This delightful, updated Cape on a corner lot is move-in ready. The first floor features an updated kitchen with granite countertops and high-end stainless steel appliances (and exterior access to the side yard), a dining area, a large living room with fireplace and built-in bookshelves, a spacious sunroom/den with great natural light, two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Second floor has a large master bedroom with abundant closet space, a full bathroom, another bedroom and a common room perfect for home office, library or entertainment. The lower level has a finished mudroom with direct access to the garage and back yard/patio, laundry area, extra storage and utilities. With hardwood floors throughout all main rooms (tiling in bathrooms), updated windows and exterior doors, a newer hot water heater, a security system, and a fenced-in yard. It is only one-half mile from the Eliot Station "T" stop to downtown Boston. This gem is not to be missed!
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
6,580 sq ftLot Size
$754Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Leena Agnihotri• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.
Bought with The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Location! Situated in an idyllic setting in one of the most picturesque hilltop corners of Newton, this lovely home has the perfect layout on two floors of living. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths with great flow, this classic Cape home boasts a spacious living room, dining room, and a lovely sunroom. The modern, fully-renovated kitchen has granite countertops, high-end appliances, a SubZero fridge, custom cabinetry, and beautiful backsplash. Features include hardwood floors, replacement windows and central air conditioning. The bedrooms are spacious and light-filled, and the bathrooms well-situated and tastefully tiled. Partially finished lower level has ample storage, laundry and mudroom, with direct access to the garage. This fine home is complemented by a large backyard with a stone patio perfect for entertaining. Close to parks, schools, restaurants, shopping, Whole Foods, major highways, the Eliot T stop, and all that Newton has to offer. Simply beautiful and convenient!
MLS PIN #70939778
Oct 22, 2009
Sold
$603,000
$316/sq ft
Oct 8, 2009
Contingent
—
Jul 22, 2009
Price Changed
$629,000
$330/sq ft
Jun 26, 2009
Listed
$649,000
$340/sq ft
PICTURE BOOK CAPE WITH MULTI-PANE WINDOWS ON A PEACEFUL ROADWAY JUST A FEW MINUTES TO THE "T". FEATURES INCLUDE UPDATED KITCHEN, SUBZERO REFRIGERATION AND RECESSED LIGHTING. THE HEATING SYSTEM IS FHA BY GAS AND THERE IS CENTRAL AIR. SPACIOUS 2ND FLOOR WITH NEWER ADDITION CONSISTS OF FAMILY ROOM AND TWO BEDROOMS - THERE IS SPACE FOR A MASTER BATH ON THE 2ND FLOOR. THE BASEMENT IS FINISHED WITH A MUD ROOM AND LAUNDRY ROOM -
MLS PIN #70418194
Aug 24, 2006
Sold
$606,000
$318/sq ft
Jul 11, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jul 6, 2006
Listed
$599,000
$314/sq ft
MLS PIN #70037030
Aug 3, 2004
Sold
$570,375
$299/sq ft
Jun 1, 2004
Listing Removed
—
May 19, 2004
Listed
$599,000
$314/sq ft
MLS PIN #30340565
Oct 15, 1999
Sold
$360,000
$189/sq ft
Oct 12, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jul 24, 1999
Listed
$369,000
$193/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1985
Sold
$170,000
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,829 (+3.8%)
$868,600 + $248,900
$1,117,500
2025
$10,430 (+3.4%)
$827,200 + $237,100
$1,064,300
2024
$10,085 (+6.1%)
$803,100 + $230,200
$1,033,300
2023
$9,505 (+4.5%)
$606,700 + $327,000
$933,700
2022
$9,095 (+3.6%)
$561,800 + $302,700
$864,500
2021
$8,776 (+6.9%)
$530,000 + $285,600
$815,600
2020
$8,207 (+2.9%)
$530,000 + $256,100
$786,100
2019
$7,975 (+5.5%)
$514,600 + $248,600
$763,200
2018
$7,557 (+3.1%)
$463,500 + $234,900
$698,400
2017
$7,327 (+4.6%)
$437,300 + $221,600
$658,900
2016
$7,008 (+4.9%)
$408,700 + $207,100
$615,800
2015
$6,682 (+1.7%)
$382,000 + $193,500
$575,500
2014
$6,570 (+5.5%)
$350,300 + $191,800
$542,100
2013
$6,229 (+2.9%)
$350,300 + $191,800
$542,100
2012
$6,055 (+1.5%)
$350,300 + $191,800
$542,100
2011
$5,964 (+13.5%)
$352,300 + $194,900
$547,200
2010
$5,255 (+2.4%)
$359,500 + $145,300
$504,800
2009
$5,130
$366,800 + $148,300
$515,100
Tax history for 45 Hickory Cliff Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,829 (+3.8%)
$868,600 + $248,900
$1,117,500
2025
$10,430 (+3.4%)
$827,200 + $237,100
$1,064,300
2024
$10,085 (+6.1%)
$803,100 + $230,200
$1,033,300
2023
$9,505 (+4.5%)
$606,700 + $327,000
$933,700
2022
$9,095 (+3.6%)
$561,800 + $302,700
$864,500
2021
$8,776 (+6.9%)
$530,000 + $285,600
$815,600
2020
$8,207 (+2.9%)
$530,000 + $256,100
$786,100
2019
$7,975 (+5.5%)
$514,600 + $248,600
$763,200
2018
$7,557 (+3.1%)
$463,500 + $234,900
$698,400
2017
$7,327 (+4.6%)
$437,300 + $221,600
$658,900
2016
$7,008 (+4.9%)
$408,700 + $207,100
$615,800
2015
$6,682 (+1.7%)
$382,000 + $193,500
$575,500
2014
$6,570 (+5.5%)
$350,300 + $191,800
$542,100
2013
$6,229 (+2.9%)
$350,300 + $191,800
$542,100
2012
$6,055 (+1.5%)
$350,300 + $191,800
$542,100
2011
$5,964 (+13.5%)
$352,300 + $194,900
$547,200
2010
$5,255 (+2.4%)
$359,500 + $145,300
$504,800
2009
$5,130
$366,800 + $148,300
$515,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,908
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3883144S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Feb 17, 2023 • Active
Gas permit - application
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior Features: Lighting - Sconce, Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Den, Mud Room, High Speed Internet
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,908
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
Frontage Length: 70
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,225.20
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Rt 9 Eastbound to Hickory Cliff Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 45 Hickory Cliff Rd, Newton MA 02464
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,908
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3883144S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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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