Custom-built, this spectacular Contemporary-style residence is set in Waban on a gorgeous 20,000 square foot lot with views of the exquisite grounds and nearby golf course. The entrance leads to an open-concept floor plan featuring a stunning living room with vaulted 18-foot ceiling, brilliant light from the huge picture windows, and access to a deck. The recently updated kitchen, with beautiful cabinetry, has a dining area with lovely views. There is a first-floor expansive primary bedroom suite with a full bath, soaking tub, ample closet space, high ceiling, and views of the yard. The versatile second floor has a loft, bedroom area, and half bath. The full, walk-out lower level is comprised of a bedroom, bath, family room, and playroom/gym/dance room. Amenities include a fabulous mudroom, an attached two-car garage, gas systems, AC, and gleaming hardwood floors. Conveniently located one block to the Angier School, Waban Village, the “T”, Route 128, and Mass. Pike.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$631Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Debby Belt• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Bought with Danielle Gunster• Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.
Earn from this home
Sell
$788,334
Est. take-home
List your home with Redfin and save $10,087
Refinance
$0
Est. cash available
Get cash now or lower your monthly rate
Rent
$4,391/mo
Redfin rental estimate
List your home for rent
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
Recently sold homes
26
3 MoM
Provided by Redfin
Sale history for 51 Dorset Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72984028
Jul 7, 2022
Sold
$1,530,000
$479/sq ft
May 18, 2022
Listed
$1,499,000
$469/sq ft
MLS PIN #72616929
Mar 27, 2020
Sold
$1,340,000
$419/sq ft
Feb 10, 2020
Pending
—
Feb 7, 2020
Listed
$1,299,000
$407/sq ft
+3
This custom-built residence is situated on beautiful grounds overlooking a golf course in Waban. The entrance leads to a living room with an eighteen foot ceiling and large windows providing wonderful light and pretty views of the yard. The kitchen and dining room also have lovely views of the manicured grounds. There is a master bedroom suite with a full bathroom. The versatile second level, features an office, a loft, and a half bathroom. The full lower level, with outdoor access, is comprised of a family room, a bedroom with a full bathroom, and a dance studio. Amenities include a deck overlooking the backyard, gas systems, and a two-car attached garage. This property is in the Angier School district and convenient to Waban Center, the “T” station, and major roadways.
Public Records
Jan 1, 1985
Sold
$45,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,937 (+3.8%)
$1,412,300 + $232,400
$1,644,700
2025
$15,351 (+3.4%)
$1,345,000 + $221,400
$1,566,400
2024
$14,843 (+6.2%)
$1,305,800 + $215,000
$1,520,800
2023
$13,978 (+4.5%)
$1,007,200 + $365,900
$1,373,100
2022
$13,375 (+3.6%)
$932,600 + $338,800
$1,271,400
2021
$12,906 (+3.1%)
$879,800 + $319,600
$1,199,400
2020
$12,522 (+2.9%)
$879,800 + $319,600
$1,199,400
2019
$12,169 (+4.8%)
$854,200 + $310,300
$1,164,500
2018
$11,610 (+3.1%)
$781,400 + $291,600
$1,073,000
2017
$11,257 (+4.6%)
$737,200 + $275,100
$1,012,300
2016
$10,767 (+4.9%)
$689,000 + $257,100
$946,100
2015
$10,266 (−3.6%)
$643,900 + $240,300
$884,200
2014
$10,645 (+5.5%)
$597,500 + $280,800
$878,300
2013
$10,092 (+2.9%)
$597,500 + $280,800
$878,300
2012
$9,811 (+3.5%)
$597,500 + $280,800
$878,300
2011
$9,481 (+2.6%)
$584,300 + $285,500
$869,800
2010
$9,240 (+2.1%)
$596,200 + $291,400
$887,600
2009
$9,046
$608,400 + $299,800
$908,200
Tax history for 51 Dorset Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,937 (+3.8%)
$1,412,300 + $232,400
$1,644,700
2025
$15,351 (+3.4%)
$1,345,000 + $221,400
$1,566,400
2024
$14,843 (+6.2%)
$1,305,800 + $215,000
$1,520,800
2023
$13,978 (+4.5%)
$1,007,200 + $365,900
$1,373,100
2022
$13,375 (+3.6%)
$932,600 + $338,800
$1,271,400
2021
$12,906 (+3.1%)
$879,800 + $319,600
$1,199,400
2020
$12,522 (+2.9%)
$879,800 + $319,600
$1,199,400
2019
$12,169 (+4.8%)
$854,200 + $310,300
$1,164,500
2018
$11,610 (+3.1%)
$781,400 + $291,600
$1,073,000
2017
$11,257 (+4.6%)
$737,200 + $275,100
$1,012,300
2016
$10,767 (+4.9%)
$689,000 + $257,100
$946,100
2015
$10,266 (−3.6%)
$643,900 + $240,300
$884,200
2014
$10,645 (+5.5%)
$597,500 + $280,800
$878,300
2013
$10,092 (+2.9%)
$597,500 + $280,800
$878,300
2012
$9,811 (+3.5%)
$597,500 + $280,800
$878,300
2011
$9,481 (+2.6%)
$584,300 + $285,500
$869,800
2010
$9,240 (+2.1%)
$596,200 + $291,400
$887,600
2009
$9,046
$608,400 + $299,800
$908,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Exterior Features: Balcony, Professional Landscaping
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,375
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: In Waban, near the Angier School and Waban Center, off of Beacon Street.
UnparsedAddress: 51 Dorset Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,948
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1865642S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
Comprising 13 distinct 'villages,' Newton remains a fiercely competitive Seller's market. With restrictive zoning, multiple T stops, and a suburban setting near Boston, this highly desirable, built-out city lacks new buildable land, ensuring new...