78 Manchester Rd, Newton, MA 02461
What's special
Completed, staged, photographed, and ready to be experienced. An aspirational Newton Highlands residence not to be missed, 78 Manchester Road is the Newton Highlands opportunity buyers have been waiting for. Exceptional new construction, offering a rare combination of sophisticated design, high-end custom finishes and the warmth of an established neighborhood. Filled with natural light and thoughtfully designed across four finished levels, including the lower level and finished upper level, this 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath residence offers beautifully proportioned living spaces, modern amenities and a private, fully fenced, level backyard. The magnificent chef’s kitchen anchors the main level with Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry and an expansive quartz island designed for gathering. Open living and dining spaces flow naturally to the patio and backyard, creating an easy connection between indoor and outdoor living. A main-level en suite bedroom provides wonderful flexibility for guests or a private home office. Upstairs, three en suite bedrooms include a serene primary suite with a beautifully appointed bath, soaking tub, radiant heated floors and a double-sink vanity. The finished lower level offers another bedroom and full bath, wet bar, recreation space and dedicated gym. The bright fourth level, filled with natural light from skylights, offers additional space to work, relax or play, along with abundant storage. A heated two-car garage and carefully considered details throughout complete this beautifully executed new home. The location is equally special. Follow the path across the street into Cold Spring Park for a morning walk or run, spend summer afternoons at Crystal Lake, visit the seasonal farmers market, or head into Newton Highlands Village for coffee, dinner and local shops. Lakewood Tennis Club is directly across the street, the Green Line provides easy access to Boston, and Newton’s highly regarded schools are all part of the vibrant community that makes Newton Highlands such a wonderful place to live. A rare opportunity to enjoy the beauty and ease of brand-new construction while becoming part of an established Newton neighborhood from day one.
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Travel times
Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Joelle Tomb 617-515-7878,
Engel & Volkers Wellesley 781-591-8333,
Karen Chinitz 617-529-2777
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 289
- Dimensions: 17 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wet Bar
- Level: Basement
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Half, Media Room, Exercise Room, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Skylight, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,658
- Total interior livable area: 4,658 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,559
- Finished area below ground: 1,099
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio
Lot
- Size: 6,404 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 696577
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, 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
- Subdivision: Newton Highlands
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $730/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $948,500
- Annual tax amount: $9,295
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,399,000+223.7%$730/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73582526 | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Sold | $1,050,000+200%$225/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 7/21/1998 | Sold | $350,000+46.4%$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 6/28/1991 | Sold | $239,000$51/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,295 +3.4% | $948,500 +3% |
| 2024 | $8,988 +6% | $920,900 +10.5% |
| 2023 | $8,483 +4.5% | $833,300 +8% |
| 2022 | $8,117 +3.6% | $771,600 +6% |
| 2021 | $7,832 +3.1% | $727,900 |
| 2020 | $7,599 +2.9% | $727,900 +3% |
| 2019 | $7,385 +4.9% | $706,700 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $7,043 +3.1% | $650,900 +6% |
| 2017 | $6,829 +4.6% | $614,100 +7% |
| 2016 | $6,531 +4.9% | $573,900 +7% |
| 2015 | $6,228 +0.5% | $536,400 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $6,199 +5.5% | $511,500 |
| 2013 | $5,877 +2.9% | $511,500 |
| 2012 | $5,713 +3.8% | $511,500 +1.3% |
| 2011 | $5,502 +2.6% | $504,800 -2% |
| 2010 | $5,362 +2.4% | $515,100 -2% |
| 2009 | $5,235 +2.7% | $525,600 |
| 2008 | $5,098 -0.1% | $525,600 -3.9% |
| 2007 | $5,104 +2.7% | $547,000 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,971 +3.7% | $531,100 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,795 +0.3% | $505,800 +8% |
| 2004 | $4,779 +4.6% | $468,500 +12% |
| 2003 | $4,568 +9.9% | $418,300 |
| 2002 | $4,158 +5.5% | $418,300 +28% |
| 2000 | $3,941 +4.8% | $326,800 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,762 | $297,400 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$3,315,400
$3.15M - $3.48M
Not available
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