OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2020 for $1.6M

$2,331,572

•

3,260

sq ft

40 Royce Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Situated on a lovely corner lot, this five-bedroom Colonial in Newton Centre boasts over 3,200 square feet of living space on four floors. With bright natural light throughout, the first floor features a gracious foyer, spacious living room, den and office with access to the level back yard. As well as a formal dining room, half bath and kitchen. The second level includes a generous Master Suite complete with walk-in-closet and en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms and a family bath round out the second floor. The third floor features an additional bedroom and full bath. A finished basement offers flexible living space with a full bath and additional storage. Central Air and a Two Car Detached Garage add to the ease of living in this lovely home. Close to Newton Centre, Whole Foods, houses of worship, Newton Schools, Mass Pike and Storrow Drive to Boston, Cambridge, and points West.

Single-familyProperty Type

1919Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$715Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ilene Solomon • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Bought with Debby Belt • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72642971

Redfin Estimate

$2,331,572

$724K since sold in May 2020$12K since July

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This home's estimate is 4.7% lower than the average sale price ($2.45M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,435,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths2,291 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$2,760,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths3,532 sq ft
60 Ashton Ave, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,725,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths3,655 sq ft
9 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,702,000
D
5 beds4 baths5,005 sq ft
14 Hampden Ter, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$3,061,000
E
5 beds4 baths5,446 sq ft
30 Trowbridge Ave, Newton, MA 02460
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,000,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths2,686 sq ft
34 Converse Ave, Newton, MA 02458

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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 40 Royce Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$19,364 (+3.8%)

$1,343,200 + $655,100

$1,998,300

2025

$18,650 (+3.4%)

$1,279,200 + $623,900

$1,903,100

2024

$18,034 (+4.9%)

$1,241,900 + $605,800

$1,847,700

2023

$17,194 (+4.5%)

$955,400 + $733,600

$1,689,000

2022

$16,452 (+1.7%)

$884,600 + $679,300

$1,563,900

2021

$16,170 (+3.1%)

$834,500 + $668,300

$1,502,800

2020

$15,689 (+2.9%)

$834,500 + $668,300

$1,502,800

2019

$15,247 (+5.2%)

$810,200 + $648,800

$1,459,000

2018

$14,492 (+3.1%)

$728,900 + $610,500

$1,339,400

2017

$14,051 (+4.6%)

$687,600 + $576,000

$1,263,600

2016

$13,439 (+4.9%)

$642,600 + $538,300

$1,180,900

2015

$12,813 (+0.8%)

$600,600 + $503,000

$1,103,600

2014

$12,709 (+5.5%)

$549,500 + $499,100

$1,048,600

2013

$12,048 (+2.9%)

$549,500 + $499,100

$1,048,600

2012

$11,713 (+2.0%)

$549,500 + $499,100

$1,048,600

2011

$11,482 (+2.6%)

$551,200 + $502,200

$1,053,400

2010

$11,190 (+2.4%)

$562,400 + $512,500

$1,074,900

2009

$10,924

$573,900 + $522,900

$1,096,800

Tax history for 40 Royce Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$19,364 (+3.8%)

$1,343,200 + $655,100

$1,998,300

2025

$18,650 (+3.4%)

$1,279,200 + $623,900

$1,903,100

2024

$18,034 (+4.9%)

$1,241,900 + $605,800

$1,847,700

2023

$17,194 (+4.5%)

$955,400 + $733,600

$1,689,000

2022

$16,452 (+1.7%)

$884,600 + $679,300

$1,563,900

2021

$16,170 (+3.1%)

$834,500 + $668,300

$1,502,800

2020

$15,689 (+2.9%)

$834,500 + $668,300

$1,502,800

2019

$15,247 (+5.2%)

$810,200 + $648,800

$1,459,000

2018

$14,492 (+3.1%)

$728,900 + $610,500

$1,339,400

2017

$14,051 (+4.6%)

$687,600 + $576,000

$1,263,600

2016

$13,439 (+4.9%)

$642,600 + $538,300

$1,180,900

2015

$12,813 (+0.8%)

$600,600 + $503,000

$1,103,600

2014

$12,709 (+5.5%)

$549,500 + $499,100

$1,048,600

2013

$12,048 (+2.9%)

$549,500 + $499,100

$1,048,600

2012

$11,713 (+2.0%)

$549,500 + $499,100

$1,048,600

2011

$11,482 (+2.6%)

$551,200 + $502,200

$1,053,400

2010

$11,190 (+2.4%)

$562,400 + $512,500

$1,074,900

2009

$10,924

$573,900 + $522,900

$1,096,800

*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.

2,692

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1561112S

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: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access,Crown Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 96
Length: 12
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 416
Length: 13
Width: 32
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Family Room Information
Area: 171
Length: 9
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 240
Length: 24
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Exterior Access

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 10X5
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Entrance Foyer, Office, Bathroom, Bonus Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,260
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Brick

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

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

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,689
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Ave to Morton Street to Royce Road
UnparsedAddress: 40 Royce Rd, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,692
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1561112S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Mason-Rice Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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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$2.22M – $2.68M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
58 Royce Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1718 Sq. Ft.	$1,663,257
35 Royce Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4654 Sq. Ft.	$3,520,499

Address	Redfin Estimate
25 Royce Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2384 Sq. Ft.	$1,763,632
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29 Royce Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3533 Sq. Ft.	$2,918,784
51 Royce Rd, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,190,948

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