Beautifully sited on almost a half-acre lot in Waban, this meticulous Cape-style residence is lovely and offers a welcoming floor plan. The main level features a beautiful oversized living room with a fireplace and access to an expansive deck overlooking the beautiful level backyard, a recently renovated kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and a separate eat-in area surrounded by windows, a gracious dining room, a first floor primary bedroom suite with laundry, and a fabulous mudroom. The second level is comprised of three generous bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an office (could be a 5th bedroom). The lower level, with direct outdoor access, has a spacious family room and access to the garage. This house has many improvements including updated gas systems and air-conditioning, many new windows, copper gutters, a slate roof and gleaming hardwood floors. Conveniently located near the Angier School, Waban Centre, the “T” and local routes, MA Pike and 128.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$737Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Debby Belt• Hammond Residential Real Estate
Warm and inviting expanded cape with flexible floor plan that offers 2 potential master bedrooms. Huge and inviting living room with 2 sets of french doors opens to an incredible deck overlooking almost a 1/2 acre of backyard, perfect for entertaining both family and friends. Quiet street perfect for a family with quick access onto highway and mass pike. The beautiful finished walk out basement allows a great family/ play room with new full sized windows and great southern exposure for sun all day long with a private full bath, great for visiting in-laws and guests. 2 Car garage with direct access.
MLS PIN #71287079
Nov 16, 2011
Sold
$849,000
$294/sq ft
Sep 19, 2011
Contingent
—
Sep 14, 2011
Listed
$849,000
$294/sq ft
+15
Very special slate roof, custom home nestled at the end of a private Waban roadway. With numerous updates and beautiful decor, this home beckons to move in and enjoy. The flexible floor plan is perfect for today's lifestyle. The focal point of the home is the spac. living rm with f/p leading to a deck that overlooks 18,000 +sq. ft. of landscaped grounds. Fin. lower level w/ full bath and sep. entrance.Walk to Waban Sq., "T", and Angier. Easy commuter rte. access. A special offering-Come &see!
Public Records
Nov 1, 1985
Sold
$322,750
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,893 (+3.8%)
$1,564,100 + $76,000
$1,640,100
2025
$15,308 (−0.9%)
$1,489,600 + $72,400
$1,562,000
2024
$15,451 (+5.6%)
$1,446,200 + $136,900
$1,583,100
2023
$14,637 (+4.5%)
$1,136,100 + $301,700
$1,437,800
2022
$14,005 (+3.6%)
$1,051,900 + $279,400
$1,331,300
2021
$13,513 (+2.8%)
$992,400 + $263,500
$1,255,900
2020
$13,146 (+2.9%)
$992,400 + $266,800
$1,259,200
2019
$12,775 (+11.8%)
$963,500 + $259,000
$1,222,500
2018
$11,426 (+3.1%)
$865,500 + $190,500
$1,056,000
2017
$11,078 (+4.6%)
$816,500 + $179,700
$996,200
2016
$10,595 (+4.9%)
$763,100 + $167,900
$931,000
2015
$10,102 (+0.7%)
$713,200 + $156,900
$870,100
2014
$10,027 (+5.5%)
$654,500 + $172,800
$827,300
2013
$9,506 (+2.9%)
$654,500 + $172,800
$827,300
2012
$9,241 (+2.4%)
$654,500 + $172,800
$827,300
2011
$9,024 (+2.6%)
$651,600 + $176,300
$827,900
2010
$8,794 (+4.2%)
$664,900 + $179,900
$844,800
2009
$8,439
$678,500 + $168,800
$847,300
Tax history for 65 Rokeby Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,893 (+3.8%)
$1,564,100 + $76,000
$1,640,100
2025
$15,308 (−0.9%)
$1,489,600 + $72,400
$1,562,000
2024
$15,451 (+5.6%)
$1,446,200 + $136,900
$1,583,100
2023
$14,637 (+4.5%)
$1,136,100 + $301,700
$1,437,800
2022
$14,005 (+3.6%)
$1,051,900 + $279,400
$1,331,300
2021
$13,513 (+2.8%)
$992,400 + $263,500
$1,255,900
2020
$13,146 (+2.9%)
$992,400 + $266,800
$1,259,200
2019
$12,775 (+11.8%)
$963,500 + $259,000
$1,222,500
2018
$11,426 (+3.1%)
$865,500 + $190,500
$1,056,000
2017
$11,078 (+4.6%)
$816,500 + $179,700
$996,200
2016
$10,595 (+4.9%)
$763,100 + $167,900
$931,000
2015
$10,102 (+0.7%)
$713,200 + $156,900
$870,100
2014
$10,027 (+5.5%)
$654,500 + $172,800
$827,300
2013
$9,506 (+2.9%)
$654,500 + $172,800
$827,300
2012
$9,241 (+2.4%)
$654,500 + $172,800
$827,300
2011
$9,024 (+2.6%)
$651,600 + $176,300
$827,900
2010
$8,794 (+4.2%)
$664,900 + $179,900
$844,800
2009
$8,439
$678,500 + $168,800
$847,300
*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
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,517
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3818838S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Jan 30, 2023 • Final
Building permit - app (10/23)
Replace windows and patio doors. No structural changes are included.
Remodel
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.
Exterior Features: Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.43
Lot Features: Flood Plain, Level
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,451
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: In Waban, take Beacon Street or Quinobequin to Varick Road to Rokeby Road.
UnparsedAddress: 65 Rokeby Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Golf, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,517
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3818838S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
10/10
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