18 Sheldon Rd, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$2,000,000
Est. $10,645/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,831
Sq Ft
$706
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1935
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73219029

About this home

This sun-filled colonial exudes timeless charm with thoughtful updates. The first level includes a brand-new kitchen with beautiful creamy white custom cabinetry, stainless appliances, quartz and white oak countertops and a center island that is open to the dining room with inlay hardwood floors. Also on the first level is an elegant living room with fireplace and a library/office leading to a deck, as well as a surprising addition which includes 2 additional rooms and 2 half baths, perfect for use as a first-floor bedroom, home office, family room and/or au pair suite. The second floor includes a large primary bedroom with ensuite bath, 2 well-proportioned bedrooms, a nursery/office and another full bath. The partially finished basement includes a fireplace and a cozy bonus space. Close to schools, shops, restaurants, parks, the “T” and all major routes. With a direct access two-car attached garage, level yard, central air, gas systems and a slate roof this home checks all the boxes!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,525,000
Final Sale Price: $2,000,000
Difference: +$475,000 (+31.1%)
Performance Metrics
131.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $539
Sale $/sq ft: $706
This property sold for $706 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 31.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1935
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,831 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
Heating
Central, Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
2
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Range
Interior Features
Bathroom - Half, Attic Access, Lighting - Overhead, Home Office, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Unknown
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Full
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Door Features
Insulated Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Exterior, Deck
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.18 acres
Lot Size
7,770 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1800
Lot Features
Level
Frontage Length
80 ft
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Attached, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$11,841
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$1,213,200
Parcel Number
S:81 B:040 L:0015,704739
Zoning
SR3

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Public record says 3 bedrooms. No closet in the fourth bedroom.
Listing Terms
Lease Back

Location

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Neighborhood

Newton Center

18 Sheldon Rd, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Buffer Zone
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Oak Hill
Rating information coming soon
High School
Newton South
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $987
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

23.8%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 17, 2024
$2,000,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Apr 3, 2024
$1,525,000
Original listing
Agent: Deanna Salemme Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 3, 2024 New Listing Added $1,525,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
12 days
Price per Sq Ft
$706

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $11,841 $1,213,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,841
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,213,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Deanna Salemme
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID CT009570
Office MLS ID AN6227

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