This lovely center-entrance Colonial-style residence, ideally set in Waban near the Angier School, features high ceilings, beautiful molding, oversized rooms, and handsome hardwood floors. The welcoming foyer opens to a substantial front-to-back living room with a fabulous fireplace, views of the yard, and access to an expansive deck. The updated kitchen is appointed with top-of-the-line appliances, island with stone countertops, and custom cabinets. Wainscot panel molding enhances the dining room as well as the elegant hallway. A three-season porch and office complete this level. The second floor offers a master bedroom suite with large bedroom, walk-in closet, and bath; two other generously sized bedrooms with access to outdoor decks; bath; and laundry. The third floor has two bedrooms, bath, and office. The finished lower level has a family room and access to mudroom and attached two-car garage. Updated gas systems and central a/c. Convenient to Waban Center, the T, major routes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$596Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Debby Belt• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Mizner + Montero• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Sophisticated and inviting 1926 brick Colonial in a fabulous Waban location. The beautifully proportioned rooms feature a front-to-back living room (15 by 28 ft.) with fireplace and French doors to the deck. There is a banquet sized dining room with access to a three-season porch plus a sun-filled cook's kitchen with generous marble center island, two sinks and disposals, and lots of nice updates. Five bedrooms, including a (15 by 22ft.) master with private bathroom and walk-in closet. 3rd floor teen suite with two bedrooms and a bathroom. The finished lower level is currently used as a studio and family room with lots of great space,sink, very nicely finished with cork flooring. Two-car heated garage with direct-entry. Roof and gutters 2013. Nearby is wonderful Waban Village with shops, restaurants and the "T". Great highway access and the New Angier Elementary School.
MLS PIN #71204293
Aug 1, 2011
Sold
$1,294,000
$272/sq ft
Apr 14, 2011
Contingent
—
Apr 5, 2011
Price Changed
$1,299,000
$273/sq ft
Mar 23, 2011
Listed
$1,349,000
$284/sq ft
Georgian Colonial located in desirable Waban.5 bed,3.5 bth,LR/FP,elegant DR,state-of-the-art-kitchen,FR/FP off LR,hw floors,c/a,newer systems. Set on exquisite 14,800 sq ft lot of land enhanced w/deck,gazebo. First flr gas radiator heat 4 yrs old Second and third flr forced air 3 yrs old All newer windows on 2nd and 3rd flr. Newer windows on 1st floor except front windows. Basement windows have not been replaced A/C compressor 7yrs old.Close to Angier School,The Windsor Club and Waban Sq.
Public Records
Nov 1, 1982
Sold
$225,000
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,718 (−4.4%)
$1,484,000 + $757,300
$2,241,300
2025
$22,724 (+4.2%)
$1,413,300 + $905,500
$2,318,800
2024
$21,817 (+4.8%)
$1,372,100 + $863,200
$2,235,300
2023
$20,817 (+19.0%)
$1,069,700 + $975,200
$2,044,900
2022
$17,492 (+3.6%)
$990,500 + $672,200
$1,662,700
2021
$16,878 (+3.1%)
$934,400 + $634,200
$1,568,600
2020
$16,376 (+2.9%)
$934,400 + $634,200
$1,568,600
2019
$15,914 (+1.0%)
$907,200 + $615,700
$1,522,900
2018
$15,754 (+3.1%)
$819,300 + $636,700
$1,456,000
2017
$15,274 (+4.6%)
$772,900 + $600,700
$1,373,600
2016
$14,609 (+4.9%)
$722,300 + $561,400
$1,283,700
2015
$13,929 (−0.3%)
$675,000 + $524,700
$1,199,700
2014
$13,974 (+5.5%)
$620,400 + $532,600
$1,153,000
2013
$13,248 (+5.1%)
$620,400 + $532,600
$1,153,000
2012
$12,601 (+3.1%)
$620,400 + $507,700
$1,128,100
2011
$12,220 (+2.6%)
$620,700 + $500,400
$1,121,100
2010
$11,909 (+4.3%)
$633,400 + $510,600
$1,144,000
2009
$11,420
$646,300 + $500,300
$1,146,600
Tax history for 26 Tamworth Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,718 (−4.4%)
$1,484,000 + $757,300
$2,241,300
2025
$22,724 (+4.2%)
$1,413,300 + $905,500
$2,318,800
2024
$21,817 (+4.8%)
$1,372,100 + $863,200
$2,235,300
2023
$20,817 (+19.0%)
$1,069,700 + $975,200
$2,044,900
2022
$17,492 (+3.6%)
$990,500 + $672,200
$1,662,700
2021
$16,878 (+3.1%)
$934,400 + $634,200
$1,568,600
2020
$16,376 (+2.9%)
$934,400 + $634,200
$1,568,600
2019
$15,914 (+1.0%)
$907,200 + $615,700
$1,522,900
2018
$15,754 (+3.1%)
$819,300 + $636,700
$1,456,000
2017
$15,274 (+4.6%)
$772,900 + $600,700
$1,373,600
2016
$14,609 (+4.9%)
$722,300 + $561,400
$1,283,700
2015
$13,929 (−0.3%)
$675,000 + $524,700
$1,199,700
2014
$13,974 (+5.5%)
$620,400 + $532,600
$1,153,000
2013
$13,248 (+5.1%)
$620,400 + $532,600
$1,153,000
2012
$12,601 (+3.1%)
$620,400 + $507,700
$1,128,100
2011
$12,220 (+2.6%)
$620,700 + $500,400
$1,121,100
2010
$11,909 (+4.3%)
$633,400 + $510,600
$1,144,000
2009
$11,420
$646,300 + $500,300
$1,146,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14,800
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
4,750
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1830125S
Parking Spaces
7
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 9, 2026.
Mar 26, 2025 • Active
Gas permit - application
Gas
Mar 19, 2025 • Final
Electrical permit application
Install a standby generator.
Generator
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 7
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Workshop in Garage, Paved
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Play Room, Sun Room, Office, Bathroom
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,724
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Lead Paint: Yes
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,491
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: In Waban, near Waban Center and the Angier School. Off of Chestnut Street or off of Fenwick Road.
UnparsedAddress: 26 Tamworth Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,750
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 7
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1830125S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
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