Ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Newton Centre, this beautiful and well-maintained Colonial offers 4 spacious bedrooms on the 2nd floor, plus a versatile 3rd floor suite with additional bedroom, full bath, and office—perfect for today’s flexible living needs. The main level features a front-to-back living room with wood-burning fireplace, an updated kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances, a charming side porch, and an oversized rear deck overlooking a lush, private yard. Classic details, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light throughout. Walk to the Green Line, Newton Centre shops and dining, Bowen Elementary, and minutes to Rt 9, 128, and the Pike. A rare opportunity to create your dream home in one of Newton’s most desirable neighborhoods. Home is vacant and offered as is.
Sold for $1,680,000 on 08/05/25
$1,680,000
34 Westminster Rd, Newton, MA 02459
5beds
2,345sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.29 Acres Lot
$1,614,700 Zestimate®
$716/sqft
$6,400 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,614,700
$1.53M - $1.70M
$6,400/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 02:15pm
Listed by:
Ryan Cook 617-485-8434,
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services 617-964-1850
Bought with:
Anya Kogan
Luxury Realty Partners
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73392798
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior
- Level: Third
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled
- Level: Third
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 276
- Dimensions: 23 x 12
Office
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Third
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), None
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Closet, Office, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - DSL
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Picture
- Basement: Full,Garage Access,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,345
- Total interior livable area: 2,345 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,345
- Finished area below ground: 840
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Storage, Off Street, Tandem
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Balcony
- Frontage length: 80.00
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 700686
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2025 | Sold | $1,680,000+8.5%$716/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73392798 | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Contingent | $1,549,000$661/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73392798 | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,549,000$661/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73392798 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,593 +3.4% | $1,183,000 +3% |
| 2024 | $11,209 +5.8% | $1,148,500 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $10,593 +4.5% | $1,040,600 +8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Bowen Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bowen
- Middle: Oak Hill
- High: South
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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