This tastefully remodeled Ranch in Waban is in pristine condition. The first floor features a spacious step-down living room with a fireplace, a dining room with access to the yard, a beautiful white kitchen with quartz counters and high-end stainless steel appliances, renovated bathrooms, four bedrooms, and a conveniently designed mudroom. The lower level has been reconfigured to include a home office, a guest room, and a great family room, as well as a large bathroom. This wonderful residence also offers A/C, a two-car garage, and a level private backyard with a great patio. Close to the newly built Zervas school. Unbeatable location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$982Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Agarkov• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Maryellen Dischino• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Waltham
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Market trends in 02468, MA
Last updated August 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
Recently sold homes
26
3 MoM
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Sale history for 157 Evelyn Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72545426
Oct 30, 2019
Sold
$1,320,000
$684/sq ft
Aug 14, 2019
Pending
—
Aug 6, 2019
Listed
$1,289,000
$668/sq ft
MLS PIN #70497519
Mar 30, 2007
Sold
$765,000
$396/sq ft
Dec 18, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Dec 6, 2006
Listed
$819,000
$424/sq ft
Desirable Waban! Meticulously maintained 8 room, 3 bedroom, 3 full bath Ranch on a large, level lot. This wonderful home has an open floor plan with a step-down, fireplaced living room, eat-in-kitchen, large master bedroom, loads of storage and central air conditioning. Large, finished lower level offers three rooms and a full bath. Lovely landscaped grounds. Direct entry two car garage. Walk to the T and shops.
MLS PIN #30476411
Jul 26, 2001
Sold
$665,000
$345/sq ft
Mar 13, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Feb 6, 2001
Listed
$689,000
$357/sq ft
7 RM RANCH HOME IN GREAT LOCATION, CLOSE TO WABAN SQUARE & COLD SPRING PARK. MASTER W/BATH, 1988 KITCHEN W/JENNAIR STEP-DOWN LIVING RM W/FP,LOWER LEVEL PANELLED REC RM/OFFICE W/FP.C/A,2-C DIRECT ENTRY GARAGE. LEVEL LOT, QUIET STREET.
Public Records
Aug 28, 1987
Sold
$390,000
$202/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1987
Sold
$390,000
$202/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,653 (+3.8%)
$1,253,400 + $362,000
$1,615,400
2025
$15,077 (+3.4%)
$1,193,700 + $344,800
$1,538,500
2024
$14,579 (+5.4%)
$1,158,900 + $334,800
$1,493,700
2023
$13,836 (+4.5%)
$893,300 + $465,800
$1,359,100
2022
$13,238 (+3.6%)
$827,100 + $431,300
$1,258,400
2021
$12,774 (+19.9%)
$780,300 + $406,900
$1,187,200
2020
$10,651 (+2.9%)
$780,300 + $239,900
$1,020,200
2019
$10,351 (+4.0%)
$757,600 + $232,900
$990,500
2018
$9,957 (+6.0%)
$688,500 + $231,700
$920,200
2017
$9,394 (+7.5%)
$649,500 + $195,300
$844,800
2016
$8,736 (+4.9%)
$607,000 + $160,700
$767,700
2015
$8,330 (+0.8%)
$567,300 + $150,200
$717,500
2014
$8,267 (+5.5%)
$521,000 + $161,100
$682,100
2013
$7,837 (+2.9%)
$521,000 + $161,100
$682,100
2012
$7,619 (+3.0%)
$521,000 + $161,100
$682,100
2011
$7,395 (+2.6%)
$522,600 + $155,800
$678,400
2010
$7,206 (+2.4%)
$533,300 + $158,900
$692,200
2009
$7,035
$544,200 + $162,100
$706,300
Tax history for 157 Evelyn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,653 (+3.8%)
$1,253,400 + $362,000
$1,615,400
2025
$15,077 (+3.4%)
$1,193,700 + $344,800
$1,538,500
2024
$14,579 (+5.4%)
$1,158,900 + $334,800
$1,493,700
2023
$13,836 (+4.5%)
$893,300 + $465,800
$1,359,100
2022
$13,238 (+3.6%)
$827,100 + $431,300
$1,258,400
2021
$12,774 (+19.9%)
$780,300 + $406,900
$1,187,200
2020
$10,651 (+2.9%)
$780,300 + $239,900
$1,020,200
2019
$10,351 (+4.0%)
$757,600 + $232,900
$990,500
2018
$9,957 (+6.0%)
$688,500 + $231,700
$920,200
2017
$9,394 (+7.5%)
$649,500 + $195,300
$844,800
2016
$8,736 (+4.9%)
$607,000 + $160,700
$767,700
2015
$8,330 (+0.8%)
$567,300 + $150,200
$717,500
2014
$8,267 (+5.5%)
$521,000 + $161,100
$682,100
2013
$7,837 (+2.9%)
$521,000 + $161,100
$682,100
2012
$7,619 (+3.0%)
$521,000 + $161,100
$682,100
2011
$7,395 (+2.6%)
$522,600 + $155,800
$678,400
2010
$7,206 (+2.4%)
$533,300 + $158,900
$692,200
2009
$7,035
$544,200 + $162,100
$706,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,930
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2587923S
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
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Living Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room Information
Area: 324
Length: 27
Width: 12
Level: Basement
Dining Room Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Area: 150
Length: 15
Width: 10
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Office Room Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,351
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Beacon between Walnut & Chestnut
UnparsedAddress: 157 Evelyn Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,930
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2587923S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer And Dehumidifier Are Excluded.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Zervas Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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