Nestled in the heart of a quiet Newton Centre neighborhood, is a sun filled, stately, well maintained 6-bedroom 3.5 bath Victorian house that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern comfort. Features include a wrap around porch, delightful entry foyer with stained glass window, formal living room, dining room with fireplace, a family room and kitchen with island & spectacular sunset views. Lots of flexible space designed for home life and entertaining. The second floor reveals four sun filled bedrooms and bath. The third floor has two additional rooms for bedrooms or office space, a bath and laundry room. A full finished basement is a delightful surprise as a cozy private guest suite w/ gas stove, entertainment center, fitness room and/or home office with direct outside access. Improvements include a new roof, interior & exterior painting. A short walk to schools, library, shops & restaurants. One car garage with loft and attached shed.
Sold for $2,425,000
$2,425,000
49 Kenwood Ave, Newton, MA 02459
6beds
4,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
7,784 Square Feet Lot
$3,009,700 Zestimate®
$577/sqft
$6,901 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,009,700
$2.71M - $3.40M
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Office spaceHome officeLaundry roomDining roomFitness roomCozy private guest suiteNew roof
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Listed by:
Suburban Boston Team 617-921-6860,
Compass 617-752-6845
Bought with:
Allison Blank
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73199937
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7 x 6
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 10 x 6
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Third
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 5 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Country Kitchen, Deck - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Third Floor
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Lighting - Overhead, Dining Area, Bathroom - Full, Home Office, Game Room, Play Room, Home Office-Separate Entry, Sitting Room, Bathroom, Walk-up Attic, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight, Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,200
- Total interior livable area: 4,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden
Lot
- Size: 7,784 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: S:64 B:020 L:0023,700299
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Remodeled
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $577/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,737,000
- Annual tax amount: $17,683
- Date on market: 1/19/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Dining Room Light
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/28/2024 | Sold | $2,425,000+10.2%$577/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73199937 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,200,000+477.6%$524/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73199937 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/1992 | Sold | $380,875$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/1991 | Sold | $380,875$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,185 +3.4% | $1,957,700 +3% |
| 2024 | $18,551 +4.9% | $1,900,700 +9.4% |
| 2023 | $17,683 +4.4% | $1,737,000 +7.9% |
| 2022 | $16,937 +3.6% | $1,610,000 +6% |
| 2021 | $16,343 +3.1% | $1,518,900 |
| 2020 | $15,857 +2.9% | $1,518,900 +3% |
| 2019 | $15,411 +4.4% | $1,474,700 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $14,758 +3.1% | $1,364,000 +6% |
| 2017 | $14,309 +4.6% | $1,286,800 +7% |
| 2016 | $13,686 +4.9% | $1,202,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $13,048 +1.8% | $1,123,900 +6.3% |
| 2014 | $12,818 +5.5% | $1,057,600 |
| 2013 | $12,152 +2.9% | $1,057,600 |
| 2012 | $11,813 +4.1% | $1,057,600 +1.6% |
| 2011 | $11,348 +5.1% | $1,041,100 +0.3% |
| 2010 | $10,800 +2.4% | $1,037,500 -2% |
| 2009 | $10,545 +8.7% | $1,058,700 +5.9% |
| 2008 | $9,697 -1.8% | $999,700 -5.6% |
| 2007 | $9,879 +2.7% | $1,058,800 +3% |
| 2006 | $9,622 +3.7% | $1,028,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $9,281 +0.9% | $979,000 +8.6% |
| 2004 | $9,195 +4.6% | $901,500 +12% |
| 2003 | $8,790 +9.9% | $804,900 |
| 2002 | $8,001 +6.2% | $804,900 +28.9% |
| 2000 | $7,531 +4.8% | $624,500 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $7,188 | $568,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mason-Rice Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mason Rice
- Middle: Brown
- High: North/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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