Pretty sprawling custom built Ranch on a picturesque deep lot with 13,613sf of level yard. With 100 feet of frontage this home has wonderful street presence and curb appeal. Wide driveway with abundant space for 4 cars plus an oversized one car garage, with direct access into an enormous flagstone sunroom featuring built-in pizza oven / BBQ and walls of glass overlooking the huge, private back yard with a large corner storage shed. Inside you'll find a custom layout with 3673 sq ft of living space, featuring a huge living room with marble faced fireplace and a large bow window with window seat. There is an oversized foyer to greet guests and two nice coat closets. The kitchen has a distinct mid century modern vibe with updated appliances and a large box window over the sink for your favorite plants. The kitchen has a large area for a breakfast table or homework station, and there is a separate 20 foot long dining room for your extended family & friends holiday feasts. Sliders to a 28' heated sunroom with 9 foot sliding doors that bring the outside in, creating a unique & intimate experience. 3 generous bedrooms, all with double closets or more, complete the main level. The lower level is a real gem, containing 1547sf of extra finished living space. There is a bonus kitchen and bath, as well as an office that could become the 4th bedroom with a window/window well for egress. That would make the lower level close to compliance with the ADU requirements of the City of Newton. The rest of the space is wide open, and contains a playroom, game room with wet bar, and a family room with a large fireplace. There is a separate, direct egress from the lower level to the rear yard. Walkable to schools, city swimming pool, and more. 15 minutes to downtown. Come see this lovely home on a quiet street near Albemarle Field and invite your friends over to watch the 251st edition of the 4th of July fireworks.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$408Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ed Lyon• Preservation Properties
Listed by Ed Lyon EcoBroker Group• Preservation Properties
Bought with Matthew Stevens• Stevens Property Group
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Storage, Closet - Double, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Game Room, Play Room, Office, Foyer, Kitchen, Sun Room, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar
Green Indoor Air Quality: Contaminant Control, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
Lot Features: Level
Frontage Length: 100
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,397
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Passive Solar
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Horace-Mann
Middle Or Junior School: Day
High School: North
Location Information
Directions: Off North St near Albemarle Field, Day Jr High & Cheesecake Brook
UnparsedAddress: 56 Brookdale Rd, Newton MA 02460
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,889
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1876731S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Seller Furnishings.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
F A Day Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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Local insights from Redfin agents
Comprising 13 distinct 'villages,' Newton remains a fiercely competitive Seller's market. With restrictive zoning, multiple T stops, and a suburban setting near Boston, this highly desirable, built-out city lacks new buildable land, ensuring new...
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
54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 10% for direct sun exposure in Newton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.24M – $1.50M
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