Off Market Apr 2018 for $1.4M

$1,788,466

•

2,108

sq ft

72 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Beautifully sited on a cul-de sac in Newton Ctr., this spacious, sun-filled 8 room Colonial has been tastefully and extensively updated, still retaining its original charm and character. A living room with beamed ceiling and wood-burning fireplace leads to a screened-in porch with ceiling fan and access to a lovely stone patio and inviting backyard. A dining room with chair rail and crown molding has a built-in china cabinet. The eat-in kitchen, renovated in 2010, has SS appliances, granite countertops and hardwood floor. The second floor has new sheetrock, an updated family bathroom and a new master bathroom (2010). The lower level has been improved with a family room (2010) with direct access to outside. The exterior has been significantly improved with landscaping and impressive stonework: Walls, stairs & walkways (2012). There's a community garden open to all who live in this neighborhood. Near shops, public transportation and major routes. Offers due TU, 2/27/18, by noon.

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$848Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Leslie Kaplan • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Leslie Kaplan • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72284152

Redfin Estimate

$1,788,466

$388K since sold in April 2018$6,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 1.2% lower than the average sale price ($1.81M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$1,725,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,937 sq ft
625 Beacon St, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$2,225,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,877 sq ft
38 Wachusett Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$1,630,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,975 sq ft
108 Glen Ave, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,500,000
D
4 beds3 baths3,139 sq ft
8 Bruce Ln, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$1,350,000
E
5 beds2 baths2,244 sq ft
56 Daniel St, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,435,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,291 sq ft
105 Grant Ave, Newton, MA 02459

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$2.1M

$188K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

5 days MoM

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17 MoM

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$900,000
3 beds2 baths1,157 sq ft
9 Wessex Rd #1, Newton Centre, MA 02459
$4,200,000
6 beds4.5 baths5,399 sq ft
40 Warren St, Newton, MA 02459
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Unknown
3 beds3 baths2,974 sq ft
403 Dedham St Unit D, Newton, MA 02459
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$1,290,000
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Sale history for 72 Westminster Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72284152

Apr 25, 2018

Sold

$1,400,000

$664/sq ft

Feb 28, 2018

Pending

—

Feb 21, 2018

Listed

$1,175,000

$557/sq ft

MLS PIN #71040645

Apr 30, 2010

Sold

$722,000

$343/sq ft

Mar 9, 2010

Contingent

—

Mar 3, 2010

Listed

$750,000

$356/sq ft

Sought after Newton Centre location. Picturesque and freshly painted 4BR, 1930 brick and shingle English Cotswold home on 12,260'. Front facing views of well established Community Garden. Lovely original details include wide arched entrances to both living room w/Beamed Ceilings & FP and to dining room w/wainscoting & corner china cabinet. Screened porch overlooks sprawling level yard & conservation land beyond. Bowen Elementary School. Convenient to public transportation and shops.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,738,200

2025

$14,683 (+3.4%)

$1,065,800 + $432,500

$1,498,300

2024

$14,198 (+6.4%)

$1,034,800 + $419,900

$1,454,700

2023

$13,348 (+4.5%)

$798,800 + $512,400

$1,311,200

2022

$12,772 (+3.6%)

$739,600 + $474,500

$1,214,100

2021

$12,325 (+3.1%)

$697,700 + $447,700

$1,145,400

2020

$11,958 (+2.9%)

$697,700 + $447,700

$1,145,400

2019

$11,620 (+21.8%)

$677,400 + $434,600

$1,112,000

2018

$9,538 (+3.1%)

$609,000 + $272,500

$881,500

2017

$9,247 (+4.5%)

$574,500 + $257,100

$831,600

2016

$8,845 (+4.9%)

$536,900 + $240,300

$777,200

2015

$8,434 (+0.8%)

$501,800 + $224,600

$726,400

2014

$8,363 (+5.5%)

$459,800 + $230,200

$690,000

2013

$7,928 (+2.9%)

$459,800 + $230,200

$690,000

2012

$7,707 (+8.3%)

$459,800 + $230,200

$690,000

2011

$7,116 (+9.7%)

$460,200 + $192,600

$652,800

2010

$6,484 (+2.4%)

$469,600 + $153,300

$622,900

2009

$6,331

$479,200 + $156,400

$635,600

Tax history for 72 Westminster Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,738,200

2025

$14,683 (+3.4%)

$1,065,800 + $432,500

$1,498,300

2024

$14,198 (+6.4%)

$1,034,800 + $419,900

$1,454,700

2023

$13,348 (+4.5%)

$798,800 + $512,400

$1,311,200

2022

$12,772 (+3.6%)

$739,600 + $474,500

$1,214,100

2021

$12,325 (+3.1%)

$697,700 + $447,700

$1,145,400

2020

$11,958 (+2.9%)

$697,700 + $447,700

$1,145,400

2019

$11,620 (+21.8%)

$677,400 + $434,600

$1,112,000

2018

$9,538 (+3.1%)

$609,000 + $272,500

$881,500

2017

$9,247 (+4.5%)

$574,500 + $257,100

$831,600

2016

$8,845 (+4.9%)

$536,900 + $240,300

$777,200

2015

$8,434 (+0.8%)

$501,800 + $224,600

$726,400

2014

$8,363 (+5.5%)

$459,800 + $230,200

$690,000

2013

$7,928 (+2.9%)

$459,800 + $230,200

$690,000

2012

$7,707 (+8.3%)

$459,800 + $230,200

$690,000

2011

$7,116 (+9.7%)

$460,200 + $192,600

$652,800

2010

$6,484 (+2.4%)

$469,600 + $153,300

$622,900

2009

$6,331

$479,200 + $156,400

$635,600

*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

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

700674

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 216
Length: 12
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 64
Length: 8
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 276
Length: 12
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 187
Length: 17
Width: 11
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Laminate,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Laminate
Interior Features: Mud Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,108
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Brick

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,537.83
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Beacon or Langley to Glen to Westminster
UnparsedAddress: 72 Westminster Road, Newton MA 02459

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

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 700674

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Fixture And Swing Set
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Bowen

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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

$1.70M – $2.06M

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Home values near 72 Westminster Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
84 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2689 Sq. Ft.	$2,085,211
85 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2393 Sq. Ft.	$1,716,103

Address	Redfin Estimate
78 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3133 Sq. Ft.	$1,745,848
75 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2223 Sq. Ft.	$1,535,439

Address	Redfin Estimate
58 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2630 Sq. Ft.	$1,604,751
67 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1855 Sq. Ft.	$1,423,697

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