Timeless Tudor character meets modern living in this beautifully updated brick home on a magnificent corner lot in Newton’s coveted Ward School neighborhood. Over 5,700 SF across four finished levels, highlighted by an exceptional, flowing main-level entertainment space with exquisite millwork, coffered ceiling, marble fireplace and French doors to a private deck and landscaped grounds. Updated kitchen with newer appliances, renovated baths and modern amenities throughout. The 2nd floor offers 5 bedrooms, including a generous primary suite with 2 walk-in closets and spa-like bath. The expansive 3rd floor is an open, full-floor retreat with skylights, cedar closet and full bath. Walkout lower level offers 2 recreation rooms, fireplace, separate entrance and ample storage. Fenced yard with deck and patio, attached 2-car garage, two-stage HVAC and double boiler system. Minutes to Newton Centre, Boston and Cambridge.
For sale
$3,150,000
421 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458
6beds
5,732sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.28 Acres Lot
$3,073,500 Zestimate®
$550/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless tudor characterSpa-like bathCoffered ceilingModern amenities throughoutLandscaped groundsMagnificent corner lotRenovated baths
- 29 days
- 1,060
- 97
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Listed by:
Allison Blank 617-851-2734,
Compass 617-752-6845,
Emily Gloss 617-755-9042
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73574445
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 14 x 26
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Family room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 378
- Dimensions: 18 x 21
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 350
- Dimensions: 25 x 14
Living room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 504
- Dimensions: 18 x 28
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bedroom, Play Room, Bonus Room, Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,732
- Total interior livable area: 5,732 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,332
- Finished area below ground: 1,400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0073 B:0022 L:0009,703392
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $550/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,729,600
- Annual tax amount: $26,450
- Date on market: 9/13/2026
Estimated market value
$3,073,500
$2.92M - $3.23M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000+5.2%$550/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73574445 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2025 | Listing removed | $2,995,000$523/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 2/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000-7%$523/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73337938 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2024 | Listing removed | $3,220,000$562/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73276690 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2024 | Price change | $3,220,000-2.3%$562/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73276690 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,295,000+122.6%$575/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73276690 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2007 | Sold | $1,480,000$258/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,476 +3.4% | $2,599,600 +3% |
| 2024 | $24,633 +3.7% | $2,523,900 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $23,760 +4.5% | $2,334,000 +8% |
| 2022 | $22,735 +3.6% | $2,161,100 +6% |
| 2021 | $21,937 +3.1% | $2,038,800 |
| 2020 | $21,285 +2.9% | $2,038,800 +3% |
| 2019 | $20,685 +2.4% | $1,979,400 +6% |
| 2018 | $20,201 +3.1% | $1,867,000 +6% |
| 2017 | $19,586 +4.6% | $1,761,300 +7% |
| 2016 | $18,733 +4.9% | $1,646,100 +7% |
| 2015 | $17,861 +0.5% | $1,538,400 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $17,772 +5.5% | $1,466,300 |
| 2013 | $16,848 +2.9% | $1,466,300 |
| 2012 | $16,379 +3.4% | $1,466,300 +0.9% |
| 2011 | $15,834 +2.6% | $1,452,700 -2% |
| 2010 | $15,431 +2.4% | $1,482,300 -2% |
| 2009 | $15,065 -0.2% | $1,512,600 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $15,088 +1.8% | $1,555,500 -2.1% |
| 2007 | $14,826 +2.7% | $1,589,100 +3% |
| 2006 | $14,441 +3.7% | $1,542,800 +5% |
| 2005 | $13,929 +0.5% | $1,469,300 +8.1% |
| 2004 | $13,865 +4.6% | $1,359,300 +12% |
| 2003 | $13,254 +9.9% | $1,213,700 |
| 2002 | $12,064 +7.4% | $1,213,700 +30.4% |
| 2000 | $11,229 +4.8% | $931,100 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $10,717 | $847,200 |
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Neighborhood: Newton Centre
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ward
- Middle: Bigelow
- 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.



