This exceptional Royal Barry Wills home located on prestigious Montrose Street, is in the heart of Newton. Stunning curb appeal, enter into the double door vestibule to the front hall. The entertainment size living room w/picture window & fireplace, overlooks the magnificent grounds. Off the living room is a large home office/library w/ walls of glass & a separate entrance. The light filled dining room leads into the updated kitchen w/ white cabinets, SS appliances & soapstone counters. The adjoining family room has vaulted ceilings, a beautiful built-in cabinet & French doors leading out to the yard. A mudroom & full bath completes this level .The skylit 2nd level has 5 bedrooms, two of which are en suite, & 3 full bathrooms. Laundry is on the 2nd floor. Finished LL space for gym. The outdoor oasis is a showstopper. It features a beautiful lawn, a stunning pool w/hot tub a bar w/ a grill, a pool house with full kitchen, dining, living room & bath. Great location, close to Pike.
Sold for $3,550,000
$3,550,000
17 Montrose St, Newton, MA 02458
5beds
5,217sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
0.61 Acres Lot
$3,939,000 Zestimate®
$680/sqft
$8,906 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,939,000
$3.62M - $4.33M
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Listed by:
The Kennedy Lynch Gold Team 617-731-4644,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Bought with:
Dan Wu
Dan Wu Broker Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73162537
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Dressing Room, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Second Floor
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Beadboard, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Pedestal Sink, Lighting - Overhead, Game Room, Bathroom, Office, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,217
- Total interior livable area: 5,217 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Pool - Inground Heated, Cabana, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Shower, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Pool - Inground Heated
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana
- Parcel number: S:73 B:013 L:0014,703276
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Slate
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Remodeled
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Location
- Region: Newton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2025 | Listing removed | $15,000$3/sqft |
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| 6/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $15,000+15.4%$3/sqft |
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| 8/2/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/15/2024 | Listed for rent | $13,000+8.3%$2/sqft |
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| 11/14/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/24/2023 | Listed for rent | $12,000$2/sqft |
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| 10/23/2023 | Sold | $3,550,000+1.4%$680/sqft |
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| 9/26/2023 | Contingent | $3,500,000$671/sqft |
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| 9/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000+117.4%$671/sqft |
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| 7/14/2000 | Sold | $1,610,000+77.9%$309/sqft |
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| 6/24/1996 | Sold | $905,000$173/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,548 +3.4% | $3,219,200 +3% |
| 2024 | $30,504 +4.1% | $3,125,400 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $29,306 +4.5% | $2,878,800 +8% |
| 2022 | $28,042 +3.6% | $2,665,600 +6% |
| 2021 | $27,058 +3.1% | $2,514,700 |
| 2020 | $26,253 +2.9% | $2,514,700 +3% |
| 2019 | $25,514 +1.9% | $2,441,500 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $25,049 +3.1% | $2,315,100 +6% |
| 2017 | $24,287 +8.4% | $2,184,100 +11% |
| 2016 | $22,399 +7.3% | $1,968,300 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $20,867 +1.7% | $1,797,300 +6.2% |
| 2014 | $20,520 +5.5% | $1,693,100 |
| 2013 | $19,454 +2.9% | $1,693,100 |
| 2012 | $18,912 +4.1% | $1,693,100 +1.6% |
| 2011 | $18,160 +2.6% | $1,666,100 -2% |
| 2010 | $17,698 +2.4% | $1,700,100 -2% |
| 2009 | $17,279 +2.7% | $1,734,800 |
| 2008 | $16,828 +0.7% | $1,734,800 -3.1% |
| 2007 | $16,706 +2.7% | $1,790,600 +3% |
| 2006 | $16,271 +3.7% | $1,738,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $15,695 +1.2% | $1,655,600 +8.9% |
| 2004 | $15,510 +4.6% | $1,520,600 +12% |
| 2003 | $14,826 +9.9% | $1,357,700 |
| 2002 | $13,496 +10.7% | $1,357,700 +34.2% |
| 2000 | $12,197 +4.8% | $1,011,400 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $11,642 | $920,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Corner
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ward Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Bigelow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ward
- Middle: Bigelow
- High: 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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- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02458
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- 17 Montrose St
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