One of Newton Highlands' most desirable tree-line side streets, this romantic cottage-style Arts and Crafts era home has been beautifully restored. 2018 kitchen offers Quartzite counters, large stainless steel appliances including built-in Kitchen-Aid refrigerator, 6-burner Aga range w/ double ovens, Bosch dishwasher. Central Island has walnut counters and seating for five, heated European oak floors, kitchen opens to a family room area and large deck. Dining and living rooms have fireplaces, beautiful woodwork and original detail. 2nd floor has a master bedroom with 2014 bathroom, walk-in closet, and porch. Two other bedrooms, an office and a 2014 family bathroom are on this level. 3rd floor has two more bedrooms and a full bathroom. Lower level, finished in 2018, offers a large playroom and study as well as a full bathroom. Updated electrical, hi-efficiency heat are recent updates. Blocks from Crystal Lake, Highland "T" stop, Whole Foods, Mason Rice School. Truly a rare find.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
7,535 sq ftLot Size
$752Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Stillman & Halley• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Barry-Beaver Team• Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty
NICELY UPDATED VICTORIAN IN NEWTON HIGHLANDS WALK TO CRYSTAL LAKE, THE HIGHLANDS, FOUR CORNERS, AND T UPDATED PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC, UPDATED BATHS, NEW DRIVEWAY CUSTOM CHERRY CABINETS IN MODERN KITCHEN
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,772 (+3.8%)
$978,600 + $1,061,900
$2,040,500
2025
$19,044 (+3.4%)
$932,000 + $1,011,300
$1,943,300
2024
$18,414 (+5.8%)
$904,900 + $981,800
$1,886,700
2023
$17,409 (+4.5%)
$686,400 + $1,023,700
$1,710,100
2022
$16,657 (+3.9%)
$635,600 + $947,800
$1,583,400
2021
$16,029 (+3.1%)
$599,600 + $890,100
$1,489,700
2020
$15,552 (+21.6%)
$599,600 + $890,100
$1,489,700
2019
$12,786 (−0.8%)
$582,100 + $641,400
$1,223,500
2018
$12,892 (+3.1%)
$526,900 + $664,600
$1,191,500
2017
$12,500 (+4.6%)
$497,100 + $627,000
$1,124,100
2016
$11,956 (+9.4%)
$464,600 + $586,000
$1,050,600
2015
$10,926 (+1.3%)
$434,200 + $506,900
$941,100
2014
$10,782 (+5.5%)
$398,800 + $490,800
$889,600
2013
$10,222 (+2.9%)
$398,800 + $490,800
$889,600
2012
$9,937 (+4.4%)
$398,800 + $490,800
$889,600
2011
$9,518 (+2.6%)
$399,200 + $474,000
$873,200
2010
$9,275 (+2.4%)
$407,300 + $483,700
$891,000
2009
$9,056
$415,600 + $493,600
$909,200
Tax history for 9 Saxon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,772 (+3.8%)
$978,600 + $1,061,900
$2,040,500
2025
$19,044 (+3.4%)
$932,000 + $1,011,300
$1,943,300
2024
$18,414 (+5.8%)
$904,900 + $981,800
$1,886,700
2023
$17,409 (+4.5%)
$686,400 + $1,023,700
$1,710,100
2022
$16,657 (+3.9%)
$635,600 + $947,800
$1,583,400
2021
$16,029 (+3.1%)
$599,600 + $890,100
$1,489,700
2020
$15,552 (+21.6%)
$599,600 + $890,100
$1,489,700
2019
$12,786 (−0.8%)
$582,100 + $641,400
$1,223,500
2018
$12,892 (+3.1%)
$526,900 + $664,600
$1,191,500
2017
$12,500 (+4.6%)
$497,100 + $627,000
$1,124,100
2016
$11,956 (+9.4%)
$464,600 + $586,000
$1,050,600
2015
$10,926 (+1.3%)
$434,200 + $506,900
$941,100
2014
$10,782 (+5.5%)
$398,800 + $490,800
$889,600
2013
$10,222 (+2.9%)
$398,800 + $490,800
$889,600
2012
$9,937 (+4.4%)
$398,800 + $490,800
$889,600
2011
$9,518 (+2.6%)
$399,200 + $474,000
$873,200
2010
$9,275 (+2.4%)
$407,300 + $483,700
$891,000
2009
$9,056
$415,600 + $493,600
$909,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,517
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3580511S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Other Structures: Workshop
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Features: Easements, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,892
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Walnut to Lakewood to Saxon
UnparsedAddress: 9 Saxon Rd, Newton MA 02461
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,517
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3580511S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
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