This spectacular Victorian-inspired colonial, with a beautiful level backyard, is set in the heart of Newton Centre. Incredible detail abounds w/high ceilings, natural wood tones, an open floor plan with vista to the backyard, & a lovely staircase to the second level. The kitchen, with an abundance of cabinets & center island, has a large eating area, SS appliances, Subzero, entry to a three-car garage, & mudroom. The charming butler's pantry, w/beautiful glass cabinets, leads to the elegant dining room with coffered ceiling, gorgeous wainscotting, fireplace, & window seat. The living room also has a window seat & opens to the oversized family room with handsome woowork and screened porch. The second level has four large bedrooms including a spacious main suite with office/sitting room, spa-like bath & walk-in closet. The third floor has a billiard room, bedroom, full bath, exercise room & laundry. The lower level has a two room suite, full bath & kitchenette. Truly a special property.
Sold for $4,100,000 on 03/31/23
$4,100,000
77 Montvale Rd, Newton, MA 02459
6beds
7,553sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
0.46 Acres Lot
$4,324,600 Zestimate®
$543/sqft
$7,606 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,324,600
$3.94M - $4.80M
$7,606/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 06, 2023 at 08:10am
Listed by:
The Kennedy Lynch Gold Team 617-731-4644,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Bought with:
Beth Dickerson
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73075326
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Fireplace, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, Window Seat
- Level: Main,First
Family room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Sunken, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, Window Seat
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air, 3 or More
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead, Third Floor, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Chair Rail, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom, Exercise Room, Great Room, Bedroom, Play Room, Walk-up Attic, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,553
- Total interior livable area: 7,553 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: S:61 B:005 L:0023,697884
- Zoning: SR1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle,Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Other (See Remarks)
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Location
- Region: Newton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2023 | Sold | $4,100,000$543/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73075326 | ||
| 2/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,100,000+121.6%$543/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73075326 | ||
| 8/11/2000 | Sold | $1,850,000+122.9%$245/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 2/3/1988 | Sold | $830,000$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,200 -3.9% | $3,898,000 -4.3% |
| 2024 | $39,747 -4.4% | $4,072,400 -0.3% |
| 2023 | $41,570 +4.5% | $4,083,500 +8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mason-Rice Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ward/Mason Rice
- Middle: Brown
- 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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