Back on market due to previous buyer's loss of financing. Beautiful gardens and an elegant brick walkway welcome you home to this wonderful 3-bedroom Colonial in Newton’s desirable Farlow Hill neighborhood! The first floor features a cheerful updated kitchen, formal dining room, front-to-back living room with fireplace and French doors, bright family room w/skylights and built-ins, and half bath. There is a large deck off the kitchen and living room that offers serene views and is ideal for entertaining. Second floor features primary bedroom with ensuite bath, walk-in closet and second closet. This floor also has 2 additional bedrooms and family bathroom. Lower level has finished playroom, laundry area, ample storage, and walk-out backyard access. Enjoy central air, hardwood floors, one-car garage plus driveway parking, brick patio, and grassy rear yard. Convenient to Bigelow Middle School and several parks. Easy access to commuter routes and Express Bus to Cambridge and Boston. A gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
9,492 sq ftLot Size
$852Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathy Halley• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Welcome home to this Colonial charmer on Newton’s Farlow Hill, nestled in a community of established homes with convenient access to Cambridge and Boston via the Express Bus and Mass Pike. Enjoy scenic views from your deck, with access from the updated kitchen and spacious living room, where entertaining friends and family is a breeze. The first floor also features a formal dining room and half bath as well as a cozy family room, bright with natural light and treetop views through a picture window. The second floor hosts a Master Suite with Ensuite Bath, two additional bedrooms, and a family bath. The walk-out basement boasts plenty of storage and a large finished space with fireplace and access to the landscaped backyard and patio. Central Air and one car Garage add to the comforts of this lovely home. Close proximity to Bigelow Middle School and parks- not to be missed! Offers, if any due @ noon on 5/9/18.
MLS PIN #30567174
Apr 30, 2002
Sold
$718,750
$314/sq ft
Mar 5, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Dec 15, 2001
Listed
$749,000
$328/sq ft
A COLONIAL BEAUTY!200 SF SUNRM;HUGE DECK AMIDST THE TREES; CHERRY CABS,GRANITE COUNTER KIT,FIREPLACE LR,BUILT-IN BOOK- CASES; MURALED FOYER; CENTRAL A/C; NEW ROOF; ELECRIC GARAGE; WELL MAINTAINED BOILER;FIREPLACED OFFICE/MEDIA RM IN BASEMNT
MLS PIN #50352670
Mar 3, 1997
Sold
$437,500
$191/sq ft
Nov 12, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Oct 22, 1996
Listed
$450,000
$197/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1991
Sold
$360,000
$157/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 6, 1987
Sold
$337,000
$147/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,929 (+3.8%)
$1,336,800 + $100,700
$1,437,500
2025
$13,416 (+3.4%)
$1,273,100 + $95,900
$1,369,000
2024
$12,972 (+5.4%)
$1,236,000 + $93,100
$1,329,100
2023
$12,313 (+4.5%)
$937,000 + $272,500
$1,209,500
2022
$11,781 (+3.6%)
$867,600 + $252,300
$1,119,900
2021
$11,368 (+3.1%)
$818,500 + $238,000
$1,056,500
2020
$11,030 (+2.9%)
$818,500 + $238,000
$1,056,500
2019
$10,719 (+3.1%)
$794,700 + $231,000
$1,025,700
2018
$10,396 (+3.1%)
$730,900 + $229,900
$960,800
2017
$10,079 (+4.6%)
$689,500 + $216,900
$906,400
2016
$9,640 (+4.9%)
$644,400 + $202,700
$847,100
2015
$9,192
$602,200 + $189,500
$791,700
2014
$9,191 (+5.5%)
$555,800 + $202,500
$758,300
2013
$8,713 (+2.9%)
$555,800 + $202,500
$758,300
2012
$8,470 (+3.1%)
$555,800 + $202,500
$758,300
2011
$8,214 (+2.6%)
$557,000 + $196,600
$753,600
2010
$8,005 (+2.4%)
$568,400 + $200,600
$769,000
2009
$7,816
$580,000 + $204,700
$784,700
Tax history for 65 Shornecliffe Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,929 (+3.8%)
$1,336,800 + $100,700
$1,437,500
2025
$13,416 (+3.4%)
$1,273,100 + $95,900
$1,369,000
2024
$12,972 (+5.4%)
$1,236,000 + $93,100
$1,329,100
2023
$12,313 (+4.5%)
$937,000 + $272,500
$1,209,500
2022
$11,781 (+3.6%)
$867,600 + $252,300
$1,119,900
2021
$11,368 (+3.1%)
$818,500 + $238,000
$1,056,500
2020
$11,030 (+2.9%)
$818,500 + $238,000
$1,056,500
2019
$10,719 (+3.1%)
$794,700 + $231,000
$1,025,700
2018
$10,396 (+3.1%)
$730,900 + $229,900
$960,800
2017
$10,079 (+4.6%)
$689,500 + $216,900
$906,400
2016
$9,640 (+4.9%)
$644,400 + $202,700
$847,100
2015
$9,192
$602,200 + $189,500
$791,700
2014
$9,191 (+5.5%)
$555,800 + $202,500
$758,300
2013
$8,713 (+2.9%)
$555,800 + $202,500
$758,300
2012
$8,470 (+3.1%)
$555,800 + $202,500
$758,300
2011
$8,214 (+2.6%)
$557,000 + $196,600
$753,600
2010
$8,005 (+2.4%)
$568,400 + $200,600
$769,000
2009
$7,816
$580,000 + $204,700
$784,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,492
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,286
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
979720S
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Aug 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Location
Location Information
Directions: Waverley Ave to Franklin St to Shornecliffe Rd
UnparsedAddress: 65 Shornecliffe Rd, Newton MA 02458
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Golf, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,286
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 9,492 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 979720S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Flower Planters And Pots
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Underwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Bigelow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Newton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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