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26 Berkshire Road, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460 • Newtonville
$1,150,000
Est. $6,784/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,151
Sq Ft
$535
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1923
Year Built
90
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 27, 2016 • MLS# 71994683 Copied!

About this home

Wonderful Center Entrance Colonial beautifully situated in a highly desirable neighborhood around the corner from Bullough's Pond. Living Room features original gum wood columns and beamed ceiling, a brick fireplace, hardwood floors, natural sunlight and French doors leading to the sky-lit den. The kitchen was completely renovated in 2001 with custom fire slate countertops backed by handmade tiles made from the wood kiln of Chris Gustafson, a nationally recognized artist from Massachusetts, Viking Gas Range-4 Burner plus griddle, GE Profile Refrigerator and 2015 Bosch dishwasher. In addition to seating at the peninsula, there is a generous dining area looking out to the backyard deck and lush grounds. The current homeowners over the past 24 years have proudly maintained and improved upon this property.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HILL ZACHARY B
Mailing Address 26 BERKSHIRE RD NVL, NEWTON, MA, 02460

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning SR2
Style Colonial

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,492,900
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $16,288
CPA Surcharge 2% ($304)
Estimated Annual Tax $16,591

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $1,279,700 $213,200 $1,492,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 4, 2016 $1,150,000 67754/475

Municipal Context: NEWTON

Median Home Value $1,350,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $13,970
Residential Tax Rate $10.91/1000
CPA Surcharge 2%
County Middlesex
Match: address_like (87.0% confidence) · Data as of Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1923
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,151 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,195,000
Final Sale Price: $1,150,000
Difference: $45,000 (-3.8%)
Performance Metrics
96.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
90
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $556
Sale $/sq ft: $535
This property sold for $535 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 90 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$535/sq ft
Area Average
$354/sq ft
Difference
+51.0%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1923
Living Area 2,151 sq ft
Lot Size 0.17 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Office, Study

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa Private
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood

Parking

Features Off Street, Stone/gravel, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $9,229
Assessed Value $811,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Office, Study
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1923
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Spa/Hot Tub: Yes
Spa Features: Private
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

Newtonville

26 Berkshire Road, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460

Walkability

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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
Cabot School
0.6 mi | #129 of 824 | Score: 57.7
Improved 197 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
414 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
A+
Mason-Rice School
0.6 mi | #33 of 824 | Score: 63.6
Improved 11 spots from last year
+5.4 above state avg
321 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Newton Country Day School
0.7 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.3 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
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.4 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A+
Newton North High School
0.4 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
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

32.3%
Price Range
91
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73517360
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
May 13, 2026
$1,699,000
MLS #73517360 - Active
Sold
Aug 4, 2016
$1,150,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 91
Sold
Aug 4, 2016
$1,150,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 91
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Listed for Sale
Apr 27, 2016
$1,150,000
Original listing
Agent: Marjorie Kern Office: Karp, Liberman & Kern Sotheby's International Realty
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Listed for Sale
Apr 27, 2016
$1,150,000
Original listing
Agent: Marjorie Kern Office: Karp, Liberman & Kern Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 13, 2026 Sold $1,699,000
Apr 27, 2016 New Listing Added $1,150,000
Apr 27, 2016 New Listing Added $1,150,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
90 days
Price per Sq Ft
$535

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $9,229 $811,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,229
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$811,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Marjorie Kern
Listing Office Karp, Liberman & Kern Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB901966
Office MLS ID BB5913
Listing Data Updated Aug 4, 2016 11:55 PM EDT
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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