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Off Market Nov 2021 for $3.9M

$4,422,870

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,569/mo

•

4,993

sq ft

85 Montvale Rd, Newton, MA 02459

About this home

Designed to the highest standards, the residence radiates sophisticated elegance featuring high-quality finishes at every turn. Built in 1903, this Shingle-style Victorian era residence beautifully blends period detail w/modern improvements. A wrap-around porch leads to an elegant foyer w/an elaborate staircase. The main level is well-suited for entertaining w/grand living & dining rooms, butler’s pantry, gorgeous kitchen w/fireplace, & adjoining family room. There is also a library on this level. There are 5-6 bedrooms & 4.5 bathrooms. The primary bedroom suite is luxurious w/huge walk-in closet. The skylit 3rd level has additional bedrooms, office & sitting room. The basement has a media/play room & a gym. A 2-car garage w/loft further enhance the property. Gorgeous yard. Set in an enviable section of Newton Centre, this property is atop a knoll on one-half acre of manicured grounds convenient to Newton Centre, the T, shops and restaurants, The Street, & routes to Boston & Cambridge.

Single-familyProperty Type

1903Year Built

0.57 acresLot Size

$886Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Petrone-Hunter Realty Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

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•Source:MLS PIN #72891246

Redfin Estimate

$4,422,870

$443K since sold in November 2021$26K since July

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$2,702,000
A
5 beds4 baths5,005 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$3,375,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,922 sq ft
171 Hobart Rd, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$4,200,000
C
6 beds4.5 baths4,874 sq ft
42 Lawrence Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,725,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths3,655 sq ft
9 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,805,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths4,694 sq ft
78 Waban Hill Rd N, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD APR 8, 2026
$4,699,000
F
5 beds4 baths5,283 sq ft
59 Hyde Ave, Newton, MA 02458

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Market trends in 02459, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.9%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 85 Montvale Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72891246

Nov 12, 2021

Sold

$3,980,000

$797/sq ft

Sep 20, 2021

Contingent

—

Sep 8, 2021

Listed

$3,995,000

$800/sq ft

MLS PIN #72284185

Jun 15, 2018

Sold

$3,475,000

$696/sq ft

Feb 27, 2018

Pending

—

Feb 21, 2018

Listed

$3,475,000

$696/sq ft

Premiere section of Newton Centre. Classic shingle-style Victorian home, built in 1903, blends its original architectural style w/ today's modern amenities. Extensively renovated by one of the area's most renowned developers, utilizing the finest materials and finishes. This turn of the century property sits majestically a top of a knoll overlooking 1/2 acre of professionally landscaped grounds. Tree-lined driveway leads to large 2 car detached gar. w/2nd story. Large wrap around porch leads to front entrance. Sunlit vestibule opens into a grand foyer w/ breathtaking mahogany bridal staircase directly ahead. First floor offers an elegant dining room, butlers pantry, spacious gourmet kitchen which opens into casual eating-area w/ fireplace & adjoining family rm & study. Formal livingrm w/ original hardwood floors completes this level. 2nd fl. has 3 generous sized bedrooms, 3 full baths, including master suite. Sky-lit 3rd fl. has 2 bedrooms & bath, & bonus rm. Easy commute to Boston.

MLS PIN #70379244

Mar 9, 2007

Sold

$3,142,500

$629/sq ft

Feb 1, 2007

Listing Removed

—

May 2, 2006

Listed

$3,495,000

$700/sq ft

Impressive Victorian impeccably renovated to perfection sited on 1/2 acre of private manicured grounds. This turn of the century estate blends grand architechtural style with today's modern amenities. Elegance abounds in the grand foyer with bridal staircase, richly panelled mahogany dining room, leaded glass windows, and detailed moldings. A State-of-the-Art kitchen and expansive fireplaced family room leads to decks and patios. Hi-tech mechanicals, 4zone hydro-air heat&A/C

Public Records

Sep 29, 2005

Sold

$3,600,000

$721/sq ft

MLS PIN #30698613

Jun 12, 2003

Sold

$1,560,000

$312/sq ft

Mar 29, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Mar 14, 2003

Listed

$1,500,000

$300/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$43,697 (+3.8%)

$2,053,400 + $2,456,100

$4,509,500

2025

$42,089 (+3.4%)

$1,955,600 + $2,339,200

$4,294,800

2024

$40,696 (+3.6%)

$1,898,600 + $2,271,100

$4,169,700

2023

$39,275 (+4.6%)

$1,473,200 + $2,384,900

$3,858,100

2022

$37,561 (+3.6%)

$1,364,100 + $2,206,300

$3,570,400

2021

$36,243 (+3.1%)

$1,286,900 + $2,081,400

$3,368,300

2020

$35,165 (+2.9%)

$1,286,900 + $2,081,400

$3,368,300

2019

$34,174 (−12.6%)

$1,249,400 + $2,020,800

$3,270,200

2018

$39,118 (+3.1%)

$1,147,300 + $2,468,000

$3,615,300

2017

$37,927 (+4.6%)

$1,082,400 + $2,328,300

$3,410,700

2016

$36,275 (+4.9%)

$1,011,600 + $2,176,000

$3,187,600

2015

$34,587 (+1.5%)

$945,400 + $2,033,700

$2,979,100

2014

$34,091 (+5.5%)

$871,400 + $1,941,400

$2,812,800

2013

$32,319 (+2.9%)

$871,400 + $1,941,400

$2,812,800

2012

$31,419 (+4.2%)

$871,400 + $1,941,400

$2,812,800

2011

$30,161 (+2.6%)

$842,500 + $1,924,600

$2,767,100

2010

$29,394 (+2.4%)

$859,700 + $1,963,900

$2,823,600

2009

$28,697

$877,200 + $2,004,000

$2,881,200

Tax history for 85 Montvale Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$43,697 (+3.8%)

$2,053,400 + $2,456,100

$4,509,500

2025

$42,089 (+3.4%)

$1,955,600 + $2,339,200

$4,294,800

2024

$40,696 (+3.6%)

$1,898,600 + $2,271,100

$4,169,700

2023

$39,275 (+4.6%)

$1,473,200 + $2,384,900

$3,858,100

2022

$37,561 (+3.6%)

$1,364,100 + $2,206,300

$3,570,400

2021

$36,243 (+3.1%)

$1,286,900 + $2,081,400

$3,368,300

2020

$35,165 (+2.9%)

$1,286,900 + $2,081,400

$3,368,300

2019

$34,174 (−12.6%)

$1,249,400 + $2,020,800

$3,270,200

2018

$39,118 (+3.1%)

$1,147,300 + $2,468,000

$3,615,300

2017

$37,927 (+4.6%)

$1,082,400 + $2,328,300

$3,410,700

2016

$36,275 (+4.9%)

$1,011,600 + $2,176,000

$3,187,600

2015

$34,587 (+1.5%)

$945,400 + $2,033,700

$2,979,100

2014

$34,091 (+5.5%)

$871,400 + $1,941,400

$2,812,800

2013

$32,319 (+2.9%)

$871,400 + $1,941,400

$2,812,800

2012

$31,419 (+4.2%)

$871,400 + $1,941,400

$2,812,800

2011

$30,161 (+2.6%)

$842,500 + $1,924,600

$2,767,100

2010

$29,394 (+2.4%)

$859,700 + $1,963,900

$2,823,600

2009

$28,697

$877,200 + $2,004,000

$2,881,200

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.57 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,015

Year built

1903

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1767690S

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: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Closet - Double

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Marble,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Bathroom - With Tub,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Steam / Sauna,Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony - Exterior,French Doors,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Decorative Molding,Tray Ceiling(s)

Office Room Information
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Skylight
Flooring: Wood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Marble, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Pendant, Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Library, Bathroom, Home Office, Media Room, Exercise Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,993
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.57
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $36,243
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Grant Avenue.
UnparsedAddress: 85 Montvale Rd, Newton MA 02459

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,015
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1903
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1767690S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Mason-Rice Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Charles E Brown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

10/10

Newton South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

10/10

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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

6 days above 96° expected this year, 13 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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$4.20M – $5.09M

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97 Montvale Rd, Newton, MA 7 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3751 Sq. Ft.	$3,113,025
98 Montvale Rd, Newton, MA 7 Beds \| 9.5 Baths \| 13824 Sq. Ft.	$9,304,168

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Address	Redfin Estimate
65 Montvale Rd, Newton, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$1,576,533
71 Montvale Rd, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3441 Sq. Ft.	$2,354,969

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