21 Waterston Rd, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458
$2,460,000
Est. $13,093/month
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,971
Sq Ft
$619
Price/Sq Ft
0.52
Acres
1906
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73385424

About this home

In an established Newton neighborhood with large lots and gorgeous historic homes, this grand 1906 Queen Anne-style home with lovely original detail sits on a 22,817 square foot lot with a spectacular yard. It is under a mile to the public elementary & middle schools, and provides exceptionally easy access into Boston and Cambridge. The home is an entertainer’s dream with abundant natural light, oversized rooms and high ceilings. Presently offering 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, the previously-finished third floor provides prime space for expansion. The home is beautifully maintained and updated, including a 2017-freshened kitchen. The first level includes the living room, family room, dining room, eat-in kitchen and a den with a powder room. Upstairs is the primary suite, another bedroom suite including a study, plus three more bedrooms & another full bathroom. Basement has laundry & updated systems. Outside find an oversized one car garage & lush landscaping. Ward/Bigelow buffer zone.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,399,000
Final Sale Price: $2,460,000
Difference: +$61,000 (+2.5%)
Performance Metrics
102.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $604
Sale $/sq ft: $619
This property sold for $619 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 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
1906
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,971 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
3
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
Interior Features
Bathroom - Full, Den, Bathroom, Study

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Victorian, Queen Anne
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Deck, Rain Gutters
Patio/Porch Features
Deck
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.52 acres
Lot Size
22,817 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.5200

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$23,554
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$2,403,500
Parcel Number
S:72 B:028 L:0007,702835
Zoning
SR1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Owner
Year Built Details
Approximate,Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
The property consists of two parcels – the main parcel the home is on is 11, 400 square feet and the adjacent undevelopable parcel is 11, 417 square feet. The 2025 assessed value of the undevelopable parcel is $88, 200. Total taxes/assessment listed. Second level study heated by electric baseboard

Location

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Neighborhood

21 Waterston Rd, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Underwood/Ward
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Bigelow
Rating information coming soon
High School
Newton North
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,963
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

2.5%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 15, 2025
$2,460,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Jun 4, 2025
$2,399,000
Original listing
Agent: Matt Montgomery Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 4, 2025 New Listing Added $2,399,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$619

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $23,554 $2,403,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$23,554
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,403,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Matt Montgomery Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TEAM0418
Office MLS ID AN3337

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