Ideally situated on a tranquil cul-de-sac in Newton Corner, this well-loved Cape-style home sits on a flat 9,260-square-foot lot and has been cherished by the same family for 30+ years. Now ready for its next chapter, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to bring your vision and updates to create a home for today while preserving its classic character. The welcoming first floor features a well-proportioned living room with fireplace, a dining room with a built-in china display cabinet, and a kitchen with direct access to the oversized one-car garage. Off the living room is a delightful three-season screened porch—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the private yard. A first-floor bedroom and full bathroom provide flexibility for guests, an office, or one-level living. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms, each offering excellent closet space, along with a second full bathroom. The lower level provides additional living and storage space, including a spacious playroom, laundry area, and abundant storage. Additional features include an updated gas-fired on-demand heating system, 100-amp electrical service, a flat and private yard, and an oversized garage with direct entry into the home. The location is exceptionally convenient, with easy access to the Mass Pike, the 504 Express Bus to downtown Boston, Newton Centre, shopping, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac with virtually no through traffic, this is a special opportunity to make a well-loved home your own in a highly convenient Newton location.
For sale
Price cut: $99.1K (10/10)
$899,900
20 Buswell Park, Newton, MA 02458
4beds
1,544sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
9,260 Square Feet Lot
$892,100 Zestimate®
$583/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private yardDelightful three-season screened porchTranquil cul-de-sac
- 22 days
- 1,617
- 154
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barrie Wheeler 617-549-6565,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73578145
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 242
- Dimensions: 22 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 12 x 21
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 162
- Dimensions: 18 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 20 x 11
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Play Room, Foyer
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,544
- Total interior livable area: 1,544 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,544
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened
Lot
- Size: 9,260 Square Feet
Details
- Foundation area: 792
- Parcel number: M:0072 B:0023 L:0018,702727
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Newton Corner
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $583/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,133,400
- Annual tax amount: $10,983
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
Estimated market value
$892,100
$847,000 - $937,000
$4,447/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2026 | Price change | $899,900-9.9%$583/sqft |
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| 10/8/2026 | Pending sale | $999,000$647/sqft |
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| 9/24/2026 | Contingent | $999,000$647/sqft |
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| 9/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,000+254.3%$647/sqft |
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| 7/22/1994 | Sold | $282,000$183/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,578 +3.4% | $1,079,400 +3% |
| 2024 | $10,228 +6.8% | $1,048,000 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $9,577 +4.5% | $940,800 +8% |
| 2022 | $9,164 +3.6% | $871,100 +6% |
| 2021 | $8,843 +3.1% | $821,800 |
| 2020 | $8,580 +2.9% | $821,800 +3% |
| 2019 | $8,338 +5% | $797,900 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $7,939 +3.1% | $733,700 +6% |
| 2017 | $7,697 +4.6% | $692,200 +7% |
| 2016 | $7,362 +4.9% | $646,900 +7% |
| 2015 | $7,019 +1% | $604,600 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $6,952 +5.5% | $573,600 |
| 2013 | $6,591 +2.9% | $573,600 |
| 2012 | $6,407 +3.4% | $573,600 +0.9% |
| 2011 | $6,199 +2.6% | $568,700 -2% |
| 2010 | $6,041 +2.4% | $580,300 -2% |
| 2009 | $5,897 +2.7% | $592,100 |
| 2008 | $5,743 +1.4% | $592,100 -2.5% |
| 2007 | $5,665 +2.7% | $607,200 +3% |
| 2006 | $5,518 +3.7% | $589,500 +5% |
| 2005 | $5,322 +0.1% | $561,400 +7.7% |
| 2004 | $5,315 +4.6% | $521,100 +12% |
| 2003 | $5,081 +9.9% | $465,300 |
| 2002 | $4,625 +6.4% | $465,300 +29.1% |
| 2000 | $4,348 +4.8% | $360,500 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $4,149 | $328,000 |
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Neighborhood: Newton Corner
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Underwood Elementary
- Middle: Bigelow Middle School
- High: Newton North High School
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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