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  • $4,674,000

    29 Sylvan Ave, Newton, MA 02465

    4beds
    6,430sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1920
    0.7 Acres Lot
    $4,674,000 Zestimate®
    $727/sqft
    $7,314 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $4,674,000

    $4.25M - $5.23M

    $7,314/mo

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    What's special

    A rare offering on one of West Newton Hill's most coveted streets. This stately brick center entrance Colonial is nestled back from the street, situated on 30,600 sq. ft of estate like grounds, which lends itself to endless possibilities. Enter an impressive grand foyer with bridal staircase, high ceilings and period details throughout. A front to back living room with adjacent sun drenched library, dining room with attached tea room. Circular flow leads to an updated kitchen, with access to a tranquil oasis of parterre gardens, mature Beach and Oak trees, patio, brick walkways and fountain. Second floor encompasses four bedrooms, including a master suite with custom built office. Three full baths and a private guest/teen/au pair suite complete this level. This home offers grand entertaining indoors and out! Potential to finish third floor, basement. Walk to Newton North, Newtonville shops & restaurants. Don't miss this unique opportunity!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Other, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 6,430 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 0.70 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: NEWTS32B049L0004

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • brick
    • Roof: Slate
    Condition
    • Year built: 1920

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Newton

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, Medical Facility, House Of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Tennis Court, Park
    • Flooring: Wall To Wall Carpet, Hardwood
    • Master Bath: Yes
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Oven
    • Year Round: Yes
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas
    • Exterior: Brick
    • Roof Material: Slate
    • Construction: Brick
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed4 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Fireplace
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Colonial
    • Garage Parking: Detached
    • Kit Dscrp: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access
    • Bth3 Level: Second Floor
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Fireplace
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Half
    • Heating: Hot Water Radiators
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Patio, Garden Area
    • Foundation: Fieldstone
    • Laundry Dscrp: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
    • Liv Dscrp: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Road Type: Public
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Level
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Basement Feature: Unfinished Basement

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/14/2020Sold$3,550,000-6.5%$552/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/29/2020Listed for sale$3,795,000$590/sqft
    Source: Grover Group Real Estate LLC #72750200 Report a problem
    8/1/2020Listing removed$3,795,000$590/sqft
    Source: Grover Group Real Estate LLC #72626335 Report a problem
    3/2/2020Listed for sale$3,795,000+30.9%$590/sqft
    Source: Grover Group Real Estate LLC #72626335 Report a problem
    9/12/2017Sold$2,900,000+163.6%$451/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/18/1998Sold$1,100,000$171/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$43,808 +3.4%$4,470,200 +3%
    2024$42,358 +14%$4,340,000 +18.9%
    2023$37,171 +12.2%$3,651,400 +16%
    2022$33,123 +15.1%$3,148,600 +17.7%
    2021$28,773 +3.1%$2,674,100
    2020$27,918 +2.9%$2,674,100 +3%
    2019$27,130 +33.9%$2,596,200 +38.7%
    2018$20,256 +3.1%$1,872,100 +6%
    2017$19,639 +4.6%$1,766,100 +7%
    2016$18,784 +4.9%$1,650,600 +7%
    2015$17,910 +0.2%$1,542,600 +4.6%
    2014$17,867 +5.5%$1,474,200
    2013$16,939 +2.9%$1,474,200
    2012$16,467 +3.7%$1,474,200 +1.2%
    2011$15,886 +2.6%$1,457,400 -2%
    2010$15,481 +2.4%$1,487,100 -2%
    2009$15,113 +2.7%$1,517,400
    2008$14,719 +0.4%$1,517,400 -3.4%
    2007$14,658 +2.7%$1,571,100 +3%
    2006$14,277 +3.7%$1,525,300 +5%
    2005$13,772 +7.6%$1,452,700 +15.8%
    2004$12,795 +4.7%$1,254,400 +12.1%
    2003$12,225 +9.9%$1,119,500
    2002$11,128 +18.7%$1,119,500 +44%
    2000$9,374 +4.8%$777,300 +9.9%
    1999$8,947 $707,300

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: West Newton

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Pierce
    • Middle: Day
    • High: North

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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