OFF MARKET

Off Market Feb 2015 for $1.4M

$2,509,422

•

3,375

sq ft

70 Oldham Rd, Newton, MA 02465

About this home

Visit this enchanting property, a classic English Cotswold cottage, but updated for today's living. This is a storybook house situated on a desirable street in West Newton Hill. As you enter the dramatic foyer occupying several levels, you move from an elegant living room to a charming family room displaying original and exquisite wood and stone detailing. Adjacent to the dining room is a spacious contemporary chef's kitchen running from front to back, with top-of-the-line appliances, two sinks, a large eating area, and opening to a backyard deck. Upstairs are four bedrooms including a Master suite with loft space.Throughout the house are lovely built-ins, gorgeous woodwork, hardwood floors, and magnificent views of a picturesque backyard, originally designed by Olmsted.Easy access to 6 tennis courts, fenced dog park & sports fields. Very convenient to Boston and to the MBTA. Peirce Elementary and Newton North.A treasure not to be missed.This could be your country house in the city.

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

0.55 acresLot Size

$744Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ilene Solomon • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Bought with Stephen Sykes • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Town and Country Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #71760475

Redfin Estimate

$2,509,422

$1.1M since sold in February 2015$50K since July

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This home's estimate is 14.2% higher than the average sale price ($2.20M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,799,000
A
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SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$2,700,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,393 sq ft
6 Risley Rd, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD MAR 30, 2026
$2,315,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,483 sq ft
55 Evelyn Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD MAR 6, 2026
$1,500,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,367 sq ft
1754 Washington St, Auburndale, MA 02466
SOLD JAN 6, 2026
$2,650,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths4,393 sq ft
10 Ruane Rd, Newton, MA 02465
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,215,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,567 sq ft
66 Moffat Rd, Waban, MA 02468

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Market trends in 02465, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.8%

+1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$145K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 70 Oldham Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,769 (+3.8%)

$1,272,100 + $871,200

$2,143,300

2025

$20,004 (+3.4%)

$1,211,500 + $829,700

$2,041,200

2024

$19,341 (+5.4%)

$1,176,200 + $805,500

$1,981,700

2023

$18,349 (+4.5%)

$904,800 + $897,700

$1,802,500

2022

$17,558 (+3.6%)

$837,800 + $831,200

$1,669,000

2021

$16,942 (+3.1%)

$790,400 + $784,100

$1,574,500

2020

$16,438 (+2.9%)

$790,400 + $784,100

$1,574,500

2019

$15,974 (+3.0%)

$767,400 + $761,200

$1,528,600

2018

$15,509 (+3.1%)

$698,100 + $735,300

$1,433,400

2017

$15,038 (+4.6%)

$658,600 + $693,700

$1,352,300

2016

$14,382 (+4.9%)

$615,500 + $648,300

$1,263,800

2015

$13,713 (+0.2%)

$575,200 + $605,900

$1,181,100

2014

$13,682 (+5.5%)

$533,200 + $595,700

$1,128,900

2013

$12,971 (+2.9%)

$533,200 + $595,700

$1,128,900

2012

$12,610 (+4.8%)

$533,200 + $595,700

$1,128,900

2011

$12,027 (+2.6%)

$514,800 + $588,600

$1,103,400

2010

$11,721 (+6.9%)

$525,300 + $600,600

$1,125,900

2009

$10,960

$536,000 + $564,400

$1,100,400

Tax history for 70 Oldham Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,769 (+3.8%)

$1,272,100 + $871,200

$2,143,300

2025

$20,004 (+3.4%)

$1,211,500 + $829,700

$2,041,200

2024

$19,341 (+5.4%)

$1,176,200 + $805,500

$1,981,700

2023

$18,349 (+4.5%)

$904,800 + $897,700

$1,802,500

2022

$17,558 (+3.6%)

$837,800 + $831,200

$1,669,000

2021

$16,942 (+3.1%)

$790,400 + $784,100

$1,574,500

2020

$16,438 (+2.9%)

$790,400 + $784,100

$1,574,500

2019

$15,974 (+3.0%)

$767,400 + $761,200

$1,528,600

2018

$15,509 (+3.1%)

$698,100 + $735,300

$1,433,400

2017

$15,038 (+4.6%)

$658,600 + $693,700

$1,352,300

2016

$14,382 (+4.9%)

$615,500 + $648,300

$1,263,800

2015

$13,713 (+0.2%)

$575,200 + $605,900

$1,181,100

2014

$13,682 (+5.5%)

$533,200 + $595,700

$1,128,900

2013

$12,971 (+2.9%)

$533,200 + $595,700

$1,128,900

2012

$12,610 (+4.8%)

$533,200 + $595,700

$1,128,900

2011

$12,027 (+2.6%)

$514,800 + $588,600

$1,103,400

2010

$11,721 (+6.9%)

$525,300 + $600,600

$1,125,900

2009

$10,960

$536,000 + $564,400

$1,100,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.55 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,863

Year built

1938

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2394229S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 187
Length: 17
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Marble

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Skylight,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 350
Length: 25
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 112
Length: 14
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Dining Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 442
Length: 26
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Balcony / Deck,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Great Room, Loft, Bathroom, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,375
Foundation Area: 999,999,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.55
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,819
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Commonwealth Avenue to Oldham Road
UnparsedAddress: 70 Oldham Road, Newton MA 02465

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,863
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2394229S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier And Sconces, Curtains.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Peirce Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

F A Day Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

49% 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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$2.38M – $2.89M

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Home values near 70 Oldham Rd

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91 Oldham Road, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 6200 Sq. Ft.	$4,730,003

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96 Oldham Road, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 3976 Sq. Ft.	$3,257,659

Address	Redfin Estimate
85 Oldham Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3957 Sq. Ft.	$2,169,691
86 Oldham Road, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5541 Sq. Ft.	$3,060,503

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