Sun OH cancelled. Sellers accepted an offer. This spectacular Waban Victorian offers four floors of generous living space. Showcasing 9' ceilings and stunning architectural details, this exceptional home has been tastefully renovated and expanded with a 3-story-addition.The grand entry is accentuated by a captivating, custom-built porch with a turret. First floor features an open, eat-in chef’s kitchen with breakfast bar, custom cabinetry, and granite counter tops, which connects to the FR.The gracious DR, LR w/fireplace, half bath, and mudroom with custom-built storage complete the 1st flr. Second flr boasts an exquisite primary suite with spa-like soaking tub and shower, 2 over-sized bedrooms, an updated main bath, & laundry. A 4th spacious bedroom is located on the third flr. The LL, with exterior access, offers flexible space as an office, au pair suite, or playroom, and includes full, modern bath. Close to Waban Ctr, Angier, Windsor Club, the "T", and major routes. 85Ridge.com
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$639Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Barry-Beaver Team• Compass
Bought with The Weiss Team• REMAX Executive 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 85 Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73080909
May 1, 2023
Sold
$2,050,000
$520/sq ft
Feb 25, 2023
Contingent
—
Feb 22, 2023
Listed
$1,899,000
$481/sq ft
MLS PIN #30310731
Aug 16, 1999
Sold
$444,350
$113/sq ft
May 19, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Apr 15, 1999
Listed
$449,000
$114/sq ft
CHARMING TURN OF THE CENTURY COLONIAL ON SECLUDED CUL DE SAC. LOVELY LIVING RM W/FP & WINDOW SEAT, FORMAL DINING RM & EAT-IN KITCHEN.THREE 2ND FLOOR BEDROOMS & WONDERFUL SKYLIT 3RD FLOOR.WALK TO ANGEIR SCHOOL & MBTA.OCCUPANCY SEPT.1,1999
Public Records
Aug 19, 1988
Sold
$316,500
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,065 (+3.8%)
$1,437,100 + $633,600
$2,070,700
2025
$19,327 (+8.3%)
$1,368,700 + $603,400
$1,972,100
2024
$17,846 (−6.4%)
$1,328,800 + $499,700
$1,828,500
2023
$19,065 (+4.5%)
$1,030,800 + $842,000
$1,872,800
2022
$18,243 (+3.6%)
$954,400 + $779,700
$1,734,100
2021
$17,602 (+3.1%)
$900,400 + $735,500
$1,635,900
2020
$17,079 (+2.9%)
$900,400 + $735,500
$1,635,900
2019
$16,598 (+3.7%)
$874,200 + $714,100
$1,588,300
2018
$16,008 (+3.1%)
$792,000 + $687,500
$1,479,500
2017
$15,521 (+4.6%)
$747,200 + $648,600
$1,395,800
2016
$14,845 (+4.9%)
$698,300 + $606,200
$1,304,500
2015
$14,155 (+1.1%)
$652,600 + $566,600
$1,219,200
2014
$13,995 (+5.5%)
$600,400 + $554,300
$1,154,700
2013
$13,268 (+2.9%)
$600,400 + $554,300
$1,154,700
2012
$12,898 (+3.8%)
$600,400 + $554,300
$1,154,700
2011
$12,426 (+2.6%)
$602,700 + $537,300
$1,140,000
2010
$12,110 (+2.4%)
$615,000 + $548,300
$1,163,300
2009
$11,823
$627,500 + $559,500
$1,187,000
Tax history for 85 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,065 (+3.8%)
$1,437,100 + $633,600
$2,070,700
2025
$19,327 (+8.3%)
$1,368,700 + $603,400
$1,972,100
2024
$17,846 (−6.4%)
$1,328,800 + $499,700
$1,828,500
2023
$19,065 (+4.5%)
$1,030,800 + $842,000
$1,872,800
2022
$18,243 (+3.6%)
$954,400 + $779,700
$1,734,100
2021
$17,602 (+3.1%)
$900,400 + $735,500
$1,635,900
2020
$17,079 (+2.9%)
$900,400 + $735,500
$1,635,900
2019
$16,598 (+3.7%)
$874,200 + $714,100
$1,588,300
2018
$16,008 (+3.1%)
$792,000 + $687,500
$1,479,500
2017
$15,521 (+4.6%)
$747,200 + $648,600
$1,395,800
2016
$14,845 (+4.9%)
$698,300 + $606,200
$1,304,500
2015
$14,155 (+1.1%)
$652,600 + $566,600
$1,219,200
2014
$13,995 (+5.5%)
$600,400 + $554,300
$1,154,700
2013
$13,268 (+2.9%)
$600,400 + $554,300
$1,154,700
2012
$12,898 (+3.8%)
$600,400 + $554,300
$1,154,700
2011
$12,426 (+2.6%)
$602,700 + $537,300
$1,140,000
2010
$12,110 (+2.4%)
$615,000 + $548,300
$1,163,300
2009
$11,823
$627,500 + $559,500
$1,187,000
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,879
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3025187S
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Stained Glass
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Pendant, Open Floorplan, Bonus Room, Mud Room, Bathroom, Wet Bar
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,945
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Dark Green
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,255
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Beacon to Carlton to Ridge Road. Parking is easier on Carlton Road.
UnparsedAddress: 85 Ridge Road, Newton MA 02468
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,879
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3025187S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Exterior Television.
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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