recent updates & prime location, it's a must-see. OFFER DEADLINE: Monday 4/28 5:00pm.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$742Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ed Wieckowski• William Raveis R. E. & Home Services
Bought with Sarina Steinmetz• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
NICE COLONIAL ON LOVELY TREE-LINED NEWTON CENTRE DEADEND STREET STEPS FROM DESIRABLE BOWEN SCHOOL AND FIELD. LIVING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE AND HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. WALK TO NEWTON CENTRE STORES, RESTAURANTS AND GREEN LINE. DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,862 (+3.8%)
$986,600 + $340,700
$1,327,300
2025
$12,388 (+3.4%)
$939,600 + $324,500
$1,264,100
2024
$11,978 (+5.0%)
$912,200 + $315,100
$1,227,300
2023
$11,406 (+4.5%)
$690,800 + $429,600
$1,120,400
2022
$10,913 (+3.6%)
$639,600 + $397,800
$1,037,400
2021
$10,531 (+3.1%)
$603,400 + $375,300
$978,700
2020
$10,218 (+2.9%)
$603,400 + $375,300
$978,700
2019
$9,930 (+4.3%)
$585,800 + $364,400
$950,200
2018
$9,518 (+3.1%)
$528,800 + $350,900
$879,700
2017
$9,228 (+10.7%)
$498,900 + $331,000
$829,900
2016
$8,335 (+4.9%)
$466,300 + $266,100
$732,400
2015
$7,947 (+0.5%)
$435,800 + $248,700
$684,500
2014
$7,906 (+5.5%)
$398,800 + $253,500
$652,300
2013
$7,495 (+35.3%)
$398,800 + $253,500
$652,300
2012
$5,539 (+5.2%)
$398,800 + $97,100
$495,900
2011
$5,266 (+19.4%)
$400,000 + $83,100
$483,100
2010
$4,409 (+2.4%)
$408,200 + $15,300
$423,500
2009
$4,304
$416,500 + $15,600
$432,100
Tax history for 31 Bow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,862 (+3.8%)
$986,600 + $340,700
$1,327,300
2025
$12,388 (+3.4%)
$939,600 + $324,500
$1,264,100
2024
$11,978 (+5.0%)
$912,200 + $315,100
$1,227,300
2023
$11,406 (+4.5%)
$690,800 + $429,600
$1,120,400
2022
$10,913 (+3.6%)
$639,600 + $397,800
$1,037,400
2021
$10,531 (+3.1%)
$603,400 + $375,300
$978,700
2020
$10,218 (+2.9%)
$603,400 + $375,300
$978,700
2019
$9,930 (+4.3%)
$585,800 + $364,400
$950,200
2018
$9,518 (+3.1%)
$528,800 + $350,900
$879,700
2017
$9,228 (+10.7%)
$498,900 + $331,000
$829,900
2016
$8,335 (+4.9%)
$466,300 + $266,100
$732,400
2015
$7,947 (+0.5%)
$435,800 + $248,700
$684,500
2014
$7,906 (+5.5%)
$398,800 + $253,500
$652,300
2013
$7,495 (+35.3%)
$398,800 + $253,500
$652,300
2012
$5,539 (+5.2%)
$398,800 + $97,100
$495,900
2011
$5,266 (+19.4%)
$400,000 + $83,100
$483,100
2010
$4,409 (+2.4%)
$408,200 + $15,300
$423,500
2009
$4,304
$416,500 + $15,600
$432,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,464
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2651198S
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Features: Home Office, Game Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,464
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Light Gray
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,388
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Rte 9 west. Right on Jackson. Right on Cypress. Left on Bow just past Bowen ES. Home on the right.
UnparsedAddress: 31 Bow Road, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,464
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2651198S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 15, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: All Curtains Are Excluded. Curtain Rods And Blinds To Convey.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowen
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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