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Off Market May 2025 for $2.2M

$2,736,601

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,798/mo

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4,036

sq ft

96 Shornecliffe Rd, Newton, MA 02458

About this home

Stunning Victorian residence beautifully sited high atop Farlow Hill. This is an extraordinary example of Victorian-style architecture that has been carefully renovated to preserve the original detail. The first floor features a magnificent entry foyer with sweeping staircase, a large living room with wood-burning fireplace, a gracious dining room, and a spectacular kitchen with high-end stainless appliances, custom mill work, ample storage, a breakfast nook, and a scullery area with prep sink and laundry. There is also an adjoining family room with a fireplace and access to the spacious deck. On the second level there are four generously sized bedrooms including a primary with a sitting room and bathroom. The third floor has three large rooms and a full bathroom, ideal for office, playroom and guests. High ceilings, gorgeous views, and beautiful light throughout. All this located in a coveted location minutes to downtown Boston, highly desired schools, and shops. Don't miss this one!

Single-familyProperty Type

1905Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$678Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Krongel & Paul • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Richard Egan • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

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•Source:MLS PIN #73341647

Redfin Estimate

$2,736,601

$537K since sold in May 2025$34K since August

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This home's estimate is 14.8% higher than the average sale price ($2.38M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$1,910,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths4,132 sq ft
216 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,775,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths4,276 sq ft
99 Huntington Rd, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,725,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths3,655 sq ft
9 Cotton St, Newton, MA 02458
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$2,940,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,700 sq ft
57 Waban Hill Rd N, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,950,000
E
6 beds2.5 baths4,159 sq ft
92 Grant Ave, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,000,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths2,686 sq ft
34 Converse Ave, Newton, MA 02458

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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

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8 MoM

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Sale history for 96 Shornecliffe Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$23,805 (+3.8%)

$1,522,000 + $934,700

$2,456,700

2025

$22,929 (+3.4%)

$1,449,500 + $890,200

$2,339,700

2024

$22,171 (+5.4%)

$1,407,300 + $864,300

$2,271,600

2023

$21,031 (+4.5%)

$1,089,400 + $976,500

$2,065,900

2022

$20,124 (+3.6%)

$1,008,700 + $904,200

$1,912,900

2021

$19,417 (+3.1%)

$951,600 + $853,000

$1,804,600

2020

$18,840 (+2.9%)

$951,600 + $853,000

$1,804,600

2019

$18,308 (+2.5%)

$923,900 + $828,100

$1,752,000

2018

$17,870 (+3.1%)

$833,700 + $817,900

$1,651,600

2017

$17,326 (+4.5%)

$786,500 + $771,600

$1,558,100

2016

$16,572 (+4.9%)

$735,000 + $721,200

$1,456,200

2015

$15,800

$686,900 + $674,000

$1,360,900

2014

$15,804 (+5.5%)

$629,100 + $674,900

$1,304,000

2013

$14,983 (+2.9%)

$629,100 + $674,900

$1,304,000

2012

$14,566 (+2.8%)

$629,100 + $674,900

$1,304,000

2011

$14,175 (+2.6%)

$630,900 + $669,600

$1,300,500

2010

$13,814 (+2.4%)

$643,800 + $683,200

$1,327,000

2009

$13,487

$656,900 + $697,200

$1,354,100

Tax history for 96 Shornecliffe Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$23,805 (+3.8%)

$1,522,000 + $934,700

$2,456,700

2025

$22,929 (+3.4%)

$1,449,500 + $890,200

$2,339,700

2024

$22,171 (+5.4%)

$1,407,300 + $864,300

$2,271,600

2023

$21,031 (+4.5%)

$1,089,400 + $976,500

$2,065,900

2022

$20,124 (+3.6%)

$1,008,700 + $904,200

$1,912,900

2021

$19,417 (+3.1%)

$951,600 + $853,000

$1,804,600

2020

$18,840 (+2.9%)

$951,600 + $853,000

$1,804,600

2019

$18,308 (+2.5%)

$923,900 + $828,100

$1,752,000

2018

$17,870 (+3.1%)

$833,700 + $817,900

$1,651,600

2017

$17,326 (+4.5%)

$786,500 + $771,600

$1,558,100

2016

$16,572 (+4.9%)

$735,000 + $721,200

$1,456,200

2015

$15,800

$686,900 + $674,000

$1,360,900

2014

$15,804 (+5.5%)

$629,100 + $674,900

$1,304,000

2013

$14,983 (+2.9%)

$629,100 + $674,900

$1,304,000

2012

$14,566 (+2.8%)

$629,100 + $674,900

$1,304,000

2011

$14,175 (+2.6%)

$630,900 + $669,600

$1,300,500

2010

$13,814 (+2.4%)

$643,800 + $683,200

$1,327,000

2009

$13,487

$656,900 + $697,200

$1,354,100

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.32 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,036

Year built

1905

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3844730S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Carport, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Dressing Room

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# 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 - Double Vanity/Sink

Bathroom #3 Information
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink

Living Room Information
Area: 304
Length: 19
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 266
Length: 19
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 432
Length: 27
Width: 16
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Interior Entry, Bulkhead

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Home Office, Play Room, Bedroom, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,036
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: cream

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,031
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Waverley to Franklin to Shornecliff Road
UnparsedAddress: 96 Shornecliffe Road, Newton MA 02458

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 7
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,036
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3844730S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Fixture
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Underwood Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Bigelow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Newton North High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

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

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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Newton, MA • 02458

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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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Estimated sale price

$2.60M – $3.15M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
115 Shornecliffe Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4485 Sq. Ft.	$2,740,564
106 Shornecliffe Road, Newton, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3812 Sq. Ft.	$2,629,243

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96 Shornecliffe Road, Newton, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 915 Sq. Ft.	$380,907

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114 Shornecliffe Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 7351 Sq. Ft.	$3,412,005
115 Shornecliffe Road, Newton, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4485 Sq. Ft.	$2,736,229

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