SOLD MAR 31, 2026

Sold on Mar 2026

$1,844,000

•

2,664

sq ft

53 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 02459

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Newton Centre! Experience the perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience in this outstanding 10-room Garrison Colonial with a beautiful, level, fenced-in backyard. This bright and airy home features tall ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and elegant bay windows in both the living and dining rooms. The stunning living room, complete with a fireplace, wood floors and recessed lighting, leads to a sun-filled den with direct backyard access. The main level also boasts an updated kitchen, inviting dining room, a mudroom, and a private office with a skylight & bookcases. A rare find, the second floor hosts all five bedrooms, including a primary suite w/ a walk-in closet & newer bath. Other features include a staircase to an unfinished attic, a two-car garage with direct entry adjacent to the kitchen, and a partially finished lower level with two rooms, plus a large area for storage. With its thoughtful layout, condition & prime location, place this home on the top of your list!

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

9,190 sq ftLot Size

$692Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Margie and Jon Team • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Matthew Armstrong • Meridian Realty Group LLC

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•Source:MLS PIN #73478024

Redfin Estimate

$2,103,755

$260K since sold in March 2026$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 64.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.28M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,325,000
A
5 beds3 baths2,440 sq ft
125 Oakdale Rd, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,180,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,939 sq ft
102 Oakdale Rd, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,499,900
C
4 beds2 baths3,042 sq ft
50 Kendall Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$884,325
D
4 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft
6 Truman Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$1,800,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,670 sq ft
25 Brandeis Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,005,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,709 sq ft
5 Olde Field Rd, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.9%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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16 MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $5,496 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 53 Sheldon Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,740 (+3.8%)

$990,900 + $323,900

$1,314,800

2025

$12,272 (+3.4%)

$943,700 + $308,500

$1,252,200

2024

$11,865 (+5.1%)

$916,200 + $299,500

$1,215,700

2023

$11,293 (+4.5%)

$702,900 + $406,400

$1,109,300

2022

$10,805 (+3.6%)

$650,800 + $376,300

$1,027,100

2021

$10,426 (+3.1%)

$614,000 + $355,000

$969,000

2020

$10,116 (+2.9%)

$614,000 + $355,000

$969,000

2019

$9,831 (+3.7%)

$596,100 + $344,700

$940,800

2018

$9,480 (+3.1%)

$541,200 + $335,000

$876,200

2017

$9,192 (+4.6%)

$510,600 + $316,000

$826,600

2016

$8,791 (+4.9%)

$477,200 + $295,300

$772,500

2015

$8,382 (+6.2%)

$446,000 + $276,000

$722,000

2014

$7,895 (+5.5%)

$411,100 + $240,300

$651,400

2013

$7,485 (+2.9%)

$411,100 + $240,300

$651,400

2012

$7,276 (+2.0%)

$411,100 + $240,300

$651,400

2011

$7,134 (+2.6%)

$416,600 + $237,900

$654,500

2010

$6,953 (+2.4%)

$425,100 + $242,800

$667,900

2009

$6,788

$433,800 + $247,700

$681,500

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,148 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,239

Year built

1938

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2335485S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
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Master Bedroom Information
Area: 223.83
Length: 19.75
Width: 11.33
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 177.22
Length: 14.67
Width: 12.08
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 145.83
Length: 14
Width: 10.42
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 123.72
Length: 11.33
Width: 10.92
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 73.46
Length: 10.25
Width: 7.17
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 18.75
Length: 6.25
Width: 3
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 40.47
Length: 7.83
Width: 5.17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 36.17
Length: 7
Width: 5.17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 285.22
Length: 25.17
Width: 11.33
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 137.95
Length: 12.08
Width: 11.42
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 135.55
Length: 12.42
Width: 10.92
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Office Room Information
Area: 100.69
Length: 10.42
Width: 9.67
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Skylight, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl / VCT, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Closet, Entry Hall, Den, Office, Bonus Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,664
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Cream

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2239
Below Grade Finished Area: 425
Green Energy Generation: Solar
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,743
Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Power Production Annual: 7574
Power Production Annual Status: B
Power Production Monthly Lease Approx: 189
Power Production Size: 0
Power Production Type: B
Power Production Year Install: 2024

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric, Active Solar
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump

Location

School Information
High School: Nshs

Location Information
Directions: House is on the corner of Sheldon and Hagen.
UnparsedAddress: 53 Sheldon Road, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,239
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2335485S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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34/100 Car-Dependent45/100 Some transit47/100 Somewhat bikeable

Schools
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Transit

Countryside Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$2.00M – $2.42M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Sheldon Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2112 Sq. Ft.	$1,616,615
54 Sheldon Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3089 Sq. Ft.	$2,281,810

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Sheldon Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2654 Sq. Ft.	$1,776,461
48 Sheldon Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2020 Sq. Ft.	$1,590,064

Address	Redfin Estimate
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42 Sheldon Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2091 Sq. Ft.	$1,622,487

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