OFF MARKET

Off Market Jan 2019 for $1.7M

$2,677,852

•

4,700

sq ft

40 Fernwood Rd, Newton, MA 02465

About this home

Custom built Colonial sited on a picturesque property overlooking Dolan Pond Conservation Area. This home features a mahogany farmer’s porch with stately stone columns. Elegance continues inside with ~20ft ceilings in the grand foyer. On the main level you will find a stunning chef's kitchen and butler’s pantry with a wet bar. From the kitchen, French doors open out to a mahogany deck overlooking a private back yard. The living room features a custom built wood burning fire place. The first floor is completed with an office and formal dining room. The second floor offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and a laundry room. The master bedroom feels like a private oasis with cathedral ceilings, a walk-out balcony, and a 7 x 20 walk-in closet that flows into a luxurious marble bath with soaking tub. The 2-person shower is unmatched with multiple handhelds and body sprayers. The basement is fully finished with 38 x 15 family room featuring a rustic stone fireplace and wet bar. Don’t wait!

Single-familyProperty Type

2018Year Built

8,540 sq ftLot Size

$570Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by DiDuca Properties • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with DiDuca Properties • Keller Williams Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72409522

Redfin Estimate

$2,677,852

$940K since sold in January 2019$106K since August

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This home's estimate is 17.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.27M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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C
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D
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E
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SOLD DEC 23, 2025
$3,025,000
F
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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

102.5%

1.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$108K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

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Redfin agents who toured

This cape is located on a corner lot in a great neighborhood. Nice open living room and dining room with build ins. Kitchen needs some updating but has potential. Master bedroom on first floor and two additional on second floor. Finished basement.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Andrea Young
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 40 Fernwood Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72409522

Jan 10, 2019

Sold

$1,737,500

$370/sq ft

Nov 7, 2018

Pending

—

Nov 3, 2018

Price Changed

$1,800,000

$383/sq ft

Oct 12, 2018

Price Changed

$1,850,000

$394/sq ft

Oct 11, 2018

Listed

$1,849,900

$394/sq ft

MLS PIN #71996658

Aug 31, 2016

Sold

$677,000

$144/sq ft

May 5, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 29, 2016

Listed

$599,900

$128/sq ft

+14

No showings until public open house on Sunday, May 1st at 1:00pm. Location! Location! Location! Charm and character abound in this Cape style home situated in established W. Newton neighborhood abutting Dolan Pond Conservation. House is in need of updating but the potential is there for investor, builder or handy end user. Period details like arched doorways and built-ins add to the charm. This home offers; Formal living room with walls of windows and wood burning fireplace, dining room, kitchen and mudroom, full bath and 1st floor bedroom. Plus, 2/3 additional bedrooms and finished lower level. And a fenced rear yard and 2 driveways.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$22,491 (+3.8%)

$859,300 + $1,461,800

$2,321,100

2025

$21,664 (+3.4%)

$818,400 + $1,392,200

$2,210,600

2024

$20,947 (+4.1%)

$794,600 + $1,351,600

$2,146,200

2023

$20,117 (+4.5%)

$605,200 + $1,370,900

$1,976,100

2022

$19,248 (+3.6%)

$560,400 + $1,269,300

$1,829,700

2021

$18,573 (+3.1%)

$528,700 + $1,197,400

$1,726,100

2020

$18,022 (+50.2%)

$528,700 + $1,197,500

$1,726,200

2019

$12,001 (+100.0%)

$513,300 + $635,100

$1,148,400

2018

$6,000 (+3.1%)

$466,300 + $88,200

$554,500

2017

$5,817 (+4.5%)

$439,900 + $83,200

$523,100

2016

$5,564 (+4.9%)

$411,100 + $77,800

$488,900

2015

$5,305 (+0.7%)

$384,200 + $72,700

$456,900

2014

$5,269 (+5.5%)

$353,100 + $81,600

$434,700

2013

$4,995 (+2.9%)

$353,100 + $81,600

$434,700

2012

$4,856 (−0.5%)

$353,100 + $81,600

$434,700

2011

$4,878 (+2.6%)

$355,700 + $91,800

$447,500

2010

$4,753 (+2.4%)

$363,000 + $93,600

$456,600

2009

$4,640

$370,400 + $95,500

$465,900

Tax history for 40 Fernwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$22,491 (+3.8%)

$859,300 + $1,461,800

$2,321,100

2025

$21,664 (+3.4%)

$818,400 + $1,392,200

$2,210,600

2024

$20,947 (+4.1%)

$794,600 + $1,351,600

$2,146,200

2023

$20,117 (+4.5%)

$605,200 + $1,370,900

$1,976,100

2022

$19,248 (+3.6%)

$560,400 + $1,269,300

$1,829,700

2021

$18,573 (+3.1%)

$528,700 + $1,197,400

$1,726,100

2020

$18,022 (+50.2%)

$528,700 + $1,197,500

$1,726,200

2019

$12,001 (+100.0%)

$513,300 + $635,100

$1,148,400

2018

$6,000 (+3.1%)

$466,300 + $88,200

$554,500

2017

$5,817 (+4.5%)

$439,900 + $83,200

$523,100

2016

$5,564 (+4.9%)

$411,100 + $77,800

$488,900

2015

$5,305 (+0.7%)

$384,200 + $72,700

$456,900

2014

$5,269 (+5.5%)

$353,100 + $81,600

$434,700

2013

$4,995 (+2.9%)

$353,100 + $81,600

$434,700

2012

$4,856 (−0.5%)

$353,100 + $81,600

$434,700

2011

$4,878 (+2.6%)

$355,700 + $91,800

$447,500

2010

$4,753 (+2.4%)

$363,000 + $93,600

$456,600

2009

$4,640

$370,400 + $95,500

$465,900

*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

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,921

Year built

2017

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2478361S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Insulated, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 336
Length: 21
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 25
Length: 5
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 72
Length: 12
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 396
Length: 22
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 570
Length: 38
Width: 15
Level: Basement
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Wet Bar,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Wet Bar,Recessed Lighting,Wine Chiller

Kitchen Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X7
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom, Mud Room, Foyer, Play Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,700
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Builder
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Auburndale Rd to Fernwood
UnparsedAddress: 40 Fernwood Rd, Newton MA 02465

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,921
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2478361S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

C C Burr

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

F A Day Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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

52% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$2.54M – $3.08M

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Home values near 40 Fernwood Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Fernwood Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1472 Sq. Ft.	$1,063,113
41 Fernwood Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2808 Sq. Ft.	$1,410,886

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Fernwood Road, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$1,048,662
33 Fernwood Road, West Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1444 Sq. Ft.	$978,792

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Fernwood Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2270 Sq. Ft.	$1,381,361
40 Fernwood Road, West Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2921 Sq. Ft.	$2,284,239

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