281 Ward St, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459
$2,499,000
Est. $13,301/month
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,800
Sq Ft
$658
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1922
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
117
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73293530

About this home

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.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,550,000
Final Sale Price: $2,499,000
Difference: $51,000 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
117
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $671
Sale $/sq ft: $658
This property sold for $658 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.

At 117 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1922
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,800 sq ft
Total Rooms
12

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
2
Appliances
Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom, Home Office, Play Room, Office
Laundry Features
Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access
Window Features
Insulated Windows

Exterior & Structure

Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Deck - Composite
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.17 acres
Lot Size
7,444 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1700
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
Yes
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Detached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$99,999
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$99,999,999
Parcel Number
S:73 B:036 L:0005,703607
Zoning
SR2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Taxes do not reflect the improvements. Measurements and square footage are approximate.

Location

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Neighborhood

281 Ward St, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

Walkability

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Schools

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

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $8,333
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

118
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Feb 20, 2025
$2,499,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 118
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Listed for Sale
Sep 23, 2024
$2,499,000
Original listing
Agent: Allison Avramovich Office: Sumner Realty LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 23, 2024 New Listing Added $2,499,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
117 days
Price per Sq Ft
$658

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $99,999 $99,999,999

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$99,999
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$99,999,999

Listing Information

Listing Agent Allison Avramovich
Listing Office Sumner Realty LLC
Agent MLS ID CN217015
Office MLS ID AN6392

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