Off Market Feb 2023 for $1.7M

$1,938,559

•

2,510

sq ft

8 Whitney Rd, Newton, MA 02460

About this home

Beautifully maintained central entrance colonial has been updated and expanded for modern living. Set on an idyllic tree-lined street in the heart of Newtonville and close to Edmands Park, this 3+ bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bath home is bright and open. The well-designed addition offers a large chef's kitchen with induction cooktop, quartz peninsula, breakfast nook and family room, with windows galore and access to the backyard. The kitchen leads to a dining room with built-in cabinetry and decorative moldings. A spacious living room with fireplace flows into a cozy sunroom to round out the first level. The second floor has a fabulous updated primary suite with sitting area, en suite bath and walk-in closet, 2 additional bedrooms, guest bath, office and laundry. There is a 2nd washer and dryer in the lower level and a bonus attic space with cedar closet. Garage parking for 2 cars (no direct access) and lovely yard. Close to schools, shops, restaurants, and public transportation.

Single-familyProperty Type

1924Year Built

8,974 sq ftLot Size

$772Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ellen Meisel • Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Michael Niden • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #73054662

Redfin Estimate

$1,938,559

$239K since sold in February 2023$16K since July

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This home's estimate is 16.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.67M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,560,000
A
3 beds3 baths2,414 sq ft
24 Fenno Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,400,500
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,425 sq ft
150 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$1,800,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,151 sq ft
26 Berkshire Rd, Newton, MA 02460
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,000,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths2,686 sq ft
34 Converse Ave, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$1,845,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,625 sq ft
51 Fairfield St, Newton, MA 02460
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$1,404,810
F
4 beds2 baths2,804 sq ft
50 Grove Hill Park, Newton, MA 02460

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Market trends in 02460, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.1%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$64K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 8 Whitney Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,382 (+3.8%)

$1,278,500 + $308,900

$1,587,400

2025

$14,816 (+3.4%)

$1,217,600 + $294,200

$1,511,800

2024

$14,326 (+4.6%)

$1,182,100 + $285,700

$1,467,800

2023

$13,701 (+4.5%)

$902,300 + $443,600

$1,345,900

2022

$13,110 (+3.6%)

$835,500 + $410,700

$1,246,200

2021

$12,651 (+3.1%)

$788,200 + $387,500

$1,175,700

2020

$12,274 (+2.9%)

$788,200 + $387,500

$1,175,700

2019

$11,929 (+4.6%)

$765,200 + $376,300

$1,141,500

2018

$11,409 (+3.1%)

$690,500 + $363,900

$1,054,400

2017

$11,061 (+4.6%)

$651,400 + $343,300

$994,700

2016

$10,579 (+4.9%)

$608,800 + $320,800

$929,600

2015

$10,087 (+0.4%)

$569,000 + $299,800

$868,800

2014

$10,043 (+5.5%)

$521,800 + $306,800

$828,600

2013

$9,521 (+2.9%)

$521,800 + $306,800

$828,600

2012

$9,255 (+2.0%)

$521,800 + $306,800

$828,600

2011

$9,074 (+2.6%)

$525,800 + $306,700

$832,500

2010

$8,843 (+2.4%)

$536,500 + $313,000

$849,500

2009

$8,633

$547,400 + $319,400

$866,800

Tax history for 8 Whitney Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,382 (+3.8%)

$1,278,500 + $308,900

$1,587,400

2025

$14,816 (+3.4%)

$1,217,600 + $294,200

$1,511,800

2024

$14,326 (+4.6%)

$1,182,100 + $285,700

$1,467,800

2023

$13,701 (+4.5%)

$902,300 + $443,600

$1,345,900

2022

$13,110 (+3.6%)

$835,500 + $410,700

$1,246,200

2021

$12,651 (+3.1%)

$788,200 + $387,500

$1,175,700

2020

$12,274 (+2.9%)

$788,200 + $387,500

$1,175,700

2019

$11,929 (+4.6%)

$765,200 + $376,300

$1,141,500

2018

$11,409 (+3.1%)

$690,500 + $363,900

$1,054,400

2017

$11,061 (+4.6%)

$651,400 + $343,300

$994,700

2016

$10,579 (+4.9%)

$608,800 + $320,800

$929,600

2015

$10,087 (+0.4%)

$569,000 + $299,800

$868,800

2014

$10,043 (+5.5%)

$521,800 + $306,800

$828,600

2013

$9,521 (+2.9%)

$521,800 + $306,800

$828,600

2012

$9,255 (+2.0%)

$521,800 + $306,800

$828,600

2011

$9,074 (+2.6%)

$525,800 + $306,700

$832,500

2010

$8,843 (+2.4%)

$536,500 + $313,000

$849,500

2009

$8,633

$547,400 + $319,400

$866,800

*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

9,148 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,510

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3762550S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window Seat

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: First

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

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

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,French Doors,Tray Ceiling(s)

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail,Decorative Molding,Tray Ceiling(s)

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Level: Second

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors, Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Vinyl / VCT, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Half, Sun Room, Office, Bathroom, Sitting Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,510
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,110
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
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, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s), Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Mill Street to Whitney
UnparsedAddress: 8 Whitney Rd, Newton MA 02460

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,510
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3762550S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Cabot Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

F A Day Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being 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

54% 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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Historical weather

Newton, MA • 02460

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$1.84M – $2.23M

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Home values near 8 Whitney Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
21 Whitney Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$1,787,575
20 Whitney Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2777 Sq. Ft.	$2,016,978

Address	Redfin Estimate
15 Whitney Road, Newton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3018 Sq. Ft.	$2,180,842
14 Whitney Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2154 Sq. Ft.	$1,777,461

Address	Redfin Estimate
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2 Whitney Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3600 Sq. Ft.	$2,321,462

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