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.
Sold for $1,225,000
$1,225,000
21 Ridge Ave, Newton, MA 02459
2beds
1,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,258,000 Zestimate®
$845/sqft
$3,818 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,258,000
$1.16M - $1.37M
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Open layoutWhite picket fenceUpgraded electrical serviceInstant hot water systemMature plantingsLush perennial gardensBuilt-in cabinets
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Listed by:
Peter Cote 978-380-0794,
Redfin Corp. 617-340-7803
Bought with:
Matt Montgomery Group
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73314258
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Skylight, Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Office, Mud Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partial,Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,450
- Total interior livable area: 1,450 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Garden
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: S:65 B:017 L:0007,701544
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $845/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,064,100
- Annual tax amount: $10,386
- Date on market: 1/25/2026
- Exclusions: Wine Fridge, Smart Home Devices
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2024 | Sold | $1,225,000+11.5%$845/sqft |
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| 11/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000+26.3%$758/sqft |
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| 9/7/2018 | Sold | $870,000+8.9%$600/sqft |
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| 7/16/2018 | Pending sale | $799,000$551/sqft |
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| 7/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $799,000+35.7%$551/sqft |
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| 6/6/2013 | Listing removed | $589,000$406/sqft |
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| 6/5/2013 | Pending sale | $589,000-9.4%$406/sqft |
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| 5/31/2013 | Sold | $650,000+10.4%$448/sqft |
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| 4/4/2013 | Listed for sale | $589,000+122.3%$406/sqft |
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| 9/18/1989 | Sold | $265,000$183/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,741 +3.4% | $1,096,000 +3% |
| 2024 | $10,386 +5.4% | $1,064,100 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $9,854 +4.5% | $968,000 +8% |
| 2022 | $9,429 +3.6% | $896,300 +6% |
| 2021 | $9,099 +3.1% | $845,600 |
| 2020 | $8,828 +2.9% | $845,600 +3% |
| 2019 | $8,579 +5.7% | $821,000 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $8,118 +3.1% | $750,300 +6% |
| 2017 | $7,871 +4.6% | $707,800 +7% |
| 2016 | $7,528 +4.9% | $661,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $7,177 +2% | $618,200 +6.5% |
| 2014 | $7,038 +36.6% | $580,700 +29.5% |
| 2013 | $5,152 +2.9% | $448,400 |
| 2012 | $5,009 +3.6% | $448,400 +1.1% |
| 2011 | $4,834 +2.6% | $443,500 -2% |
| 2010 | $4,711 +2.4% | $452,500 -2% |
| 2009 | $4,599 +2.7% | $461,700 |
| 2008 | $4,478 -0.4% | $461,700 -4.2% |
| 2007 | $4,495 +2.6% | $481,800 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,379 +3.7% | $467,800 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,223 +1.7% | $445,500 +9.4% |
| 2004 | $4,154 +4.6% | $407,300 +12% |
| 2003 | $3,972 +9.9% | $363,700 |
| 2002 | $3,615 +9.5% | $363,700 +32.9% |
| 2000 | $3,301 +4.8% | $273,700 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,150 | $249,000 |
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Neighborhood: Thompsonville
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