This expanded Colonial blends timeless design with modern comfort in a picturesque, tight-knit neighborhood known for block parties and a friendly dog playgroup. Filled with natural light, it offers four finished levels, a two-car garage, backyard patio, and side yard. The 2018-renovated kitchen with large center island opens to a bright family room with high ceilings, walls of windows and a gas fireplace—ideal for entertaining. The dining room with fireplace and inviting living room offer great flow for gatherings. A study, half bath, and three-season porch complete the first floor. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including 2 primary suites, and three updated baths (2017), plus two more bedrooms on the third floor. The lower level features a family room, fully equipped fitness room, full bath, laundry, and storage. Recent updates: roof and solar (2022), A/C (2023), heating and bath (2024), Sub-Zero fridge (2025). Near the Aqueduct Trail, shops, Green (D line) “T” stops, and major highways
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$579Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Eric Glassoff• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Bought with Debby Cohen• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
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Market trends in 02468, MA
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
102.0%
0.4% MoM
Median sale price
$2.3M
$520 MoM
Avg. days on market
26d
7 days MoM
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Sale history for 131 Oliver Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73448088
Jan 15, 2026
Sold
$2,800,000
$545/sq ft
Oct 27, 2025
Listed
$2,699,000
$525/sq ft
MLS PIN #72985677
Jul 28, 2022
Sold
$2,220,000
$432/sq ft
Jun 9, 2022
Price Changed
$2,250,000
$438/sq ft
May 20, 2022
Listed
$2,350,000
$457/sq ft
+36
This lovely, expanded Colonial-style residence offers a superb layout for comfortable living in a picturesque setting. Highlights include great light throughout, four finished levels, an attached two-car garage, backyard patio area, and pretty side yard. The first floor includes a 2018 renovated kitchen with large center island and adjoining family room with walls of windows and gas fireplace. Also on this level are an elegant dining room with fireplace, living room, bright study, half bath, and three-season porch. The second level has four bedrooms, including a primary, and three bathrooms, each renovated in 2017. On the third floor are two additional good-sized bedrooms. The expansive lower level features a family room, gym, and full bathroom plus a well-equipped laundry room, storage room, and cedar closets. This property is beautifully situated with easy access to the aqueduct trail, Waban market, Starbucks, and Whole Foods. Also nearby are two "T" stops and highway access.
MLS PIN #71475572
May 31, 2013
Sold
$1,665,000
$324/sq ft
Feb 5, 2013
Contingent
—
Jan 24, 2013
Listed
$1,599,000
$311/sq ft
+11
Wonderful Waban. Spectacular high-end renovation & addition of this stunning Colonial.Extensive renovations in 2001, featuring exceptional spaces for 2013 style of living. Impressive kitchen with walls of glass,skylight & custom cabinetry. Top-of-the-line SS appliances. Family room w/fireplace & French doors leading to a magnificent private patio. 4 generously sized bedrooms on 2nd & 2 additional on 3rd. Fabulous LL with au pair suite. Media room w/ built-ins. Exquisite private outdoor space.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,471 (+3.8%)
$1,273,000 + $1,046,000
$2,319,000
2025
$21,644 (+3.4%)
$1,212,400 + $996,200
$2,208,600
2024
$20,928 (−5.6%)
$1,177,100 + $967,200
$2,144,300
2023
$22,166 (+4.5%)
$1,000,400 + $1,177,000
$2,177,400
2022
$21,209 (+3.6%)
$926,300 + $1,089,800
$2,016,100
2021
$20,466 (+3.1%)
$873,900 + $1,028,100
$1,902,000
2020
$19,857 (+2.9%)
$873,900 + $1,028,100
$1,902,000
2019
$19,297 (+1.9%)
$848,400 + $998,200
$1,846,600
2018
$18,930 (+3.1%)
$769,800 + $979,700
$1,749,500
2017
$18,354 (+4.6%)
$726,200 + $924,300
$1,650,500
2016
$17,554 (+4.9%)
$678,700 + $863,800
$1,542,500
2015
$16,737 (+0.6%)
$634,300 + $807,300
$1,441,600
2014
$16,633 (+38.5%)
$582,200 + $790,200
$1,372,400
2013
$12,007 (+2.9%)
$492,800 + $552,200
$1,045,000
2012
$11,673 (+9.9%)
$492,800 + $552,200
$1,045,000
2011
$10,624 (+2.6%)
$494,800 + $479,900
$974,700
2010
$10,354 (+2.9%)
$504,900 + $489,700
$994,600
2009
$10,059
$515,200 + $494,700
$1,009,900
Tax history for 131 Oliver Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,471 (+3.8%)
$1,273,000 + $1,046,000
$2,319,000
2025
$21,644 (+3.4%)
$1,212,400 + $996,200
$2,208,600
2024
$20,928 (−5.6%)
$1,177,100 + $967,200
$2,144,300
2023
$22,166 (+4.5%)
$1,000,400 + $1,177,000
$2,177,400
2022
$21,209 (+3.6%)
$926,300 + $1,089,800
$2,016,100
2021
$20,466 (+3.1%)
$873,900 + $1,028,100
$1,902,000
2020
$19,857 (+2.9%)
$873,900 + $1,028,100
$1,902,000
2019
$19,297 (+1.9%)
$848,400 + $998,200
$1,846,600
2018
$18,930 (+3.1%)
$769,800 + $979,700
$1,749,500
2017
$18,354 (+4.6%)
$726,200 + $924,300
$1,650,500
2016
$17,554 (+4.9%)
$678,700 + $863,800
$1,542,500
2015
$16,737 (+0.6%)
$634,300 + $807,300
$1,441,600
2014
$16,633 (+38.5%)
$582,200 + $790,200
$1,372,400
2013
$12,007 (+2.9%)
$492,800 + $552,200
$1,045,000
2012
$11,673 (+9.9%)
$492,800 + $552,200
$1,045,000
2011
$10,624 (+2.6%)
$494,800 + $479,900
$974,700
2010
$10,354 (+2.9%)
$504,900 + $489,700
$994,600
2009
$10,059
$515,200 + $494,700
$1,009,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,497
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1615458S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
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Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
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