Nicely renovated spacious Colonial w/ Arts & Crafts detail incl. natural wood and leaded glass window. 1st floor great for entertaining w/ open floor plan flowing from the kitchen to formal dining rm and living rm areas. Lg encl. front porch leads to front foyer. Bonus room off dining rm. can be used as office/playroom. 1/2 bath can be expanded to full bath. Good commuter location. Near 57 bus stop & public schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
3,378 sq ftLot Size
$736Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Patricia Baker• Hammond Residential R. E.
Bought with Judith Ballantine• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline
All areas of this affordable four bedroom home have just been thoughtfully renovated to maximize the living space. The large, open living area and four good size bedrooms make the property an outstanding value in a great neighborhood. The home has a blend of original woodwork and complementing new finishes. The kitchen and both bathrooms feature quality materials, including Stainless appliances and granite/marble tile. A great commuter location & short walk to elementary and middle schools.
Public Records
May 14, 2007
Sold
$395,000
$218/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,081 (+3.8%)
$902,800 + $240,800
$1,143,600
2025
$10,673 (+3.4%)
$859,800 + $229,300
$1,089,100
2024
$10,320 (+4.8%)
$834,800 + $222,600
$1,057,400
2023
$9,852 (+4.5%)
$620,700 + $347,100
$967,800
2022
$9,427 (+3.6%)
$574,700 + $321,400
$896,100
2021
$9,097 (+3.1%)
$542,200 + $303,200
$845,400
2020
$8,826 (+2.9%)
$542,200 + $303,200
$845,400
2019
$8,577 (+4.7%)
$526,400 + $294,400
$820,800
2018
$8,189 (+3.1%)
$479,000 + $277,800
$756,800
2017
$7,940 (+4.0%)
$451,900 + $262,100
$714,000
2016
$7,637 (+4.9%)
$422,300 + $248,800
$671,100
2015
$7,282 (+1.3%)
$394,700 + $232,500
$627,200
2014
$7,192 (+5.5%)
$360,800 + $232,600
$593,400
2013
$6,818 (+2.9%)
$360,800 + $232,600
$593,400
2012
$6,628 (+5.4%)
$360,800 + $232,600
$593,400
2011
$6,286 (+7.6%)
$359,900 + $216,800
$576,700
2010
$5,841 (+2.4%)
$367,200 + $193,900
$561,100
2009
$5,703
$374,700 + $197,900
$572,600
Tax history for 37 Playstead Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,081 (+3.8%)
$902,800 + $240,800
$1,143,600
2025
$10,673 (+3.4%)
$859,800 + $229,300
$1,089,100
2024
$10,320 (+4.8%)
$834,800 + $222,600
$1,057,400
2023
$9,852 (+4.5%)
$620,700 + $347,100
$967,800
2022
$9,427 (+3.6%)
$574,700 + $321,400
$896,100
2021
$9,097 (+3.1%)
$542,200 + $303,200
$845,400
2020
$8,826 (+2.9%)
$542,200 + $303,200
$845,400
2019
$8,577 (+4.7%)
$526,400 + $294,400
$820,800
2018
$8,189 (+3.1%)
$479,000 + $277,800
$756,800
2017
$7,940 (+4.0%)
$451,900 + $262,100
$714,000
2016
$7,637 (+4.9%)
$422,300 + $248,800
$671,100
2015
$7,282 (+1.3%)
$394,700 + $232,500
$627,200
2014
$7,192 (+5.5%)
$360,800 + $232,600
$593,400
2013
$6,818 (+2.9%)
$360,800 + $232,600
$593,400
2012
$6,628 (+5.4%)
$360,800 + $232,600
$593,400
2011
$6,286 (+7.6%)
$359,900 + $216,800
$576,700
2010
$5,841 (+2.4%)
$367,200 + $193,900
$561,100
2009
$5,703
$374,700 + $197,900
$572,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Office, Entry Hall
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,814
Foundation Area: 820
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,841
Tax Year: 2010
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Tremont to Playstead
UnparsedAddress: 37 Playstead Rd, Newton MA 02458
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,814
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3218529S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: All Curtains, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator In Basement
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Underwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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