This meticulous, bright & enticing home features a wonderful open layout allowing for versatile use of spaces. Renovated down to the studs in 2018, w/ an addition, this home has been lovingly maintained and very lightly lived in. The main living level offers an open kitchen, island w/ quartz counters, top of the line appliances and connects to a 4 season sun room. The adjacent breakfast/ eating area and family room w/ fireplace has direct access to the patio/backyard. A formal living room w/ fireplace, dining room w/ built- in cabinetry, office and en-suite guest room complete the main floor. The second level includes an oversized primary suite w/fireplace & balcony, and 3 additional en-suite bedrooms w/ walk in closets & laundry room. The 3rd level is great for an additional office/family room. The lower level is above ground & includes a gym w/exterior access, a full bath, family room w/ wet bar, garage access and storage. Beautiful back yard w/ tall arborvitaes allowing for privacy
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
10,400 sq ftLot Size
$516Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Deborah Gordon• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Bought with Zhen Guo• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Located on a tree-lined street on Newton’s south side, this spectacular and elegant, single family home is sited on over a 10,000 sq.ft. lot, and offers over 6,000 sq.ft. of living space. Extensively renovated, and expanded, in 2018, the first floor boasts an open, gourmet, eat-in kitchen/family room with a large center island, quartz countertops, double ovens, a SubZero refrigerator and access to the stunning patio. The first floor also offers a living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room with built in cabinetry, bedroom with en suite bathroom, and a home office. The second floor has four bedrooms, including an exquisite master suite with fireplace, oversized walk-in closet and access to a private deck. Other highlights include a finished lower level media/game room with high ceilings, large windows and a kitchen area with dishwasher, wet bar and beverage refrigerator, bonus space on the third floor and an oversized, heated two-car garage.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$29,503 (+3.8%)
$1,244,400 + $1,800,300
$3,044,700
2025
$28,417 (+3.4%)
$1,185,100 + $1,714,600
$2,899,700
2024
$27,476 (+2.1%)
$1,150,600 + $1,664,600
$2,815,200
2023
$26,915 (+4.5%)
$891,500 + $1,752,400
$2,643,900
2022
$25,754 (+3.6%)
$825,500 + $1,622,600
$2,448,100
2021
$24,850 (+3.1%)
$778,800 + $1,530,700
$2,309,500
2020
$24,111 (+4.8%)
$778,800 + $1,530,700
$2,309,500
2019
$23,017 (+10.2%)
$756,100 + $1,446,500
$2,202,600
2018
$20,879 (+58.1%)
$693,000 + $1,236,700
$1,929,700
2017
$13,209 (+50.2%)
$653,800 + $534,100
$1,187,900
2016
$8,792 (+4.9%)
$611,000 + $161,600
$772,600
2015
$8,384 (+0.1%)
$571,000 + $151,100
$722,100
2014
$8,375 (+5.5%)
$529,400 + $161,600
$691,000
2013
$7,940 (+2.9%)
$529,400 + $161,600
$691,000
2012
$7,718 (+1.8%)
$529,400 + $161,600
$691,000
2011
$7,583 (+2.6%)
$535,700 + $160,000
$695,700
2010
$7,390 (+2.4%)
$546,600 + $163,300
$709,900
2009
$7,215
$557,800 + $166,600
$724,400
Tax history for 31 Donna Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$29,503 (+3.8%)
$1,244,400 + $1,800,300
$3,044,700
2025
$28,417 (+3.4%)
$1,185,100 + $1,714,600
$2,899,700
2024
$27,476 (+2.1%)
$1,150,600 + $1,664,600
$2,815,200
2023
$26,915 (+4.5%)
$891,500 + $1,752,400
$2,643,900
2022
$25,754 (+3.6%)
$825,500 + $1,622,600
$2,448,100
2021
$24,850 (+3.1%)
$778,800 + $1,530,700
$2,309,500
2020
$24,111 (+4.8%)
$778,800 + $1,530,700
$2,309,500
2019
$23,017 (+10.2%)
$756,100 + $1,446,500
$2,202,600
2018
$20,879 (+58.1%)
$693,000 + $1,236,700
$1,929,700
2017
$13,209 (+50.2%)
$653,800 + $534,100
$1,187,900
2016
$8,792 (+4.9%)
$611,000 + $161,600
$772,600
2015
$8,384 (+0.1%)
$571,000 + $151,100
$722,100
2014
$8,375 (+5.5%)
$529,400 + $161,600
$691,000
2013
$7,940 (+2.9%)
$529,400 + $161,600
$691,000
2012
$7,718 (+1.8%)
$529,400 + $161,600
$691,000
2011
$7,583 (+2.6%)
$535,700 + $160,000
$695,700
2010
$7,390 (+2.4%)
$546,600 + $163,300
$709,900
2009
$7,215
$557,800 + $166,600
$724,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,400
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,911
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3822558S
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Oct 29, 2024.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Office, Sun Room, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Play Room, Central Vacuum
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,911
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $27,477
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Dudley to Nardell to Donna
UnparsedAddress: 31 Donna Rd, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,911
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 10,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3822558S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 29, 2024
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Memorial Spaulding Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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