Great property in a great location! What more could you want? This classic brick colonial in a convenient location in Newton Highlands is available for the next owner to enjoy. Ideally situated near Highlands restaurants and shops, Cold Spring Park and major commuting routes. This gracious 10 room home has been lovingly cared for and updated over the years. The expansive kitchen with breakfast area offers a wall of windows overlooking a sizable fenced-in back yard, giving kids or pets plenty of room for playing. The elegant main bedroom includes a bathroom with amenities such as radiant heat flooring and warming towel racks. 3 additional bedrooms on the second floor as well as a bright and airy 3rd floor suite with full bathroom and living area. Partially finished lower level has plenty of space for a home office, gym or additional play space. Time to make it yours.
Sold for $2,385,000
$2,385,000
217 Plymouth Rd, Newton, MA 02461
5beds
3,955sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.33 Acres Lot
$2,408,900 Zestimate®
$603/sqft
$7,288 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,408,900
$2.22M - $2.63M
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Classic brick colonialHome officePartially finished lower levelElegant main bedroomAdditional play spaceRadiant heat flooringWarming towel racks
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Listed by:
Gore Lietzke Group 617-645-3120,
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services 617-964-1850
Bought with:
Anne M Kennedy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73371225
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 525
- Dimensions: 25 x 21
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 338
- Dimensions: 26 x 13
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Den, Play Room, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,955
- Total interior livable area: 3,955 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,149
- Finished area below ground: 806
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: S:54 B:033 L:0007,696687
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: Newton Highlands
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $603/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,112,800
- Annual tax amount: $20,705
- Date on market: 1/20/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2025 | Sold | $2,385,000+8.4%$603/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73371225 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2025 | Pending sale | $2,200,000$556/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #73371225 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,200,000+353.6%$556/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73371225 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/1995 | Sold | $485,000$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,705 +3.4% | $2,112,800 +3% |
| 2024 | $20,021 +5.2% | $2,051,300 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $19,040 +4.5% | $1,870,300 +8% |
| 2022 | $18,219 +3.6% | $1,731,800 +6% |
| 2021 | $17,580 +3.1% | $1,633,800 |
| 2020 | $17,057 +2.9% | $1,633,800 +3% |
| 2019 | $16,576 +4.4% | $1,586,200 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $15,876 +3.1% | $1,467,300 +6% |
| 2017 | $15,392 +4.6% | $1,384,200 +7% |
| 2016 | $14,721 +4.9% | $1,293,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $14,036 +1% | $1,209,000 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $13,902 +5.5% | $1,147,000 |
| 2013 | $13,179 +2.9% | $1,147,000 |
| 2012 | $12,812 +5.1% | $1,147,000 +2.6% |
| 2011 | $12,185 +2.6% | $1,117,900 -2% |
| 2010 | $11,875 +2.4% | $1,140,700 -2% |
| 2009 | $11,593 +2.7% | $1,164,000 |
| 2008 | $11,291 -1% | $1,164,000 -4.8% |
| 2007 | $11,404 +2.7% | $1,222,300 +3% |
| 2006 | $11,108 +30.9% | $1,186,700 +32.5% |
| 2005 | $8,489 -0.2% | $895,500 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $8,509 +4.6% | $834,200 +12% |
| 2003 | $8,133 +9.9% | $744,800 |
| 2002 | $7,403 +6.2% | $744,800 +28.9% |
| 2000 | $6,969 +4.8% | $577,900 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $6,651 | $525,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Highlands
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Zervas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Oak Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02461
- Newton Highlands
- 217 Plymouth Rd
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