Under contract

$999,900

44 Barbara Rd, Newton, MA 02465

4beds

1,920sqft

$6,275/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1951

7,286 Square Feet Lot

$1,081,500 Zestimate^®

$521/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Amazing opportunity to build equity in a prime Newton location! This 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers endless potential for homeowners, renovators, and builders alike. Whether you’re looking to move into a fantastic neighborhood and update the home over time, renovate to suit your style, or explore the property's future possibilities, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Surrounded by beautifully updated and newly constructed homes, the property is ideally situated in one of Newton's most desirable, well-established neighborhoods, where pride of ownership and continued investment are evident throughout. Located within Newton’s highly regarded school system and the district's soon to be completed new Franklin Elementary School. This home offers easy access to Parks, Restaurants, Shopping, Commuter rail to Boston, Public transportation and Major Highways..... A Standout Property with Exceptional Upside Potential !

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3
Main level bedrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
Level: Second
Area: 165
Dimensions: 15 x 11

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Level: Second
Area: 195
Dimensions: 15 x 13

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Level: Main,First
Area: 156
Dimensions: 13 x 12

Bedroom 4

Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Level: Main,First
Area: 100
Dimensions: 10 x 10

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: Second

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: Basement

Family room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Level: Basement
Area: 308
Dimensions: 22 x 14

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Level: First
Area: 180
Dimensions: 15 x 12

Living room

Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Level: First
Area: 180
Dimensions: 15 x 12

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement

Features

Mud Room
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,920
Total interior livable area: 1,920 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,152
Finished area below ground: 768

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 3

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Satellite Dish
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced

Lot

Size: 7,286 Square Feet
Features: Level

Details

Parcel number: 690103
Zoning: SR3
Other equipment: Satellite Dish

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1951

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $521/sqft
Tax assessed value: $902,300
Annual tax amount: $8,743
Date on market: 7/15/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$1,081,500

$1.03M - $1.14M

$4,647/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/24/2026	Contingent	$999,900$521/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550314 Report a problem
7/15/2026	Listed for sale	$999,900+72.7%$521/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550314 Report a problem
6/28/2004	Sold	$579,000+24.5%$302/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/26/2003	Sold	$465,000+8.4%$242/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/16/2001	Sold	$429,000+111.9%$223/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/14/1995	Sold	$202,500+9.5%$105/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/1/1992	Sold	$185,000$96/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,421 +3.4%	$859,300 +3%
2024	$8,143 +6.1%	$834,300 +10.7%
2023	$7,672 +4.5%	$753,600 +8%
2022	$7,341 +3.6%	$697,800 +6%
2021	$7,083 +3.1%	$658,300
2020	$6,873 +2.9%	$658,300 +3%
2019	$6,679 +4.3%	$639,100 +8%
2018	$6,401 +3.1%	$591,600 +6%
2017	$6,206 +4.5%	$558,100 +7%
2016	$5,936 +4.9%	$521,600 +7%
2015	$5,660 +1.3%	$487,500 +5.8%
2014	$5,585 +5.5%	$460,800
2013	$5,295 +2.9%	$460,800
2012	$5,147 +1.1%	$460,800 -1.3%
2011	$5,090 +2.6%	$467,000 -2%
2010	$4,960 +2.4%	$476,500 -2%
2009	$4,843 +2.7%	$486,200
2008	$4,716 +1.3%	$486,200 -2.5%
2007	$4,654 +2.7%	$498,800 +3%
2006	$4,533 +3.7%	$484,300 +5%
2005	$4,372 +13%	$461,200 +21.6%
2004	$3,868 +4.6%	$379,200 +12%
2003	$3,698 +9.9%	$338,600
2002	$3,366 +2.7%	$338,600 +24.6%
2000	$3,278 +4.8%	$271,800 +9.9%
1999	$3,128	$247,300

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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