Open house cancelled, offer accepted. Overlooking Brae Burn’s 11th Fairway, this move-in ready 1910 Colonial on one of Waban’s most desirable, quiet cul-de-sac roads, offers 4+ bedrooms and 3.5 baths in 3,619 sf of living space. This beautiful home is sited on a landscaped .45 acre lot. Classic and stylish, with a large, sunny chef's eat-in kitchen that opens to the back yard and patio. Easy flow to sun flooded family room and gracious formal spaces. Lovely, private screened-in porch, perfect for Summer entertaining. Enjoy your Primary Suite with private roof deck and expansive golf course views. 2nd floor offers 3 additional bedrooms with a flexible 5th room, ideal for office or nursery, and separate laundry. Large lower level play room. 2-car garage with roof deck. Ideally located within steps of Waban Square, Green Line, all major routes and desirable new Angier School.
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$897Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Drucker Group• Compass
Bought with Rachel Goldman• MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Beautifully sited on a gentle knoll overlooking Brae Burn's 11th fairway, this gracious turn-of-the-century residence has undergone a meticulous 2006 renovation with thoughtful attention to the ambiance, character & detail throughout the home. NOTHING TO DO- JUST MOVE IN & ENJOY! A highlight is the home's 2013 DREAM CHEF'S KITCHEN w/ fireplace & spacious breakfast area. Other special fea. incl. a glorious sunny fam. rm. overlooking the golf course, master suite that steps out to a large private deck, delightful expansive screen porch & tastefully updated baths. A 5th rm on the 2nd floor is ideal for office or nursery (no closet) & the lower level boasts a wonderful carpeted playroom. Complete with 2-car garage w/ roof deck, replacement windows, newer systems, central air & sprinkler system. A wonderful location on a quiet, tree-lined dead-end street within walking distance to Waban Square, Riverside Line MBTA stop and Windsor Club (a swim, tennis & social club for area residents).
Public Records
Dec 18, 2008
Sold
$2,300,000
$636/sq ft
MLS PIN #70768153
Dec 18, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Dec 18, 2008
Sold
$2,300,000
$636/sq ft
Aug 14, 2008
Contingent
—
May 28, 2008
Listed
$2,495,000
$689/sq ft
Handsome stucco Colonial style residence perched on a knoll with views of the Braeburn fairways. This property has an open and inviting floor plan and has been renovated to the highest standards. State of the art kitchen, master suite with spectacular deck with sweeping views. 10 minute walk to Waban Village and T.
MLS PIN #50367090
May 30, 1997
Sold
$635,000
$175/sq ft
Mar 10, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Mar 6, 1997
Listed
$539,000
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,914 (+3.8%)
$1,676,400 + $1,204,300
$2,880,700
2025
$26,886 (+3.4%)
$1,596,600 + $1,146,900
$2,743,500
2024
$25,997 (+0.7%)
$1,550,100 + $1,113,500
$2,663,600
2023
$25,806 (−16.4%)
$1,520,000 + $1,015,000
$2,535,000
2022
$30,865 (+3.6%)
$1,407,400 + $1,526,500
$2,933,900
2021
$29,782 (+3.1%)
$1,327,700 + $1,440,100
$2,767,800
2020
$28,896 (+2.9%)
$1,327,700 + $1,440,100
$2,767,800
2019
$28,081 (+3.5%)
$1,289,000 + $1,398,200
$2,687,200
2018
$27,144 (+3.1%)
$1,166,100 + $1,342,600
$2,508,700
2017
$26,318 (+4.6%)
$1,100,100 + $1,266,600
$2,366,700
2016
$25,171 (+4.9%)
$1,028,100 + $1,183,800
$2,211,900
2015
$24,000 (+0.9%)
$960,800 + $1,106,400
$2,067,200
2014
$23,775 (+6.0%)
$879,900 + $1,081,700
$1,961,600
2013
$22,432 (+2.9%)
$879,900 + $1,072,400
$1,952,300
2012
$21,807 (+2.4%)
$879,900 + $1,072,400
$1,952,300
2011
$21,291 (+2.6%)
$889,900 + $1,063,400
$1,953,300
2010
$20,749 (+43.0%)
$908,100 + $1,085,100
$1,993,200
2009
$14,509
$810,700 + $646,000
$1,456,700
Tax history for 196 Kent Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,914 (+3.8%)
$1,676,400 + $1,204,300
$2,880,700
2025
$26,886 (+3.4%)
$1,596,600 + $1,146,900
$2,743,500
2024
$25,997 (+0.7%)
$1,550,100 + $1,113,500
$2,663,600
2023
$25,806 (−16.4%)
$1,520,000 + $1,015,000
$2,535,000
2022
$30,865 (+3.6%)
$1,407,400 + $1,526,500
$2,933,900
2021
$29,782 (+3.1%)
$1,327,700 + $1,440,100
$2,767,800
2020
$28,896 (+2.9%)
$1,327,700 + $1,440,100
$2,767,800
2019
$28,081 (+3.5%)
$1,289,000 + $1,398,200
$2,687,200
2018
$27,144 (+3.1%)
$1,166,100 + $1,342,600
$2,508,700
2017
$26,318 (+4.6%)
$1,100,100 + $1,266,600
$2,366,700
2016
$25,171 (+4.9%)
$1,028,100 + $1,183,800
$2,211,900
2015
$24,000 (+0.9%)
$960,800 + $1,106,400
$2,067,200
2014
$23,775 (+6.0%)
$879,900 + $1,081,700
$1,961,600
2013
$22,432 (+2.9%)
$879,900 + $1,072,400
$1,952,300
2012
$21,807 (+2.4%)
$879,900 + $1,072,400
$1,952,300
2011
$21,291 (+2.6%)
$889,900 + $1,063,400
$1,953,300
2010
$20,749 (+43.0%)
$908,100 + $1,085,100
$1,993,200
2009
$14,509
$810,700 + $646,000
$1,456,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,579
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2386622S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 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, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
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