OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2024 for $1.5M

$1,642,081

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $971/mo

•

2,453

sq ft

40 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 02461

About this home

It's already been done for you! This property has undergone meticulous and thoughtful renovations throughout. The main level features an open kitchen/dining room concept, showcasing period details mixed beautifully with a modern classic kitchen: SS appliance, marble counters, contemporary lighting, and breakfast bar. Gather in front of the fireplace in the spacious living room or grab a book and cozy up in the sunroom, with a view of the landscaped yard and stunning specimen trees. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite will spoil you... Double vanity, double shower heads, double closets, all the finest materials. 2 more bedrooms + a family bath are on this level. Bonus 3rd level! Skylights + its own cooling/heating zone make this space perfect for an office, yoga retreat or personal hideaway. Hangout and/or gym space are in the lower level with a convenient bathroom nearby. 1c direct entry garage. Close to shops/restaurants + playground in Newton Highlands! 2 min to the T!

Single-familyProperty Type

1932Year Built

5,520 sq ftLot Size

$669Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Sarina Steinmetz • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Bought with S. Amber Smit • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

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•Source:MLS PIN #73200056

Redfin Estimate

$1,642,081

$137K since sold in March 2024$38K since October

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This home's estimate is 8.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.51M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$1,299,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths1,936 sq ft
66 Linden St, Newton, MA 02464
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,650,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,970 sq ft
93 Manchester Rd, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,560,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,414 sq ft
24 Fenno Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD OCT 27, 2026
$1,150,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths1,656 sq ft
138 Winchester St, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,305,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,076 sq ft
26 Circuit Ave, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$2,110,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,780 sq ft
82 Allen Ave, Waban, MA 02468

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Market trends in 02461, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

102.2%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$188K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

2 days MoM

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Sale history for 40 Waldorf Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73200056

Mar 27, 2024

Sold

$1,505,000

$614/sq ft

Feb 7, 2024

Listed

$1,299,000

$530/sq ft

MLS PIN #71490219

May 13, 2013

Sold

$690,000

$281/sq ft

Mar 11, 2013

Contingent

—

Mar 6, 2013

Listed

$699,000

$285/sq ft

Newton Highlands: Charming Garrison Colonial in wonderful condition close to Eliot MBTA Station. Refinished hardwood floors & recently painted. Living room with fireplace and built-In book cases. Wonderful sunroom/den with cathedral ceiling and skylight leads to covered screen porch. Lovely tiered lot with brick patio and mature plantings. Master bedroom with walk in closet & sliders to deck. Finished 3rd fl and lower level. Newer heating and Hot hater systems. Roof 2008. Easy access to RT 9/95.

Public Records

Nov 1, 1984

Sold

$150,000

$61/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,636 (+3.8%)

$923,000 + $381,000

$1,304,000

2025

$12,171 (+3.4%)

$879,000 + $362,900

$1,241,900

2024

$11,768 (+5.4%)

$853,400 + $352,300

$1,205,700

2023

$11,164 (+4.5%)

$641,500 + $455,200

$1,096,700

2022

$10,683 (+3.6%)

$594,000 + $421,500

$1,015,500

2021

$10,308 (+3.1%)

$560,400 + $397,600

$958,000

2020

$10,002 (+2.9%)

$560,400 + $397,600

$958,000

2019

$9,720 (+9.1%)

$544,100 + $386,000

$930,100

2018

$8,910 (+9.4%)

$492,800 + $330,700

$823,500

2017

$8,148 (+4.6%)

$464,900 + $267,800

$732,700

2016

$7,793 (+4.9%)

$434,500 + $250,300

$684,800

2015

$7,430

$406,100 + $233,900

$640,000

2014

$7,427 (+10.2%)

$371,900 + $240,900

$612,800

2013

$6,739 (+2.9%)

$371,900 + $214,600

$586,500

2012

$6,551 (+4.1%)

$371,900 + $214,600

$586,500

2011

$6,293 (+2.6%)

$371,500 + $205,800

$577,300

2010

$6,133 (+2.4%)

$379,100 + $210,000

$589,100

2009

$5,987

$386,800 + $214,300

$601,100

Tax history for 40 Waldorf Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,636 (+3.8%)

$923,000 + $381,000

$1,304,000

2025

$12,171 (+3.4%)

$879,000 + $362,900

$1,241,900

2024

$11,768 (+5.4%)

$853,400 + $352,300

$1,205,700

2023

$11,164 (+4.5%)

$641,500 + $455,200

$1,096,700

2022

$10,683 (+3.6%)

$594,000 + $421,500

$1,015,500

2021

$10,308 (+3.1%)

$560,400 + $397,600

$958,000

2020

$10,002 (+2.9%)

$560,400 + $397,600

$958,000

2019

$9,720 (+9.1%)

$544,100 + $386,000

$930,100

2018

$8,910 (+9.4%)

$492,800 + $330,700

$823,500

2017

$8,148 (+4.6%)

$464,900 + $267,800

$732,700

2016

$7,793 (+4.9%)

$434,500 + $250,300

$684,800

2015

$7,430

$406,100 + $233,900

$640,000

2014

$7,427 (+10.2%)

$371,900 + $240,900

$612,800

2013

$6,739 (+2.9%)

$371,900 + $214,600

$586,500

2012

$6,551 (+4.1%)

$371,900 + $214,600

$586,500

2011

$6,293 (+2.6%)

$371,500 + $205,800

$577,300

2010

$6,133 (+2.4%)

$379,100 + $210,000

$589,100

2009

$5,987

$386,800 + $214,300

$601,100

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,872

Year built

1932

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3875560S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 220
Length: 20
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet

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

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 55
Length: 11
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 105
Length: 15
Width: 7
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Kitchen Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Skylight, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom, Play Room, Bonus Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,453
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,274
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Boylston St. to Meredith
UnparsedAddress: 40 Waldorf Rd, Newton MA 02461

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,872
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1932
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3875560S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Angier Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% 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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$1.56M – $1.89M

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Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2016 Sq. Ft.	$1,325,320
27 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2268 Sq. Ft.	$1,457,711
36 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2036 Sq. Ft.	$1,390,567
51 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$1,443,924
52 Waldorf Rd, Newton Upper Falls, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1616 Sq. Ft.	$1,133,452
56 Waldorf Rd, Newton Upper Falls, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3114 Sq. Ft.	$1,969,478
1123 Boylston St, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2618 Sq. Ft.	$1,295,581

Address	Redfin Estimate
37 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2350 Sq. Ft.	$1,529,893
52 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1616 Sq. Ft.	$1,174,263
30 Waldorf Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1664 Sq. Ft.	$1,223,713
51 Waldorf Rd, Newton Upper Falls, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2232 Sq. Ft.	$1,570,381
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