This timeless classic colonial home in a coveted Waban neighborhood features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with over 5900 sqft of luxurious living space sitting on a generous 27,330 lot. Offering a flexible open floor with gorgeous hardwood floors & an abundance of natural light. The main level features a formal living room, formal dining room, wonderful sun splashed chef's kitchen, butler's pantry, parlor room, amazing family room with a vaulted ceiling, floor-to-ceiling bluestone fireplace & access to the spectacular manicured backyard that includes a lovely patio & a gunite in ground pool & spa. Completing the 1st floor is a private master suite, a well designed bathroom & spacious walk-in closet. The 2nd floor features 1 ensuite bedroom, 3 additional family bedrooms & another full bath. The lower level features a gym, temperature controlled wine cellar, spacious playroom & laundry. Close to the Zervas School, Waban Sq, The Highlands and Green line T. Truly a fabulous home not to be missed!
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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 Fairlee Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72846445
Nov 19, 2021
Sold
$2,563,000
$434/sq ft
Oct 4, 2021
Contingent
—
Oct 4, 2021
Relisted
—
Sep 30, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Sep 25, 2021
Contingent
—
Sep 9, 2021
Price Changed
$2,650,000
$449/sq ft
Jul 12, 2021
Price Changed
$2,795,000
$473/sq ft
Jun 9, 2021
Listed
$2,988,000
$506/sq ft
MLS PIN #30259043
May 28, 1999
Sold
$775,000
$131/sq ft
Jan 29, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Sep 14, 1998
Listed
$825,000
$140/sq ft
HALLMARK OF QUALITY,LIFESTYLE & COMFORT- OUTSTANDING STONE FRONT SPAWLING ENG.COLONIAL W/UNIQUE SPACE&GRACIOUS CHARMER W/COOKS EAT-IN-KITCHEN-FAB GREAT RM W/STONE FIREPL-SEP.OFF. SUITE OR AUPAIR APT--CONT SELLER FIND SUITABLE HOME
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$30,811 (+3.8%)
$1,560,000 + $1,619,700
$3,179,700
2025
$29,677 (+3.4%)
$1,485,700 + $1,542,600
$3,028,300
2024
$28,695 (+4.2%)
$1,442,400 + $1,497,700
$2,940,100
2023
$27,526 (+4.5%)
$1,146,500 + $1,557,400
$2,703,900
2022
$26,338 (+3.6%)
$1,061,600 + $1,442,000
$2,503,600
2021
$25,414 (+3.1%)
$1,001,500 + $1,360,400
$2,361,900
2020
$24,658 (+2.9%)
$1,001,500 + $1,360,400
$2,361,900
2019
$23,963 (+4.3%)
$972,300 + $1,320,800
$2,293,100
2018
$22,969 (+3.1%)
$865,600 + $1,257,200
$2,122,800
2017
$22,269 (+4.6%)
$816,600 + $1,186,000
$2,002,600
2016
$21,299 (+4.9%)
$763,200 + $1,108,400
$1,871,600
2015
$20,308 (+1.6%)
$713,300 + $1,035,900
$1,749,200
2014
$19,980 (+5.5%)
$651,000 + $997,500
$1,648,500
2013
$18,941 (+2.9%)
$651,000 + $997,500
$1,648,500
2012
$18,414 (+2.2%)
$651,000 + $997,500
$1,648,500
2011
$18,016 (+2.6%)
$640,000 + $1,012,800
$1,652,800
2010
$17,556 (+2.4%)
$653,100 + $1,033,400
$1,686,500
2009
$17,140
$666,400 + $1,054,500
$1,720,900
Tax history for 72 Fairlee Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$30,811 (+3.8%)
$1,560,000 + $1,619,700
$3,179,700
2025
$29,677 (+3.4%)
$1,485,700 + $1,542,600
$3,028,300
2024
$28,695 (+4.2%)
$1,442,400 + $1,497,700
$2,940,100
2023
$27,526 (+4.5%)
$1,146,500 + $1,557,400
$2,703,900
2022
$26,338 (+3.6%)
$1,061,600 + $1,442,000
$2,503,600
2021
$25,414 (+3.1%)
$1,001,500 + $1,360,400
$2,361,900
2020
$24,658 (+2.9%)
$1,001,500 + $1,360,400
$2,361,900
2019
$23,963 (+4.3%)
$972,300 + $1,320,800
$2,293,100
2018
$22,969 (+3.1%)
$865,600 + $1,257,200
$2,122,800
2017
$22,269 (+4.6%)
$816,600 + $1,186,000
$2,002,600
2016
$21,299 (+4.9%)
$763,200 + $1,108,400
$1,871,600
2015
$20,308 (+1.6%)
$713,300 + $1,035,900
$1,749,200
2014
$19,980 (+5.5%)
$651,000 + $997,500
$1,648,500
2013
$18,941 (+2.9%)
$651,000 + $997,500
$1,648,500
2012
$18,414 (+2.2%)
$651,000 + $997,500
$1,648,500
2011
$18,016 (+2.6%)
$640,000 + $1,012,800
$1,652,800
2010
$17,556 (+2.4%)
$653,100 + $1,033,400
$1,686,500
2009
$17,140
$666,400 + $1,054,500
$1,720,900
*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
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,766
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2246981S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Wine Cellar, Exercise Room, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,907
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Beige
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.63
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,414.04
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Woodward Street to Fairlee Road
UnparsedAddress: 72 Fairlee Road, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,766
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2246981S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
Exclusions: The Bar Stools In The Kitchen Are Excluded.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Zervas Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
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