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16 Ballard St, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center - Ward School
$1,600,000
Est. $9,403/month
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,159
Sq Ft
$506
Price/Sq Ft
0.30
Acres
1920
Year Built
34
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 2, 2019 • MLS# 72435941 Copied!

About this home

Newton Center. Very special classic brick Colonial in prime Newton Center location. This home is south facing and filled with beautiful sunlight nicely sited on a level fenced 13,230 sq. ft. lot. There are nine bright freshly painted rooms all featuring hardwood floors and original architectural details. The first floor features an updated eat-in kitchen with built-in desk area and access to the yard, a banquet sized dining room, a home office or den and a front-to-back living room with a wall of French doors over looking the spectacular backyard and gardens. The second floor has four bedrooms including a master with private bathroom and walk-in closet. One of the bedrooms opens to a private screened porch. There is a finished third floor with one large room, ideal for au-pair or home office. The finished room in the lower level is perfect for a home gym or play room and features plenty of good storage. Nearby are the shops in Newton Center and the Green Line "T", Ward School and NNH.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,159 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,499,000
Final Sale Price: $1,600,000
Difference: +$101,000 (+6.7%)
Performance Metrics
106.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
34
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $475
Sale $/sq ft: $506
This property sold for $506 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

The property spent 34 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$506/sq ft
Area Average
$3/sq ft
Difference
+17,903.6%

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

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1920
Living Area 3,159 sq ft
Lot Size 0.30 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling Central Air, Ductless
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry In Basement
Features Den, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture Colonial
Roof Slate
Features Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Screened, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $13,355
Assessed Value $1,278,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Den, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Screened, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Newton Center - Ward School

16 Ballard St, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

Walkability

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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

10 schools
Newton Country Day School
0.4 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
Dearborn Academy School
1.1 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Fessenden School
1.9 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
2.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.4 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.1 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
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
1.7 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+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.0 mi | #23 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
649 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
2.1 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.2 above state avg
713 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
3.3 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.9 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
A+
Newton South High School
1.9 mi | #5 of 346 | Score: 77.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
+19.7 above state avg
1,898 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73543730
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Currently Listed
Jul 1, 2026
$7,700
MLS #73543730 - Active
Sold
Feb 25, 2019
$1,600,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
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Listed for Sale
Jan 2, 2019
$1,499,000
Original listing
Agent: Krongel & Paul Office: Hammond Residential Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 1, 2026 Sold $7,700
Jan 2, 2019 New Listing Added $1,499,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
34 days
Price per Sq Ft
$506

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $13,355 $1,278,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$13,355
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$1,278,000

Listing Information

Listing Office Hammond Residential Real Estate
Agent MLS ID TM303316
Office MLS ID AN3108
Listing Data Updated Feb 25, 2019 12:10 PM EST
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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