HUGE PRICE REDUCTION!! Welcome to Newton Highlands! Own one of these hard to find brick style duplex with 2 car garage. This townhouse style home has many updated features/utilities. Each unit has 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom with potential for 3rd bedroom. You can find granite countertops in both units with hardwood floor throughout. Semi-finished basement allows for extra living space. Unit 2 was completely gutted and remodeled 2 years ago. Unit #1 is gas heating & Unit #2 is oil heating. Plenty of off street parking in the large driveway along with street parking. The dining room opens up to the living room for an open layout feel. Each unit has its own separate entrances, exits, and basements with laundry. Conveniently located near Crystal Lake, Newton South High School, Wegmans, Shops, Restaurants, and highway access. Tenants are currently paying under market rent. This turn-key home is perfect for investor or owner-occupancy. Lead compliance certificates for both units
Newton Highlands, brick 2 family has many updates: heating systems, electrical service, roof, windows, front and rear doors, front stairs, water heaters and new laundry machines in each unit. Unit #5 has an updated bathroom and all new kitchen including new appliances and granite counters. Freshly painted walls, ceilings and new light fixtures throughout Unit #5. Only thing left is to sand the wood floors! Unit #3 has older wood cabinets in the kitchen and a vintage bathroom. Both units are spacious and open on the first level with living rooms, dining rooms and kitchens each with a private deck off the back. Separate basements: laundry set ups on each side. Unit #3 has a partially finished basement room and Unit #5 has the potential for a finished room in the basement. 2 car garage and plenty of off street parking. Certified lead safe building. Side by side, townhouse style units. Bowen School
Public Records
Apr 1, 1984
Sold
$167,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,116 (+3.8%)
$687,100 + $460,100
$1,147,200
2025
$10,707 (+3.4%)
$654,400 + $438,200
$1,092,600
2024
$10,353 (+4.1%)
$635,300 + $425,500
$1,060,800
2023
$9,948 (−11.1%)
$512,800 + $464,400
$977,200
2022
$11,192 (+6.6%)
$474,800 + $589,100
$1,063,900
2021
$10,503 (+3.1%)
$435,600 + $540,500
$976,100
2020
$10,190 (+6.9%)
$435,600 + $540,500
$976,100
2019
$9,532 (+16.1%)
$407,100 + $505,100
$912,200
2018
$8,207 (+6.1%)
$382,000 + $376,500
$758,500
2017
$7,738 (+6.5%)
$350,500 + $345,400
$695,900
2016
$7,265 (+4.9%)
$321,600 + $316,800
$638,400
2015
$6,927 (+35.9%)
$300,600 + $296,000
$596,600
2014
$5,099 (+5.5%)
$278,100 + $142,600
$420,700
2013
$4,834 (+2.9%)
$278,100 + $142,600
$420,700
2012
$4,699 (−0.4%)
$278,100 + $142,600
$420,700
2011
$4,720 (+2.6%)
$288,800 + $144,200
$433,000
2010
$4,599 (−0.7%)
$294,700 + $147,100
$441,800
2009
$4,632
$310,200 + $154,900
$465,100
Tax history for 3-5 Payne Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,116 (+3.8%)
$687,100 + $460,100
$1,147,200
2025
$10,707 (+3.4%)
$654,400 + $438,200
$1,092,600
2024
$10,353 (+4.1%)
$635,300 + $425,500
$1,060,800
2023
$9,948 (−11.1%)
$512,800 + $464,400
$977,200
2022
$11,192 (+6.6%)
$474,800 + $589,100
$1,063,900
2021
$10,503 (+3.1%)
$435,600 + $540,500
$976,100
2020
$10,190 (+6.9%)
$435,600 + $540,500
$976,100
2019
$9,532 (+16.1%)
$407,100 + $505,100
$912,200
2018
$8,207 (+6.1%)
$382,000 + $376,500
$758,500
2017
$7,738 (+6.5%)
$350,500 + $345,400
$695,900
2016
$7,265 (+4.9%)
$321,600 + $316,800
$638,400
2015
$6,927 (+35.9%)
$300,600 + $296,000
$596,600
2014
$5,099 (+5.5%)
$278,100 + $142,600
$420,700
2013
$4,834 (+2.9%)
$278,100 + $142,600
$420,700
2012
$4,699 (−0.4%)
$278,100 + $142,600
$420,700
2011
$4,720 (+2.6%)
$288,800 + $144,200
$433,000
2010
$4,599 (−0.7%)
$294,700 + $147,100
$441,800
2009
$4,632
$310,200 + $154,900
$465,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom With Tub, Remodeled, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,733
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Stories (Total): 4
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,502
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Location Information
Directions: see mapquest
UnparsedAddress: 3-5 Payne Rd, Newton MA 02461
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,002
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3063779S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowen
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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