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18 Sewall St, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465 • West Newton - West Newton Hill
$4,200,000
Est. $24,758/month
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
4,848
Sq Ft
$866
Price/Sq Ft
0.39
Acres
1880
Year Built
159
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 5, 2025 • MLS# 73413745 Copied!

About this home

Curated by a well-known New York designer, this unique West Newton Hill offering was meticulously renovated and boasts a classic restored exterior with ultra modern interior. A covered porch and Porte-Cochere provide access to the home with spectacular angles of intrigue where new and old are matched brilliantly. Designed for gracious entertaining, the first floor is perfectly suited for today’s buyers with spaces crafted for family living. Setting the standard, the expansive professional grade kitchen is the heart of the home offering custom cabinetry, oversized island, dining space and family room with French doors to the exterior. The upper floors offer a spacious primary suite replete with spa-like bathroom, two generous closets, three additional en-suite bedrooms, office/bedroom and bonus study. Entertain on the stone patio overlooking beautiful grounds. Heated driveway and two story Carriage house with gym and second floor lounge complete this perfect oasis.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,848 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $4,599,000
Final Sale Price: $4,200,000
Difference: $399,000 (-8.7%)
Performance Metrics
91.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
159
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $949
Sale $/sq ft: $866
This property sold for $866 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.7% below the original asking price.

At 159 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 1 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$866/sq ft
Area Average
$697/sq ft
Difference
+24.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1880
Living Area 4,848 sq ft
Lot Size 0.39 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 5
Basement Unfinished
Laundry Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Second Floor
Features Sitting Room, Mud Room, Great Room, Foyer, Wired For Sound

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive
Total Spaces 10

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $39,849
Assessed Value $4,112,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Sitting Room, Mud Room, Great Room, Foyer, Wired for Sound
Windows: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement: Unfinished
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second Floor
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 4
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive

Special Features

Fireplaces: 5
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

West Newton - West Newton Hill

18 Sewall St, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

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Nearby Schools

School District
Newton School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
Peirce School
0.2 mi | #127 of 824 | Score: 57.8
Dropped 73 spots from last year
-0.4 below state avg
249 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Learning Prep School
0.4 mi
Grades 02-12
A+
C. C. Burr School
1.0 mi | #14 of 824 | Score: 65.7
Improved 152 spots from last year
+7.5 above state avg
350 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.2 mi | #11 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
A+
Newton North High School
1.0 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.3 above state avg
2,096 students Diverse
20 sports • 3,076 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
Clearway School
1.8 mi
Grades 06-12
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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

Pending Sale
Jan 13, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Aug 5, 2025
$4,599,000
Original listing
Agent: Jayne Friedberg Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
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Listed for Sale
Aug 5, 2025
$4,599,000
Original listing
Agent: Jayne Friedberg Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
🏠
Listed for Sale
Aug 5, 2025
$4,599,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 5, 2025 New Listing Added $4,599,000
Aug 5, 2025 New Listing Added $4,599,000
Aug 5, 2025 New Listing Added $4,599,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
159 days
Price per Sq Ft
$866

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $39,849 $4,112,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$39,849
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$4,112,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jayne Friedberg
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Agent MLS ID BB904197
Office MLS ID AN6199
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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