Farlow Hill-This stately, updated, slate roof Colonial has wonderful space, arch. details, numerous vistas & today's amenities. A grand foyer leads to a formal dining rm to the left, floor-through living rm to the right with a fireplace & French doors leading to a spacious rear balcony. Straight ahead is a rustic family rm/office w/glass doors, dark stained oak custom shelves & nice views. The Poggenpohl designed kitchen has a Wolf range, SubZero fridge, pantry & dining area. Off the kitchen is a mudroom & powder room. An elegant staircase leads to the 2nd floor landing, 2 bedrooms & a full bath, as well as a master suite w/ 4-piece en suite bath, dressing room/office & lovely rear deck. Enjoy tree top sunsets. The 3rd floor has an office space, full bath, bonus room/studio, & guest bedroom. The walk-out finished lower level has a terrific family/rec. room & sliders to a spacious back yard perfect for relaxing, al fresco dining & entertaining, a full bath and kitchenette. A must see.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
10,317 sq ftLot Size
$703Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Barbara Hakim• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Bought with The Team - Real Estate Advisors• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
This home sits atop a hill with a view of a Newton golf course and beyond. The home is pretty dated for the most part, mostly in the bathrooms and lower level secondary kitchen, but the main kitchen has been recently updated. The entire back yard...
is an in ground pool and surrounding deck, and there is no garage, but the setting is quiet, and the home gets ample natural light throughout the day.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Back on the market! Refreshed with new level back yard replacing pool and with garage options for the new owner. This lovely home on desirable Farlow Hill awaits you. Dramatic views overlook the Commonwealth Golf Course. A recently renovated kitchen, luxurious Master Bedroom with dressing room/ ensuite bath/ balcony, spacious third floor with fourth bedroom, as well as two other large rooms for multiple uses, set this striking Colonial apart from the traditional and predictable Colonial home. Beautifully preserved woodwork and hardwood floors, wainscoting, pilasters, French doors, and a large foyer create a gracious and welcoming first floor. From the living room, family room, kitchen, Master bedroom and downstairs recreation room, views abound. In addition to the recently renovated kitchen, the property has central air, many new windows, and outdoor balconies/porches. Easy access to downtown Boston, Logan Airport, and near public transportation.
Public Records
Jul 28, 2008
Sold
$1,172,500
$334/sq ft
MLS PIN #70732237
Jul 28, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jul 28, 2008
Sold
$1,172,500
$334/sq ft
Apr 29, 2008
Contingent
—
Apr 28, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Mar 27, 2008
Listed
$1,250,000
$356/sq ft
Farlow Hill. Gracious Colonial. Built approx 1926. Extensive renovations. 10,317 sf lot. Five BR with 2,412 sf of living space. Spacious foyer. LR with gas FP. French Doors to terrace, formal DR,library with richly stained oak wainscoting and views of Commonwealth Golf Course. Eat in kitchen with pantry, mudroom, family room with kitchenette, and french doors to inground pool with cedar deck. Underground sprinkler system. Additional storage. Off street Parking.
MLS PIN #30670268
Feb 19, 2003
Sold
$897,000
$255/sq ft
Jan 7, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Nov 22, 2002
Listed
$929,000
$264/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,876 (+22.4%)
$1,337,800 + $919,800
$2,257,600
2025
$17,871 (+3.4%)
$1,274,100 + $549,500
$1,823,600
2024
$17,280 (+4.1%)
$1,237,000 + $533,500
$1,770,500
2023
$16,592 (−6.7%)
$938,100 + $691,800
$1,629,900
2022
$17,792 (+3.6%)
$868,600 + $822,700
$1,691,300
2021
$17,169 (+3.1%)
$819,400 + $776,200
$1,595,600
2020
$16,658 (+2.9%)
$819,400 + $776,200
$1,595,600
2019
$16,188 (+3.4%)
$795,500 + $753,600
$1,549,100
2018
$15,650 (+3.1%)
$695,500 + $750,900
$1,446,400
2017
$15,173 (+2.9%)
$656,100 + $708,400
$1,364,500
2016
$14,751 (+4.9%)
$613,200 + $683,000
$1,296,200
2015
$14,064 (+0.3%)
$573,100 + $638,300
$1,211,400
2014
$14,026 (+5.5%)
$529,400 + $627,900
$1,157,300
2013
$13,297 (+2.9%)
$529,400 + $627,900
$1,157,300
2012
$12,927 (+7.1%)
$529,400 + $627,900
$1,157,300
2011
$12,066 (+2.6%)
$529,100 + $577,900
$1,107,000
2010
$11,759 (+25.2%)
$539,900 + $589,700
$1,129,600
2009
$9,395
$492,900 + $450,400
$943,300
Tax history for 55 Huntington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,876 (+22.4%)
$1,337,800 + $919,800
$2,257,600
2025
$17,871 (+3.4%)
$1,274,100 + $549,500
$1,823,600
2024
$17,280 (+4.1%)
$1,237,000 + $533,500
$1,770,500
2023
$16,592 (−6.7%)
$938,100 + $691,800
$1,629,900
2022
$17,792 (+3.6%)
$868,600 + $822,700
$1,691,300
2021
$17,169 (+3.1%)
$819,400 + $776,200
$1,595,600
2020
$16,658 (+2.9%)
$819,400 + $776,200
$1,595,600
2019
$16,188 (+3.4%)
$795,500 + $753,600
$1,549,100
2018
$15,650 (+3.1%)
$695,500 + $750,900
$1,446,400
2017
$15,173 (+2.9%)
$656,100 + $708,400
$1,364,500
2016
$14,751 (+4.9%)
$613,200 + $683,000
$1,296,200
2015
$14,064 (+0.3%)
$573,100 + $638,300
$1,211,400
2014
$14,026 (+5.5%)
$529,400 + $627,900
$1,157,300
2013
$13,297 (+2.9%)
$529,400 + $627,900
$1,157,300
2012
$12,927 (+7.1%)
$529,400 + $627,900
$1,157,300
2011
$12,066 (+2.6%)
$529,100 + $577,900
$1,107,000
2010
$11,759 (+25.2%)
$539,900 + $589,700
$1,129,600
2009
$9,395
$492,900 + $450,400
$943,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
UnparsedAddress: 55 Huntington Rd, Newton MA 02458
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,515
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 10,317 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3260813S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Underwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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