Inviting and exceptional south facing Tudor Revival nestled on a tree-lined cul-de-sac bordering the coveted 71 acre Newton Commonwealth Golf Course near the Ward School and Boston College. This home offers a rare combination of privacy, convenience, and natural beauty. Featuring 11 spacious rooms, including 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. An updated eat in kitchen opens to a magnificent vaulted ceiling familyroom with three walls of windows, creating a bright, airy gathering space. The direct access to the deck from the kitchen or family room is perfect for outdoor dining and BBQ's. Beautiful first floor work from home private study! With generous living and entertaining spaces throughout, including a formal dining room and a timeless classic living room, this home is designed for a lifestyle to suit most! Additional highlights include the lower level 5th bedroom, bath and the 'ping-pong' game room. Direct access to an oversized 2-car garage. A wonderful home in a sensational neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
9,073 sq ftLot Size
$839Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Margie and Jon Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
SPACIOUS TUDOR SET ON CUL DE SAC OVERLOOKING GOLF COURSE. TASTEFULLY RENOVATED WITH NEW SUB ZERO,& DOUBLE THERMADORE OVENS.MASTER BATH WITH JACUZZI AND WALK IN CLOSET. BRIGHT & SUNNY, THIS HOME IS IN MOVE IN PRISTINE CONDITION!
Public Records
Nov 13, 2000
Sold
$750,000
$223/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,189 (+3.8%)
$1,428,900 + $757,800
$2,186,700
2025
$20,409 (+3.4%)
$1,360,900 + $721,700
$2,082,600
2024
$19,734 (+4.2%)
$1,321,300 + $700,600
$2,021,900
2023
$18,943 (+4.5%)
$1,008,700 + $852,100
$1,860,800
2022
$18,126 (+3.6%)
$934,000 + $789,000
$1,723,000
2021
$17,490 (+3.1%)
$881,100 + $744,400
$1,625,500
2020
$16,970 (+2.9%)
$881,100 + $744,400
$1,625,500
2019
$16,492 (+3.6%)
$855,400 + $722,800
$1,578,200
2018
$15,923 (+3.1%)
$772,200 + $699,400
$1,471,600
2017
$15,438 (+4.6%)
$728,500 + $659,800
$1,388,300
2016
$14,766 (+4.9%)
$680,800 + $616,700
$1,297,500
2015
$14,078 (−0.2%)
$636,300 + $576,300
$1,212,600
2014
$14,102 (+5.5%)
$586,100 + $577,400
$1,163,500
2013
$13,369 (+2.9%)
$586,100 + $577,400
$1,163,500
2012
$12,996 (+1.6%)
$586,100 + $577,400
$1,163,500
2011
$12,789 (+2.6%)
$595,700 + $577,600
$1,173,300
2010
$12,463 (+2.4%)
$607,900 + $589,300
$1,197,200
2009
$12,167
$620,300 + $601,300
$1,221,600
Tax history for 48 Philmore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,189 (+3.8%)
$1,428,900 + $757,800
$2,186,700
2025
$20,409 (+3.4%)
$1,360,900 + $721,700
$2,082,600
2024
$19,734 (+4.2%)
$1,321,300 + $700,600
$2,021,900
2023
$18,943 (+4.5%)
$1,008,700 + $852,100
$1,860,800
2022
$18,126 (+3.6%)
$934,000 + $789,000
$1,723,000
2021
$17,490 (+3.1%)
$881,100 + $744,400
$1,625,500
2020
$16,970 (+2.9%)
$881,100 + $744,400
$1,625,500
2019
$16,492 (+3.6%)
$855,400 + $722,800
$1,578,200
2018
$15,923 (+3.1%)
$772,200 + $699,400
$1,471,600
2017
$15,438 (+4.6%)
$728,500 + $659,800
$1,388,300
2016
$14,766 (+4.9%)
$680,800 + $616,700
$1,297,500
2015
$14,078 (−0.2%)
$636,300 + $576,300
$1,212,600
2014
$14,102 (+5.5%)
$586,100 + $577,400
$1,163,500
2013
$13,369 (+2.9%)
$586,100 + $577,400
$1,163,500
2012
$12,996 (+1.6%)
$586,100 + $577,400
$1,163,500
2011
$12,789 (+2.6%)
$595,700 + $577,600
$1,173,300
2010
$12,463 (+2.4%)
$607,900 + $589,300
$1,197,200
2009
$12,167
$620,300 + $601,300
$1,221,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, City View(s)
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Sloped
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s), Scenic View(s), City
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $20,400
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Montrose or Kenilworth to Ivanhoe to Philmore Road. Located at the end of the cul-de-sac.
UnparsedAddress: 48 Philmore Road, Newton MA 02458
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,987
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3037871S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Ward Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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