FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelThird
16 Ballard St, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center - Ward School
$1,600,000
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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 18 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$506/sq ft
Area Median
$557/sq ft
Difference
9.1%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
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 History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73543730
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 1, 2026
$7,700
MLS #73543730 - Active
Sold
Feb 25, 2019
$1,600,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
Listed for Sale
Jan 2, 2019
$1,499,000
Original listing
Agent: Krongel & Paul
Office: Hammond Residential Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $7,700 | - | - | MLS #73543730 - Active |
| 02/25/2019 | ✓ Sold | $1,600,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/02/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,499,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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
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
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Central A/c On 2nd Floor Only. 2 Split Systems On The First Floor, Kitchen And Family/den Room.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Brick
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
does not include finished lower level
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
16 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,159 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 7
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 15
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 15
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Gas Stove
LevelMain,First
Dimensions15 x 26
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchScreened, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
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
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
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
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
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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Neighborhood
Newton Center - Ward School
16 Ballard St, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459
Listing Information
Listing Office
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Office Phone
617-731-4644
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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