21 Ridge Ave, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459
$1,225,000
Est. $6,520/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,450
Sq Ft
$845
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1940
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
0
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73314258

About this home

A delightful Cape-style cottage nestled in the charming Newton Centre neighborhood. This home offers 2BD/1.5BA, situated on a picturesque street. The idyllic property boasts a white picket fence, lush perennial gardens, mature plantings. The first floor features an open layout encompassing the kitchen, dining room, and office. A spacious living room with built-in cabinets and a fireplace, a mudroom, and a half bath complete the first level. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a family bathroom. The home features new Bosch appliances, a recently redone central heating and air conditioning system, an instant hot water system, and upgraded electrical service (Oct 2024). The basement provides ample storage space with a well-organized shelving system. Enjoy the convenience of this prime location, just minutes away from Newton Centre's vibrant offerings, including the Bowen School, Green Line T, restaurants, shops, parks, and conservation land.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,099,000
Final Sale Price: $1,225,000
Difference: +$126,000 (+11.5%)
Performance Metrics
111.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $758
Sale $/sq ft: $845
This property sold for $845 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,450 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Office, Mud Room
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Partial, Crawl Space, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Window Features
Skylight(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Patio, Sprinkler System, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.11 acres
Lot Size
5,000 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1100
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$10,386
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$1,064,100
Parcel Number
S:65 B:017 L:0007,701544
Zoning
SR3

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate,Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Buyer and Buyer's Agent to verify all information and perform their own due diligence.
Exclusions
Wine Fridge, Smart Home Devices

Location

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Neighborhood

21 Ridge Ave, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

Walkability

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Schools

School information not available

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $866
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

10.3%
Price Range
1
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Dec 20, 2024
$1,225,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 1
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Listed for Sale
Nov 20, 2024
$1,099,000
Original listing
Agent: Peter Cote Office: Redfin Corp.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 20, 2024 New Listing Added $1,099,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
0 days
Price per Sq Ft
$845

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $10,386 $1,064,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,386
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,064,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Peter Cote
Listing Office Redfin Corp.
Agent MLS ID CN216051
Office MLS ID NB3534

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