42 Sheffield Rd, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460 • West Newton
$1,859,000
Est. $9,894/month
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,156
Sq Ft
$589
Price/Sq Ft
0.38
Acres
1929
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
8
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 28, 2025 • MLS# 73257498

About this home

Classic 1929 Tudor in a wonderful location under a mile to both the Newtonville and West Newton villages, this home on a gently sloping 16,500 square foot lot is an ideal project for an end-user or developer. It has easy access to shops, restaurants & the commuter rail and is under a mile to the public elementary & high schools. The foyer opens to a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace. Off the living room is a great study. The foyer also opens to the entertainment-sized dining room and the updated eat-in kitchen. Behind the kitchen the first level bedroom with an en-suite full bathroom. On the second floor is a large primary bedroom with an en-suite full bathroom. There are three more bedrooms on this level and another full bathroom. Presently unfinished, the basement houses the systems and provides direct entry to the two car garage. The home has been owned & occupied by the same family for over 60 years; buyers should do their due diligence prior to submitting offers.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,849,000
Final Sale Price: $1,859,000
Difference: +$10,000 (+0.5%)
Performance Metrics
100.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $586
Sale $/sq ft: $589
This property sold for $589 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 8 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
1929
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,156 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Den
Basement Details
Full, Garage Access

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Tudor
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Block
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.38 acres
Lot Size
16,500 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.3800

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
6
Parking Features
Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$19,749
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$2,023,500
Parcel Number
S:24 B:024 L:0009,686465
Zoning
SR2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
House is being sold as-is. Buyers should do all due diligence prior to submitting an offer.

Location

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Neighborhood

West Newton

42 Sheffield Rd, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Cabot
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Day
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 $1,646
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

0.5%
Price Range
9
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Sep 12, 2024
$1,859,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 9
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Listed for Sale
Jun 26, 2024
$1,849,000
Original listing
Agent: Matt Montgomery Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 26, 2024 New Listing Added $1,849,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
8 days
Price per Sq Ft
$589

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $19,749 $2,023,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$19,749
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$2,023,500

Listing Information

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

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