Stunning first floor 2+BR condo! Harmonious blend of classic charm and modern renovation! Beautiful and spacious eat-in kitchen featuring granite countertops, SS appliances, plus a pantry. Other notable features include gumwood trim, hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, and in-unit laundry. The condo has a classical layout with formal dining room & built-in china cabinet, living room, extra bonus room (either office or guest room), and two good size bedrooms. The parking is 2-car tandem. The basement has high ceilings and there is a shared yard/patio. Pls. note: the condo is in the Newton North school district. This property is fantastic for commuters; it is conveniently located near the Mass Pike, Newton Corner, Oak Square, and MBTA. Located just blocks away from the Newton Commonwealth Golf Course. Sunday OH, June 21st, 12-2PM.
CondoProperty Type
1925Year Built
4,752 sq ftLot Size
$527Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lilia Gouarian• Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Bought with Scott Goldsmith• Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty
Wonderfully renov. 2+bd condo w/today's style & yesterday's charm! High ceilings, gumwood trim & gorgeous hardwd flrs! Features incl: E-I-Kit w/granite counters/SS appls. & walk-in pantry, heated bonus room off of liv.rm for guests/office/play area, formal dining rm w/built-in hutch, in-unit W/D hookup, 2 car prking, shared, prof. landscaped, fenced-in yard/patio & large storage area! Great commute by MBTA to Boston or Fenway areas. Close to Mass Pike, Newton Corner & Brighton Center!
Public Records
Dec 7, 2004
Sold
$525,000
$416/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 2004
Sold
$395,000
$313/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1984
Sold
$155,000
$123/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,142 (+3.8%)
$633,800
2025
$5,915 (+3.4%)
$603,600
2024
$5,719 (+2.2%)
$586,000
2023
$5,597 (+1.6%)
$549,800
2022
$5,508 (+3.6%)
$523,600
2021
$5,315 (+3.1%)
$494,000
2020
$5,157 (+2.9%)
$494,000
2019
$5,012 (+13.4%)
$479,600
2018
$4,418 (+3.2%)
$408,300
2017
$4,283 (+4.5%)
$385,200
2016
$4,097 (+2.9%)
$360,000
2015
$3,981 (+2.6%)
$342,900
2014
$3,881 (+5.5%)
$320,200
2013
$3,679 (+2.9%)
$320,200
2012
$3,577 (+1.8%)
$320,200
2011
$3,515 (+2.6%)
$322,500
2010
$3,426 (+2.4%)
$329,100
2009
$3,345
$335,800
Tax history for 50 Playstead Rd #1
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,142 (+3.8%)
$633,800
2025
$5,915 (+3.4%)
$603,600
2024
$5,719 (+2.2%)
$586,000
2023
$5,597 (+1.6%)
$549,800
2022
$5,508 (+3.6%)
$523,600
2021
$5,315 (+3.1%)
$494,000
2020
$5,157 (+2.9%)
$494,000
2019
$5,012 (+13.4%)
$479,600
2018
$4,418 (+3.2%)
$408,300
2017
$4,283 (+4.5%)
$385,200
2016
$4,097 (+2.9%)
$360,000
2015
$3,981 (+2.6%)
$342,900
2014
$3,881 (+5.5%)
$320,200
2013
$3,679 (+2.9%)
$320,200
2012
$3,577 (+1.8%)
$320,200
2011
$3,515 (+2.6%)
$322,500
2010
$3,426 (+2.4%)
$329,100
2009
$3,345
$335,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,263
Year built
1925
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Middlesex County
APN
2414619S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Tandem
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Living Room Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Basement Information
Basement: Y
Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 4X7
Laundry Features: In Unit
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Bonus Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,263
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 1
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,981
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $150
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance
Location Information
Directions: From Oak Sq. to Tremont St. to Playstead Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 50 Playstead Rd # 1, Newton MA 02458
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,263
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2414619S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Window A/C Units Are Not Included But Negotiable.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Underwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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