40 Fairway Drive, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465
$1,265,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,696
Sq Ft
$746
Price/Sq Ft
0.22
Acres
1941
Year Built
1
Garage Space
22
Days on Market
Sold 2025 Listed Aug 12, 2025 • MLS# 73416823 Copied! • Updated Nov 10, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,190,000
Final Sale Price: $1,265,000
Difference: +$75,000 (+6.3%)
Performance Metrics
106.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
22
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $702
Sale $/sq ft: $746
This property sold for $746 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 22 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$746/sq ft
Area Median
$509/sq ft
Difference
+46.7%

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

About this home

Charming and well-maintained Colonial style home in a sought-after Newton neighborhood. This 3-bed, 1.5-bath home offers a spacious living room with fireplace, central air, beautiful wood flooring throughout, replacement windows, dining room with built-in corner cabinet, and a sunroom leading to a large deck and beautifully landscaped backyard with mature trees. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops.. Upstairs, the primary bedroom has dual closets, including a walk-in; the second bedroom also includes a large walk-in closet. The partially finished walkout basement includes a vintage bar and great potential for additional living space. Classic details, solid structure, and endless potential to make it your own! Close proximity to schools, parks, and all that West Newton Square & Newtonville have to offer including Newtonville MBTA! Deferred Showings until Sat OH 8/16, Highest and best offers due 8/20 by 12pm.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

99.6%
Price Range
24
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73597149
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 30, 2026
$4,500
MLS #73597149 - Active
✓
Sold
Nov 10, 2025
$1,265,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 24
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Listed for Sale
Aug 12, 2025
$1,190,000
Original listing
Agent: Jen Wilson Home Team Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $9,886 $1,240,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,886
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,240,000

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1941
Living Area 1,696 sq ft
Lot Size 0.22 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
Features Sun Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $9,886
Assessed Value $1,240,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Subject To Probate Approval.. Sold As-is. Seller Has Not Resided @ Property In Many Years. No Showings Until Open House Aug 16. Highest And Best Offers Due 8/20 By 12pm.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color WhiteBrick
Sq Ft Source Appraiser
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 24 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1941
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,696 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Sun Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1941
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation: Block

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, T-Station, Sidewalks
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
Fessenden School
0.3 mi
Grades K-09
Dearborn Academy School
1.0 mi
Grades 02-12
Learning Prep School
1.0 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.2 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
3.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
3.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.5 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.3 mi | #13 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 38 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
830 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.9 mi | #22 of 352 | Score: 60.9
Improved 48 spots from last year
+2.7 above state avg
451 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
3.3 mi | #25 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 12 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
654 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
3.4 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.5
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.3 above state avg
698 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Clearway School
2.6 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
3.3 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.8 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.8
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.6 above state avg
2,055 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
3.2 mi | #6 of 346 | Score: 77.7
Improved 19 spots from last year
+19.5 above state avg
1,865 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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40 Fairway Drive, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jen Wilson Home Team
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Office Phone 413-568-2405
Agent MLS ID TM334645
Office MLS ID AN7318
Listing Data Updated Nov 10, 2025 4:43 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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