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Off Market Aug 2021 for $2.9M

$3,610,966

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,917/mo

•

5,400

sq ft

88 Farlow Rd, Newton, MA 02458

About this home

Stately 1917 Arts & Crafts style home with slate roof and eyebrow dormer has been beautifully renovated in the much sought after Farlow Hill. Elegance with attention to detail yet a preservation of architectural design. When entering this residence, emerge yourself into a grand foyer which showcases a mahogany stairwell with exquisite interior features and an extraordinary window display that adorns pictorial views of the backyard. Formal dngrm with gas fp and window box seating, updated kitchen with high end appliances, cabinetry and countertops abutting bonus room. 26’ living room boasts gas fireplace, mahogany wainscoting, built in bookcases and slider entry to picturesque backyard along with a playroom, completes the first floor level. The 2nd flr has 4 spacious bedrms, full bath including a master suite with a stunning master bath, walk in closet and dressing room. Also featured are a 3rd flr au pair suite, finished lower level and a 2 car garage. Truly a Must See!

Single-familyProperty Type

1917Year Built

0.33 acresLot Size

$669Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Prestige Homes Realty Team • Prestige Homes Real Estate, LLC

Bought with Brenda van der Merwe • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72848306

Redfin Estimate

$3,610,966

$661K since sold in August 2021$172K since August

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This home's estimate is 33.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.70M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,910,000
A
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SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,725,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths3,655 sq ft
9 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,805,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths4,694 sq ft
78 Waban Hill Rd N, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,775,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,276 sq ft
99 Huntington Rd, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$3,250,000
E
6 beds4.5 baths5,150 sq ft
49 Buswell Park, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$2,750,000
F
6 beds5 baths6,420 sq ft
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Market trends in 02458, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.1%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$53K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,195,000
4 beds2 baths2,796 sq ft
227-229 Tremont St, Newton, MA 02458
3D & VIDEO TOUR
$2,325,000
5 beds4 baths3,519 sq ft
579 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458
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Sale history for 88 Farlow Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72848306

Aug 30, 2021

Sold

$2,950,000

$546/sq ft

Jun 13, 2021

Contingent

—

Jun 11, 2021

Listed

$2,825,000

$523/sq ft

MLS PIN #71765456

Jun 3, 2015

Sold

$2,300,000

$426/sq ft

May 11, 2015

Pending

—

Mar 24, 2015

Price Changed

$2,399,999

$444/sq ft

Jan 5, 2015

Price Changed

$2,495,000

$462/sq ft

Nov 5, 2014

Listed

$2,650,000

$491/sq ft

Situated on well-manicured grounds on Farlow Hill, this magnificent 1917 Arts & Crafts-style house has been beautifully renovated to meet high standards. This residence displays architectural elegance. The foyer is complemented by a grand mahogany staircase. There is a richly detailed 26’ long living room with a fireplace, mahogany wainscoting, and built-in bookcases. Brilliantly designed, the top-of-the-line kitchen features high-end cabinetry and countertops, and adjoins a family room. The second floor has four bedrooms including a master bedroom with a fireplace, a stunning bathroom, an impressive walk-in closet, and a terrace. The third floor offers an au pair suite and a renovated bathroom. Also featured are a sunroom with views of the beautifully landscaped yard, a finished lower level, and a two-car garage.

MLS PIN #70027878

Aug 13, 2004

Sold

$2,460,000

$456/sq ft

May 14, 2004

Listing Removed

—

May 3, 2004

Listed

$2,499,000

$463/sq ft

MLS PIN #30298747

Sep 23, 1999

Sold

$1,165,000

$216/sq ft

Mar 5, 1999

Listed

$1,175,000

$218/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 1, 1985

Sold

$250,000

$46/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$39,954 (+3.8%)

$1,539,300 + $2,583,900

$4,123,200

2025

$38,484 (+12.7%)

$1,466,000 + $2,460,900

$3,926,900

2024

$34,136 (+3.4%)

$1,423,300 + $2,074,200

$3,497,500

2023

$33,002 (+4.5%)

$1,103,700 + $2,138,100

$3,241,800

2022

$31,578 (+3.6%)

$1,021,900 + $1,979,800

$3,001,700

2021

$30,470 (+3.1%)

$964,100 + $1,867,700

$2,831,800

2020

$29,564 (+2.9%)

$964,100 + $1,867,700

$2,831,800

2019

$28,730 (+2.4%)

$936,000 + $1,813,300

$2,749,300

2018

$28,067 (+8.6%)

$843,700 + $1,750,300

$2,594,000

2017

$25,843 (+7.1%)

$795,900 + $1,528,100

$2,324,000

2016

$24,127 (+4.9%)

$743,800 + $1,376,300

$2,120,100

2015

$23,004 (+0.5%)

$695,100 + $1,286,300

$1,981,400

2014

$22,880 (+5.5%)

$636,400 + $1,251,400

$1,887,800

2013

$21,691 (+2.9%)

$636,400 + $1,251,400

$1,887,800

2012

$21,087 (+2.4%)

$636,400 + $1,251,400

$1,887,800

2011

$20,593 (+2.6%)

$637,500 + $1,251,800

$1,889,300

2010

$20,069 (+5.8%)

$650,500 + $1,277,400

$1,927,900

2009

$18,977

$663,800 + $1,241,500

$1,905,300

Tax history for 88 Farlow Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$39,954 (+3.8%)

$1,539,300 + $2,583,900

$4,123,200

2025

$38,484 (+12.7%)

$1,466,000 + $2,460,900

$3,926,900

2024

$34,136 (+3.4%)

$1,423,300 + $2,074,200

$3,497,500

2023

$33,002 (+4.5%)

$1,103,700 + $2,138,100

$3,241,800

2022

$31,578 (+3.6%)

$1,021,900 + $1,979,800

$3,001,700

2021

$30,470 (+3.1%)

$964,100 + $1,867,700

$2,831,800

2020

$29,564 (+2.9%)

$964,100 + $1,867,700

$2,831,800

2019

$28,730 (+2.4%)

$936,000 + $1,813,300

$2,749,300

2018

$28,067 (+8.6%)

$843,700 + $1,750,300

$2,594,000

2017

$25,843 (+7.1%)

$795,900 + $1,528,100

$2,324,000

2016

$24,127 (+4.9%)

$743,800 + $1,376,300

$2,120,100

2015

$23,004 (+0.5%)

$695,100 + $1,286,300

$1,981,400

2014

$22,880 (+5.5%)

$636,400 + $1,251,400

$1,887,800

2013

$21,691 (+2.9%)

$636,400 + $1,251,400

$1,887,800

2012

$21,087 (+2.4%)

$636,400 + $1,251,400

$1,887,800

2011

$20,593 (+2.6%)

$637,500 + $1,251,800

$1,889,300

2010

$20,069 (+5.8%)

$650,500 + $1,277,400

$1,927,900

2009

$18,977

$663,800 + $1,241,500

$1,905,300

*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

0.33 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,168

Year built

1917

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

979702S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 272
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 204
Length: 12
Width: 17
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Steam / Sauna,Crown Molding

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble,Crown Molding

Living Room Information
Area: 400
Length: 16
Width: 25
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony / Deck,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 256
Length: 16
Width: 16
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Peninsula,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Pedestal Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Slider, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Walk-Up Attic, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,400
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Patio
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Porch, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Gazebo

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Gazebo

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $30,470
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Waverly Ave to Farlow Road
UnparsedAddress: 88 Farlow Road, Newton MA 02458

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,168
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1917
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 979702S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 10

Listing Information
Exclusions: Hot Tub, Gym Equipment, Outdoor Furniture, Firepit, Swing Set And Non Mounted Wall Tv's.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Underwood Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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

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, 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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$3.43M – $4.15M

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56 Farlow Rd, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4498 Sq. Ft.	$3,756,492
96 Farlow Rd, Newton, MA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1831 Sq. Ft.	$1,806,708

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