Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to own in Newton Highlands, just steps to the Green Line T! This lovingly-cared for colonial has been in the same family for 60+ years and is ready for its next owner to add their own personal touch! The 1st floor features a charming fire-placed living room, formal dining room, light-filled kitchen, 1/2 bath & a wonderful heated sunroom perfect for enjoying year-round, overlooking the yard. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 bedrooms including a generous front-to-back primary w/2 closets, plus a spacious full bath & linen closet. Laundry & excellent storage space downstairs w/potential to finish the basement. Most major systems have been updated within the past 10-15 years. Level lot with fenced-in yard plus 1 car garage. Easy access to Route 9, 95, Eliot T, and all the shops, restaurants & amenities in the vibrant Highlands and on Needham St, plus Echo Bridge & nearby parks. Wonderful home in a fantastic commuter-friendly location; a must see!
Sold for $1,076,000 on 03/07/25
$1,076,000
53 Margaret Rd, Newton, MA 02461
3beds
1,494sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
5,940 Square Feet Lot
$1,055,700 Zestimate®
$720/sqft
$4,337 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,055,700
$971,000 - $1.14M
$4,337/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 07, 2025 at 11:15am
Listed by:
Fleet Homes Group 617-831-1099,
Keller Williams Realty 617-969-9000
Bought with:
Ning Sun
Phoenix Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73326299
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,494
- Total interior livable area: 1,494 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Frontage length: 65.00
Lot
- Size: 5,940 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: S:51 B:020 L:0014,693699
- Zoning: MR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- 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
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/7/2025 | Sold | $1,076,000+15.8%$720/sqft |
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| 1/23/2025 | Contingent | $929,000$622/sqft |
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| 1/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $929,000$622/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,052 +3.4% | $821,600 +3% |
| 2024 | $7,786 +5.1% | $797,700 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $7,409 +4.5% | $727,800 +8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Upper Falls
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Zervas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Oak Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Zervas
- Middle: Oak Hill
- High: Newton South
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
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