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281 Ward St

Newton, MA 02459

5 beds
4 baths
3,800 sqft
7,444 sqft lot
$657 per sqft
1922 build
– on site

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a welcoming farmer’s porch, designed to offer modern luxury and timeless charm. The chef’s kitchen, featuring two sinks, dual dishwashers, an island with a built-in microwave, Subzero refrigerator, and Thermador stainless steel appliances, opens to the dining room with a built-in bar, wine cooler, and cabinetry, as well as to the family room with a fireplace and access to the deck. The living room, with custom built-ins and an elegant tray ceiling, offers a great space to unwind and relax. An office and full bath complete the first floor. Upstairs are three bedrooms with double closets, a family bathroom with double sinks and a separate shower room, and a primary suite with a walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite bathroom. The lower level walkout includes a bedroom, full bath, office, and playroom, perfect for extended family or an au pair. Over 9’ceilings on 1st and 2nd, over 8’ in lower level. Lots of natural light.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Allison Avramovich / Sumner Realty LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Dec 6, 2024 •

MLS# 73293530 —

The Building

Year Built:

1922
Year Built Details:

Renovated Since
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Roof:

Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Porch
Window Features:

Insulated Windows
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Building Area Total:

3800
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Other

Interior

Rooms Total:

12
Interior Features:

Bathroom - Full
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Wine Chiller
Family Room Level:

First
Family Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Deck - Exterior
Office Level:

Basement
Office Features:

Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

Second Floor

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3800
Living Room Area:

240
Living Room Length:

15
Living Room Width:

16
Kitchen Area:

210
Kitchen Length:

15
Kitchen Width:

14
Dining Room Area:

182
Dining Room Length:

13
Dining Room Width:

14
Family Room Area:

240
Family Room Length:

15
Family Room Width:

16
Office Area:

156
Office Length:

12
Office Width:

13
Bedroom 2 Area:

144
Bedroom 3 Area:

144
Bedroom 2 Length:

12
Bedroom 2 Width:

12
Bedroom 3 Length:

12
Bedroom 3 Width:

12
Bedroom 4 Area:

182
Bedroom 4 Length:

13
Bedroom 4 Width:

14
Bedroom 5 Area:

208
Bedroom 5 Length:

13
Bedroom 5 Width:

16
Master Bedroom Area:

240
Master Bedroom Length:

15
Master Bedroom Width:

16

Location

Directions:

Centre Street to Ward Street or Waverly Street to Ward Street
Latitude:

42.339447
Longitude:

-71.184388

The Property

Parcel Number:

S:73 B:036 L:0005,703607
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.17
Lot Size SqFt:

7444
Lot Size Acres:

0.17
Zoning:

SR2
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Book Number:

81600
Tax Annual Amount:

99999
Tax Assessed Value:

99999999

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Hot Tub / Spa, Double Vanity
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
Bedroom 5 Level:

Basement
Bedroom 5 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Closet - Double

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

4
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bidet, Soaking Tub
Bathroom 3 Level:

Second
Bathroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

200+ Amp Service
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Tankless Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Ward Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Bigelow
High School:

Newton North

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Park
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

true
Parking Total:

1
Parking Features:

Detached
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,499,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$13,381
Taxes	$8,333
Insurance	$687
Utilities	$403 See report
Total	$22,804/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/30/24 Oct 30, 2024	Price Changed	MLSPIN	$2,499,000	-2.0%
9/23/24 Sep 23, 2024	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$2,550,000	131.8% (99.8% / YR)
5/30/23 May 30, 2023		MLSPIN	$1,100,000	10.0%

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This house located in Newton Centre, Newton, MA 02459 is currently for sale for $2,499,000. 281 Ward St is a 3,800 square foot house with 5 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 89 days. 281 Ward St is in the Newton Centre neighborhood of Newton and has a WalkScore® of 48, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Bigelow Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: MLSPIN and Sumner Realty LLC.

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