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  • $1,388,700

    242 Islington Rd, Newton, MA 02466

    3beds
    1,868sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1870
    0.47 Acres Lot
    $1,388,700 Zestimate®
    $743/sqft
    $4,020 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,388,700

    $1.26M - $1.53M

    $4,020/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Recently updated with refinished hardwood floors, new flooring in kitchen and baths and fresh paint in every room. Located in Auburndales coveted Islington Peninsula, this historically significant property awaits your personalization. Situated on 20k square feet of private, flat land, the house features many original details including high ceilings, rounded windows and exposed beams and brick. A dining room, office, kitchen and fireplaced living room plus half bath comprise the first floor. The second floor features three bedrooms and a full bath. Commute to Boston via nearby Mass Pike and 95. Close to Commuter Rail and Auburndale Square which features Starbucks, Star Market, boutiques, a diner, a bakery and restaurants.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Cable Available
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,868 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off-street, On-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Park, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Lot
    • Size: 0.47 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: NEWTS41B026L0012

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • brick
    • Roof: Shake / Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1870

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Newton

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Highway Access, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
    • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Vinyl / Vtc
    • Hot Water: Oil
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
    • Exterior: Brick
    • Construction: Brick
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Heating: Oil
    • Interior Features: Cable Available
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Closet
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Closet
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Colonial
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full
    • Fam Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Fireplace, Deck - Exterior
    • Fam Level: First Floor
    • Insulation Feature: Unknown
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Half
    • Kit Dscrp: Kitchen Island
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Deck
    • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick
    • Road Type: Public
    • Lot Description: Wooded
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Basement Feature: Unfinished Basement

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/16/2019Sold$840,000-6.6%$450/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/23/2019Pending sale$899,000$481/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72407729 Report a problem
    2/6/2019Listed for sale$899,000$481/sqft
    Source: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services #72407729 Report a problem
    11/20/2018Listing removed$899,000$481/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72407729 Report a problem
    11/8/2018Listed for sale$899,000$481/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72407729 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$13,762 +3.8%$1,404,300 +3.4%
    2024$13,254 +6.2%$1,358,000 +10.7%
    2023$12,483 +4.5%$1,226,200 +8%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Auburndale

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Burr
    • Middle: Day
    • High: Newton North

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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