Renovated and expanded in 2011, this beautiful Colonial-style home in Waban sits on a level lot close to the village, Green Line, Cold Spring Park, Whole Foods & Zervas Elementary. Features include central air conditioning, a finished lower level and a direct entry 2-car garage. Off the foyer is the spacious living room with a fireplace and door to the 3 season sunroom. Across the foyer, the dining room has built-in cabinetry & leads to an oversized kitchen with high-end appliances, a walk-in pantry & sunny breakfast room. Off the kitchen is a great family room with a Trex deck with steps to the nicely landscaped yard. A powder room, laundry & mud room complete this level. On the second floor is a wonderful primary suite with 2 walk-in closets and an en suite bathroom with a large shower & double vanity, plus 4 more nice bedrooms & 2 more full bathrooms. Offering tons of flexible additional living space, the lower level has playroom, bonus room, workshop & lovely bathroom built in 2019
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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 79 Evelyn Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73095261
Aug 1, 2023
Sold
$2,065,000
$542/sq ft
Apr 5, 2023
Listed
$1,799,000
$472/sq ft
MLS PIN #71211658
Jan 18, 2012
Sold
$1,125,000
$295/sq ft
Dec 22, 2011
Contingent
—
Oct 20, 2011
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$315/sq ft
Sep 14, 2011
Price Changed
$1,240,000
$326/sq ft
Aug 10, 2011
Price Changed
$1,275,000
$335/sq ft
Jun 1, 2011
Price Changed
$1,299,000
$341/sq ft
Apr 6, 2011
Listed
$1,350,000
$354/sq ft
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Gracious Waban Garrison Colonial renovated & expanded in 2011. Gourmet kitchen w/granite, stainless steel, HW floors, & pantry w/ separate dining area. Family room off kitchen leading to deck & 3 season porch. Direct entry thru mudroom from 2 car garage. Formal dining room & living room with fireplace. 1st fl laundry. Master suite w/walk-in closet & stunning new bath + 4 other bedrooms & 2 other baths on the 2nd floor. 3 zones of central air. Exterior & landscaping are complete.
MLS PIN #71080080
Oct 15, 2010
Sold
$760,000
$200/sq ft
Sep 2, 2010
Contingent
—
Aug 18, 2010
Price Changed
$775,000
$203/sq ft
Jul 6, 2010
Price Changed
$799,000
$210/sq ft
Jun 4, 2010
Price Changed
$850,000
$223/sq ft
May 13, 2010
Listed
$885,000
$232/sq ft
WONDERFUL CLASSIC SLATE ROOF COLONIAL IN GREAT WABAN NEIGHBORHOOD - TERRIFIC 1ST FLOOR FAMILYROOM -- EAT-IN KITCHEN -- CHARMING LIVING ROOM AND DINING ROOM -- 4 BEDROOMS - 2 1/2 BATHROOMS -- SUPER FAMILY HOME -- EXCELLENT VALUE !!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,200 (+3.8%)
$1,266,300 + $818,300
$2,084,600
2025
$19,456 (+3.4%)
$1,206,000 + $779,300
$1,985,300
2024
$18,812 (+4.1%)
$1,170,900 + $756,600
$1,927,500
2023
$18,072 (+4.5%)
$904,000 + $871,200
$1,775,200
2022
$17,292 (+3.6%)
$837,000 + $806,700
$1,643,700
2021
$16,686 (+3.1%)
$789,600 + $761,100
$1,550,700
2020
$16,189 (+2.9%)
$789,600 + $761,100
$1,550,700
2019
$15,732 (+3.5%)
$766,600 + $738,900
$1,505,500
2018
$15,199 (+3.1%)
$695,800 + $708,900
$1,404,700
2017
$14,736 (+4.6%)
$656,400 + $668,800
$1,325,200
2016
$14,094 (+4.9%)
$613,500 + $625,000
$1,238,500
2015
$13,439 (+6.8%)
$573,400 + $584,100
$1,157,500
2014
$12,583 (+5.5%)
$526,500 + $511,700
$1,038,200
2013
$11,929 (+30.9%)
$526,500 + $511,700
$1,038,200
2012
$9,110 (+11.0%)
$526,500 + $289,100
$815,600
2011
$8,206 (+2.6%)
$527,500 + $225,300
$752,800
2010
$7,997 (+2.4%)
$538,300 + $229,900
$768,200
2009
$7,808
$549,300 + $234,600
$783,900
Tax history for 79 Evelyn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,200 (+3.8%)
$1,266,300 + $818,300
$2,084,600
2025
$19,456 (+3.4%)
$1,206,000 + $779,300
$1,985,300
2024
$18,812 (+4.1%)
$1,170,900 + $756,600
$1,927,500
2023
$18,072 (+4.5%)
$904,000 + $871,200
$1,775,200
2022
$17,292 (+3.6%)
$837,000 + $806,700
$1,643,700
2021
$16,686 (+3.1%)
$789,600 + $761,100
$1,550,700
2020
$16,189 (+2.9%)
$789,600 + $761,100
$1,550,700
2019
$15,732 (+3.5%)
$766,600 + $738,900
$1,505,500
2018
$15,199 (+3.1%)
$695,800 + $708,900
$1,404,700
2017
$14,736 (+4.6%)
$656,400 + $668,800
$1,325,200
2016
$14,094 (+4.9%)
$613,500 + $625,000
$1,238,500
2015
$13,439 (+6.8%)
$573,400 + $584,100
$1,157,500
2014
$12,583 (+5.5%)
$526,500 + $511,700
$1,038,200
2013
$11,929 (+30.9%)
$526,500 + $511,700
$1,038,200
2012
$9,110 (+11.0%)
$526,500 + $289,100
$815,600
2011
$8,206 (+2.6%)
$527,500 + $225,300
$752,800
2010
$7,997 (+2.4%)
$538,300 + $229,900
$768,200
2009
$7,808
$549,300 + $234,600
$783,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,909
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2751805S
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, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bathroom, Play Room, Bonus Room, Mud Room, Sun Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,809
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $18,072
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: At corner of Paulson and Evelyn
UnparsedAddress: 79 Evelyn Rd, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,909
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2751805S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Zervas Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
Newton South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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