OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2021 for $2.8M

$3,298,218

•

5,390

sq ft

38 Wendell Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Spectacular 5 year young Colonial sited on set back .28 acre lot with many superb updates including upgraded kitchen, principal bathroom, and bluestone patio. Sun-filled, open floor plan constructed with superb craftsmanship. First floor presents kitchen with quartz centre island, counters & backsplash, wolf stove, subzero refrigerator, and pantry space flowing into large family room with gas fireplace, built-ins, wainscoting, crown molding and direct patio access, along with powder room, formal living room w/gas fireplace, dining room, and 1st floor bedroom w/en suite bathroom. Second floor presents principal suite with vaulted ceiling, en suite bathroom with soaking tub, spa shower, and dual walk-in closets, along with 3 additional generous size bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2nd floor laundry center. Separate entrance lower level features 1 bedroom, full bathroom, large family/playroom with plenty of additional space for home office or gym, mudroom and direct access to garage.

Single-familyProperty Type

2015Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$612Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Michael Carucci • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Jason Jeon • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72892601

Redfin Estimate

$3,298,218

$448K since sold in December 2021$7,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 10.2% higher than the average sale price ($2.99M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,800,000
A
5 beds6 baths6,352 sq ft
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SOLD OCT 15, 2025
$2,900,000
B
6 beds5.5 baths5,894 sq ft
73 Wendell Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$2,980,000
C
6 beds5 baths6,094 sq ft
150 Country Club Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD SEP 2, 2025
$3,325,000
D
6 beds6 baths5,973 sq ft
45 Fox Hill Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$2,760,000
E
4 beds4.5 baths4,721 sq ft
140 Greenwood St, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 28, 2025
$3,200,000
F
6 beds6.5 baths5,875 sq ft
8 Sharpe Rd, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.9%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 38 Wendell Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72892601

Dec 15, 2021

Sold

$2,850,000

$529/sq ft

Oct 1, 2021

Price Changed

$2,895,000

$537/sq ft

Oct 1, 2021

Price Changed

$2,945,000

$546/sq ft

Sep 30, 2021

Price Changed

$2,895,000

$537/sq ft

Sep 30, 2021

Price Changed

$1,895,000

$352/sq ft

Sep 9, 2021

Listed

$2,945,000

$546/sq ft

MLS PIN #71912257

Dec 22, 2015

Sold

$2,022,000

$375/sq ft

Nov 9, 2015

Pending

—

Sep 30, 2015

Listed

$2,179,000

$404/sq ft

Spectacular new construction! Lovely Colonial with open floor plan. Wonderful moldings and superb craftsmanship. Living room with gas fireplace. First floor bedroom with en suite bathroom. Custom kitchen with centre island, granite and stainless steel appliances, open to large family room with fireplace and built ins. Family room and kitchen lead out to lovely bluestone patio. Master suite with vaulted ceiling, two walk-in closets and spa-like bathroom. Three other generous-size bedrooms on second floor with two full bathrooms. Second floor laundry area. Lower level has bedroom, playroom and full size bathroom. Walk-out office. Beautiful, level, private landscaped lot.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$30,362 (+3.8%)

$1,164,700 + $1,968,600

$3,133,300

2025

$29,244 (+3.4%)

$1,109,200 + $1,874,900

$2,984,100

2024

$28,277 (+3.0%)

$1,076,900 + $1,820,300

$2,897,200

2023

$27,464 (+4.5%)

$838,200 + $1,859,600

$2,697,800

2022

$26,279 (+3.6%)

$776,100 + $1,721,900

$2,498,000

2021

$25,357 (+3.1%)

$732,200 + $1,624,400

$2,356,600

2020

$24,603 (+2.9%)

$732,200 + $1,624,400

$2,356,600

2019

$23,910 (+2.4%)

$710,900 + $1,577,100

$2,288,000

2018

$23,352 (+3.1%)

$649,700 + $1,508,500

$2,158,200

2017

$22,640 (+195.0%)

$612,900 + $1,423,100

$2,036,000

2016

$7,675 (+4.9%)

$572,800 + $101,600

$674,400

2015

$7,318 (+0.2%)

$535,300 + $95,000

$630,300

2014

$7,305 (+5.5%)

$495,800 + $106,900

$602,700

2013

$6,925 (+2.9%)

$495,800 + $106,900

$602,700

2012

$6,732 (+1.8%)

$495,800 + $106,900

$602,700

2011

$6,614 (+2.6%)

$500,200 + $106,600

$606,800

2010

$6,446 (+2.4%)

$510,400 + $108,800

$619,200

2009

$6,293

$520,800 + $111,000

$631,800

Tax history for 38 Wendell Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$30,362 (+3.8%)

$1,164,700 + $1,968,600

$3,133,300

2025

$29,244 (+3.4%)

$1,109,200 + $1,874,900

$2,984,100

2024

$28,277 (+3.0%)

$1,076,900 + $1,820,300

$2,897,200

2023

$27,464 (+4.5%)

$838,200 + $1,859,600

$2,697,800

2022

$26,279 (+3.6%)

$776,100 + $1,721,900

$2,498,000

2021

$25,357 (+3.1%)

$732,200 + $1,624,400

$2,356,600

2020

$24,603 (+2.9%)

$732,200 + $1,624,400

$2,356,600

2019

$23,910 (+2.4%)

$710,900 + $1,577,100

$2,288,000

2018

$23,352 (+3.1%)

$649,700 + $1,508,500

$2,158,200

2017

$22,640 (+195.0%)

$612,900 + $1,423,100

$2,036,000

2016

$7,675 (+4.9%)

$572,800 + $101,600

$674,400

2015

$7,318 (+0.2%)

$535,300 + $95,000

$630,300

2014

$7,305 (+5.5%)

$495,800 + $106,900

$602,700

2013

$6,925 (+2.9%)

$495,800 + $106,900

$602,700

2012

$6,732 (+1.8%)

$495,800 + $106,900

$602,700

2011

$6,614 (+2.6%)

$500,200 + $106,600

$606,800

2010

$6,446 (+2.4%)

$510,400 + $108,800

$619,200

2009

$6,293

$520,800 + $111,000

$631,800

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,784

Year built

2014

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1606485S

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,390
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: None

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,000
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Propane, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off of Parker Street.
UnparsedAddress: 38 Wendell Road, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Golf, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,784
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1606485S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Countryside Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% 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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Estimated sale price

$3.13M – $3.79M

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Data from public records.

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27 Wendell Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2100 Sq. Ft.	$1,503,885

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20 Wendell Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2050 Sq. Ft.	$1,644,980

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 Wendell Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2610 Sq. Ft.	$1,704,393
32 Wendell Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1914 Sq. Ft.	$1,660,118

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