Discover this charming Cape ideally located near Franklin Elementary School. Built in 1948, this 1,212 sq ft home features gleaming hardwood floors, a bright living room with a classic fireplace, and elegant archways that highlight its vintage character. The updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and white cabinetry, complementing its 2 bedrooms and full bathroom with distinctive tilework. A versatile bonus area upstairs, cozy enclosed porch, and low-maintenance ~0.11-acre lot enhance the property's appeal, while the 840 sq ft unfinished basement offers exciting expansion potential. With its blend of move-in readiness and opportunity for personalization, this home presents a rare chance to own a character-filled property at one of the most approachable price points in the neighborhood—all in one of Boston’s most sought-after suburbs.
Sold for $882,000 on 05/05/25
$882,000
12 Pershing Rd, Newton, MA 02465
3beds
1,212sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$863,700 Zestimate®
$728/sqft
$3,045 Estimated rent
Home value
$863,700
$795,000 - $933,000
$3,045/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 05, 2025 at 11:26am
Listed by:
Ethan Piani-Hohmann 781-879-0863,
Shilalis Real Estate 617-393-3458,
Ethan Piani-Hohmann 781-879-0863
Bought with:
Robert Koritz
Robert Koritz Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73356427
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 138
- Dimensions: 12 x 11.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 138
- Dimensions: 12 x 11.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 402.5
- Dimensions: 35 x 11.5
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 38
- Dimensions: 7.6 x 5
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 103.5
- Dimensions: 9 x 11.5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 104.65
- Dimensions: 9.1 x 11.5
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Sun Room
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,212
- Total interior livable area: 1,212 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,212
- Finished area below ground: 840
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,000 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 689969
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2025 | Sold | $882,000+16.2%$728/sqft |
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| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $759,000$626/sqft |
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| 6/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/22/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 7/23/2019 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,569 +3.4% | $670,300 +3% |
| 2024 | $6,352 +6.6% | $650,800 +11.2% |
| 2023 | $5,959 +4.5% | $585,400 +8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Newton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin
- Middle: F.A. Day
- High: Newton North
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$863,700
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