40 Shornecliffe Rd, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458 • Farlow Hill
$2,725,000
Est. $14,504/month
6
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,370
Sq Ft
$624
Price/Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
1897
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
28
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73206339

About this home

Prominently set on Farlow Hill, this stunning Colonial Revival style residence has been extensively renovated while preserving its original charm. The magnificent foyer opens to a grand first floor with high ceilings, original moldings, living room with fireplace, family room with fireplace, beautiful dining room with custom moldings, and spectacular chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, fabulous island, granite countertops, and custom cabinets. An elegant staircase, with a lovely stained-glass window, leads to the second floor with a decadent primary bedroom suite with a spa-like bathroom, dressing room, and walk-in closet. There are two other bedrooms, office, and full bathroom on this level. The third floor has three bedrooms and bathroom. The refinished basement has a game room and a media room with bar, each with built-ins. This home has a wraparound porch, updated gas systems, AC, newer roof, two-car garage, and hardwood. Convenient to major routes and Newton Centre.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,999,000
Final Sale Price: $2,725,000
Difference: $274,000 (-9.1%)
Performance Metrics
90.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
28
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $686
Sale $/sq ft: $624
This property sold for $624 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.1% below the original asking price.

With only 28 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
1897
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,370 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

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
3
Interior Features
Bathroom - Full, Office, Bedroom, Bathroom
Laundry Features
Second Floor
Basement Details
Partially Finished

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Shingle, Colonial Revival
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Patio
Has Spa
No
View
Scenic View(s)
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.25 acres
Lot Size
10,815 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2500
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Detached
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Farlow Hill
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, Highway Access, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$20,369
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$2,087,000
Parcel Number
S:72 B:033 L:0004,702899
Zoning
SR1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate,Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Exclusions
Washer Dryer. Dining Room Chandelier.

Location

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Neighborhood

Farlow Hill

40 Shornecliffe Rd, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Ward/Underwood
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Bigelow
Rating information coming soon
High School
North
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,697
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.9%
Price Range
29
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 6, 2024
$2,725,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 29
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Listed for Sale
Feb 28, 2024
$2,895,000
Original listing
Agent: Debby Belt Office: Hammond Residential Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 28, 2024 New Listing Added $2,895,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
28 days
Price per Sq Ft
$624

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $20,369 $2,087,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$20,369
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$2,087,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Debby Belt
Listing Office Hammond Residential Real Estate
Agent MLS ID CN201336
Office MLS ID AN3108

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