Newton Highlands ~ The John F. Barnes House, tucked on a beautiful tree-lined street just blocks from Crystal Lake. Circa 1891, this handsome six bedroom Colonial Revival-style residence is highlighted by a lovely setting, on an almost 16,000 sq. ft. lot. A large front porch invites you into this home filled with architectural details, an abundance of natural light, oversized windows, and decorative hardwood floors. The gracious foyer, highlighted by a beautiful staircase framed by an arched ceiling, opens into a lovely living room with fireplace, dining room with views of the yard, and kitchen with 2023 appliances, induction cooking, and quartz countertops. With three levels of living, there are four corner bedrooms and a full bathroom on the second floor including a lovely primary bedroom, and two bedrooms and full bathroom on the third. Located in the Mason Rice School district, this property affords easy access to the “T”, Newton Centre, Cold Spring Park, shops, and restaurants.
Sold for $1,835,000
$1,835,000
25 Hyde St, Newton, MA 02461
6beds
2,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1891
0.37 Acres Lot
$2,191,400 Zestimate®
$655/sqft
$6,914 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,191,400
$1.97M - $2.48M
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Arched ceilingOversized windowsDecorative hardwood floorsBeautiful tree-lined streetQuartz countertopsGracious foyerCold spring park
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Listed by:
Concierge Home Sales By the Kerzner Group 617-413-3598,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Bought with:
Allison Blank
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73164337
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,800
- Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: S:52 B:020 L:0016,694697
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial Revival
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1891
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $655/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,220,800
- Annual tax amount: $12,428
- Date on market: 1/10/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2023 | Sold | $1,835,000+4.9%$655/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Contingent | $1,749,000$625/sqft |
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| 9/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,749,000$625/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,565 +18.2% | $1,588,300 +17.7% |
| 2024 | $13,168 +6% | $1,349,200 +10.5% |
| 2023 | $12,428 +4.5% | $1,220,800 +8% |
| 2022 | $11,892 +3.6% | $1,130,400 +6% |
| 2021 | $11,474 +3.1% | $1,066,400 |
| 2020 | $11,133 +2.9% | $1,066,400 +3% |
| 2019 | $10,819 +6.3% | $1,035,300 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $10,177 +3.1% | $940,600 +6% |
| 2017 | $9,868 +4.6% | $887,400 +7% |
| 2016 | $9,437 +4.9% | $829,300 +7% |
| 2015 | $8,998 +1.1% | $775,000 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $8,897 +5.5% | $734,100 |
| 2013 | $8,435 +2.9% | $734,100 |
| 2012 | $8,200 +3.4% | $734,100 +0.9% |
| 2011 | $7,932 +2.6% | $727,700 -2% |
| 2010 | $7,729 +2.4% | $742,500 -2% |
| 2009 | $7,547 +2.7% | $757,700 |
| 2008 | $7,350 +1.6% | $757,700 -2.3% |
| 2007 | $7,234 +2.7% | $775,300 +3% |
| 2006 | $7,045 +3.7% | $752,700 +5% |
| 2005 | $6,796 +2.2% | $716,900 +10% |
| 2004 | $6,648 +4.6% | $651,800 +12% |
| 2003 | $6,355 +9.9% | $582,000 |
| 2002 | $5,785 +7.8% | $582,000 +30.8% |
| 2000 | $5,364 +4.8% | $444,800 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $5,119 | $404,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Highlands
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mason-Rice Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mason-Rice
- Middle: Brown
- High: 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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