Nestled on a quiet side street in West Newton, this expanded Colonial blends early 20th-century charm with modern updates. Inside, a light-filled sunroom leads to inviting living spaces, including an open living and dining room featuring built-ins and original period details. The 2007-renovated eat-in kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a spacious island, and stainless steel appliances. From the inviting family room enjoy both views and access to the expansive back and side yards, ideal for outdoor living. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite includes a spa-like bath and custom walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor. On the third floor find a fifth bedroom, office/bonus room, and another full bath. Located near Burr Elementary, shops, restaurants, parks, commuter rail and the MA Pike this home offers both comfort and convenience. Don't miss the chance to make this lovely home yours!
Sold for $1,720,000
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$1,720,000
25 Shirley St, Newton, MA 02465
5beds
3,099sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.33 Acres Lot
$1,703,200 Zestimate®
$555/sqft
$6,258 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,703,200
$1.57M - $1.86M
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Expanded colonialOriginal period detailsSpa-like bathInviting family roomGranite countertopsStainless steel appliancesAdditional bedrooms
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ilene Solomon 617-702-6050,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton 617-969-2447,
Karyn Moffa 508-847-6368
Bought with:
Selina MacDonald
Keller Williams Boston MetroWest
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73341509
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Double Vanity, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 437
- Dimensions: 19 x 23
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 342
- Dimensions: 19 x 18
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Office
- Features: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Third
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Lighting - Overhead, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Bathroom, Office, Entry Hall, Vestibule, Sun Room, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Radon Remediation System,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,099
- Total interior livable area: 3,099 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,099
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Stone Wall
- Frontage length: 133.00
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Parcel number: S:44 B:019 L:0005,692829
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Location
- Region: Newton
- Subdivision: West Newton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2025 | Sold | $1,720,000+4.3%$555/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341509 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2025 | Contingent | $1,649,000$532/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341509 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,649,000+273.1%$532/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341509 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2000 | Sold | $442,000+11.1%$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/1998 | Sold | $398,000+59.2%$128/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/1989 | Sold | $250,000$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,823 +3.4% | $1,512,600 +3% |
| 2024 | $14,333 +6.2% | $1,468,500 +10.8% |
| 2023 | $13,494 +4.5% | $1,325,500 +8% |
| 2022 | $12,911 +3.6% | $1,227,300 +6% |
| 2021 | $12,458 +3.1% | $1,157,800 |
| 2020 | $12,087 +2.9% | $1,157,800 +3% |
| 2019 | $11,747 +6.5% | $1,124,100 +10.2% |
| 2018 | $11,032 +3.1% | $1,019,600 +6% |
| 2017 | $10,696 +4.5% | $961,900 +7% |
| 2016 | $10,231 +4.9% | $899,000 +7% |
| 2015 | $9,755 +1% | $840,200 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $9,661 +5.5% | $797,100 |
| 2013 | $9,159 +2.9% | $797,100 |
| 2012 | $8,904 +4.6% | $797,100 +2.1% |
| 2011 | $8,511 +2.6% | $780,800 -2% |
| 2010 | $8,294 +2.4% | $796,700 -2% |
| 2009 | $8,097 +2.2% | $813,000 -0.5% |
| 2008 | $7,922 +32.5% | $816,700 +27.4% |
| 2007 | $5,981 +2.7% | $641,100 +3% |
| 2006 | $5,826 +3.7% | $622,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $5,620 +0.4% | $592,800 +8.1% |
| 2004 | $5,595 +4.6% | $548,500 +12% |
| 2003 | $5,348 +9.9% | $489,700 |
| 2002 | $4,868 +22.8% | $489,700 +49% |
| 2000 | $3,963 +4.8% | $328,600 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,782 | $299,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Newton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10C C BurrGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Burr
- Middle: F.A. Day
- High: Newton 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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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02465
- West Newton
- 25 Shirley St
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