Spectacular 1.1 Acre Lot in the heart of Waban with ample level yard for possible pool, pool or guest house, sport court or other options. Original 1929 house meticulously gut renovated to the studs and expanded by premier local builder. Less than a mile to village, T and Angier School. Beautiful custom kitchen with walnut island and accents, great room with gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings and breakfast area, multiple access to 2 bluestone patios. Living room dining room and den with access to yard and 3 season sunroom. Large mud room with direct access to 3 car attached heated garage with storage area. 6 large bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half custom baths, including primary bedroom suite with gas fireplace, double walk-in closets and spa like bath, laundry room on 2nd floor. Finished 3rd floor and lower level with 3 large flexible rooms including step down media room offer tremendous space to play and work. Amazing craftsmanship makes this the perfect place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
1.11 acresLot Size
$737Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Matt Montgomery Group• Compass
Bought with Valerie Beaver• Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty
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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
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Sale history for 72 Crofton Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72727522
Dec 30, 2020
Sold
$4,300,000
$602/sq ft
Oct 14, 2020
Price Changed
$4,495,000
$630/sq ft
Sep 16, 2020
Listed
$4,595,000
$644/sq ft
MLS PIN #72314858
Jun 13, 2018
Sold
$1,552,500
$217/sq ft
May 10, 2018
Pending
—
Apr 25, 2018
Listed
$1,650,000
$231/sq ft
+19
Located on a tranquil double lot in the heart of Waban, this stucco 1920s Craftsman-style home has been lovingly maintained and updated. The property is composed of 2 adjacent lots totaling 48,285 square feet. The house is sited on a 21,285 square foot mostly-level lot with gorgeous mature landscaping and the sale includes the abutting 27,000 square foot sloping wooded lot. With ample expansion potential, this lovely home includes an oversized one car garage, central air and a heated in-ground pool. The house is entered through a large foyer with steps to the huge living room with access to the cozy library, 4 seasons sunroom and generously-sized dining room. The 2016 custom kitchen & butler's pantry with breakfast room has access to yard and pool. The 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms, including a master with 2 walk-in closets, and 2 full baths. The 3rd floor has the 5th bedroom and older 3rd bath plus unfinished storage. The lower level has laundry, updated systems and ample storage.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$43,322 (+3.8%)
$1,783,800 + $2,687,000
$4,470,800
2025
$41,727 (+3.4%)
$1,698,900 + $2,559,000
$4,257,900
2024
$40,347 (+3.1%)
$1,649,400 + $2,484,500
$4,133,900
2023
$39,151 (+4.5%)
$1,302,000 + $2,543,900
$3,845,900
2022
$37,462 (+14.0%)
$1,205,600 + $2,355,400
$3,561,000
2021
$32,862 (+103.0%)
$1,034,100 + $2,020,000
$3,054,100
2020
$16,192 (+9.1%)
$1,034,100 + $516,900
$1,551,000
2019
$14,848 (+4.4%)
$1,004,000 + $416,900
$1,420,900
2018
$14,229 (+0.8%)
$898,900 + $416,200
$1,315,100
2017
$14,119 (+4.6%)
$848,000 + $421,700
$1,269,700
2016
$13,504 (+4.9%)
$792,500 + $394,100
$1,186,600
2015
$12,875 (+0.1%)
$740,700 + $368,300
$1,109,000
2014
$12,856 (+5.5%)
$679,100 + $381,600
$1,060,700
2013
$12,187 (+2.9%)
$679,100 + $381,600
$1,060,700
2012
$11,848 (+1.2%)
$679,100 + $381,600
$1,060,700
2011
$11,713 (+2.6%)
$673,800 + $400,800
$1,074,600
2010
$11,415 (+2.4%)
$687,600 + $408,900
$1,096,500
2009
$11,144
$701,600 + $417,300
$1,118,900
Tax history for 72 Crofton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$43,322 (+3.8%)
$1,783,800 + $2,687,000
$4,470,800
2025
$41,727 (+3.4%)
$1,698,900 + $2,559,000
$4,257,900
2024
$40,347 (+3.1%)
$1,649,400 + $2,484,500
$4,133,900
2023
$39,151 (+4.5%)
$1,302,000 + $2,543,900
$3,845,900
2022
$37,462 (+14.0%)
$1,205,600 + $2,355,400
$3,561,000
2021
$32,862 (+103.0%)
$1,034,100 + $2,020,000
$3,054,100
2020
$16,192 (+9.1%)
$1,034,100 + $516,900
$1,551,000
2019
$14,848 (+4.4%)
$1,004,000 + $416,900
$1,420,900
2018
$14,229 (+0.8%)
$898,900 + $416,200
$1,315,100
2017
$14,119 (+4.6%)
$848,000 + $421,700
$1,269,700
2016
$13,504 (+4.9%)
$792,500 + $394,100
$1,186,600
2015
$12,875 (+0.1%)
$740,700 + $368,300
$1,109,000
2014
$12,856 (+5.5%)
$679,100 + $381,600
$1,060,700
2013
$12,187 (+2.9%)
$679,100 + $381,600
$1,060,700
2012
$11,848 (+1.2%)
$679,100 + $381,600
$1,060,700
2011
$11,713 (+2.6%)
$673,800 + $400,800
$1,074,600
2010
$11,415 (+2.4%)
$687,600 + $408,900
$1,096,500
2009
$11,144
$701,600 + $417,300
$1,118,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Year Built Details: Renovated Since,Finished, Never Occupied
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.11
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,848
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Waban Avenue between Pilgrim and Carlton
UnparsedAddress: 72 Crofton Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,957
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2393289S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Angier Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
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