Ideally located in Newton Highlands on a tree-lined street. This Tudor residence has been extensively renovated. The front door opens to a gracious foyer which leads to a lovely living room with an adjoining sunroom and a fireplace, an oversized dining room surrounded by windows overlooking the gardens, and a renovated kitchen appointed with custom cabinetry, a peninsula high bar, and stainless steel appliances. Floor is finished with a half bath & entrance to an oversized deck. The second level is comprised of a primary bedroom with a renovated spa like 3/4 bath with double vanity, two other bedrooms, and a renovated family bathroom. The basement features, 3 rooms, a gym, family room, full bath, storage and laundry. Additional features include beautiful hardwood floors, original detail, gas appliances, fenced yard, newer driveway & walkway. The grounds have mature plantings and a peaceful deck. This property is convenient to the “T” and everything Newton Highlands has to offer.
Sold for $1,575,000
$1,575,000
42 Alexander Rd, Newton, MA 02461
3beds
2,338sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
7,832 Square Feet Lot
$1,566,200 Zestimate®
$674/sqft
$4,948 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,566,200
$1.44M - $1.71M
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Oversized deckPeaceful deckOriginal detailRenovated kitchenTree-lined streetStainless steel appliancesMature plantings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karen Nickel 617-943-0922,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Bought with:
Renata Matrosov
Coldwell Banker Realty - New England Home Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73344571
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled, Closet - Double
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,338
- Total interior livable area: 2,338 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,659
- Finished area below ground: 679
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,832 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: S:81 B:028 L:0007,704468
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $674/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,278,100
- Annual tax amount: $12,525
- Date on market: 1/5/2026
- Listing terms: Lease Back
- Exclusions: 1 Cute Dog ...
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2025 | Sold | $1,575,000+5%$674/sqft |
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| 3/19/2025 | Contingent | $1,500,000$642/sqft |
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| 3/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+109.8%$642/sqft |
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| 7/15/2011 | Sold | $715,000+2.3%$306/sqft |
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| 4/8/2011 | Listing removed | $699,000$299/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - #71208750 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $699,000-0.1%$299/sqft |
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| 8/15/2005 | Sold | $700,000+88.7%$299/sqft |
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| 6/1/1998 | Sold | $371,000+26.6%$159/sqft |
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| 6/26/1987 | Sold | $293,000$125/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,525 +3.4% | $1,278,100 +3% |
| 2024 | $12,111 +4.7% | $1,240,900 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $11,570 +4.5% | $1,136,500 +8% |
| 2022 | $11,070 +3.6% | $1,052,300 +6% |
| 2021 | $10,681 +3.1% | $992,700 |
| 2020 | $10,364 +10% | $992,700 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $9,424 +3.3% | $901,800 +7% |
| 2018 | $9,119 +3.1% | $842,800 +6% |
| 2017 | $8,842 +3.2% | $795,100 +5.6% |
| 2016 | $8,565 +4.9% | $752,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $8,166 +0.5% | $703,400 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $8,128 +5.5% | $670,600 |
| 2013 | $7,705 +13.9% | $670,600 +10.8% |
| 2012 | $6,762 +3.8% | $605,400 +1.3% |
| 2011 | $6,514 +2.6% | $597,600 -2% |
| 2010 | $6,348 +2.4% | $609,800 -2% |
| 2009 | $6,197 +2.7% | $622,200 |
| 2008 | $6,035 +4.5% | $622,200 +0.5% |
| 2007 | $5,777 +15.6% | $619,200 +16% |
| 2006 | $4,998 +3.6% | $534,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,822 +0.5% | $508,600 +8.2% |
| 2004 | $4,796 +4.6% | $470,200 +12% |
| 2003 | $4,584 +9.8% | $419,800 |
| 2002 | $4,173 +3.3% | $419,800 +25.4% |
| 2000 | $4,039 +4.8% | $334,900 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,854 | $304,700 |
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Neighborhood: Newton Upper Falls
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