Step into this charming Newton Centre Victorian home built in 1895 that will captivate you with its warmth and sophistication. Imagine gathering with friends on the front porch and instantly feeling a sense of belonging in this fantastic neighborhood. This 5 bedroom home features generously proportioned rooms, high ceilings, large windows, and period details throughout.The entry foyer opens to the gracious dining room and family room with a wood burning fireplace and hardwood floors.The remodeled kitchen with stainless appliances and breakfast area opens to the deck overlooking a picturesque yard leading to the expansive Weeks Field through your very own private gate! Completing the first floor is a spacious office perfect for those working from home.The second floor boasts a romantic primary suite with stunning views plus 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath.There are 2 lovely bedrooms, a full bath and a bonus room on the third floor. Finished lower level with direct access to yard.
Single-familyProperty Type
1895Year Built
7,400 sq ftLot Size
$640Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Karen Chinitz• Engel & Volkers Wellesley
*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
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,687
Year built
1895
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1459742S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
May 22, 2025 • Active
Building permit - application
Renovate the kitchen and the deck.
Kitchen
Remodel
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Laundry Features: Sink, Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Skylight, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Pine, Wood Laminate
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Cable Hookup, Bathroom, Mud Room, Home Office, Bonus Room, Game Room, Play Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,838
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Sage
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Features: Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,879
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: GPS
UnparsedAddress: 53 Oxford Road, Newton MA 02459
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,687
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1459742S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowen
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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