For sale

$975,000

5 Olde Field Rd, Newton, MA 02459

3beds

1,709sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1940

8,870 Square Feet Lot

$964,200 Zestimate^®

$571/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Eat in kitchenFormal dining roomHardwood floorsTraditional center-entrance layoutGas cooking and heatingThree spacious bedrooms

Lovingly maintained by the same family for 50 years, this timeless 6-room, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial offers classic charm, exceptional potential, and a prime location. Featuring a traditional center-entrance layout, the first floor includes a graciously proportioned living room, formal dining room, eat in kitchen and half bath, while the second floor offers three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. Additional highlights include a partially finished lower level, abundant storage, hardwood floors, gas cooking and heating, a 1-car garage, and a level backyard with patio ideal for outdoor enjoyment. Nestled in a quintessential neighborhood setting close to top-rated schools, public transportation, walking paths, and shopping at The Street, this is a rare opportunity to create your dream home in a cherished community.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 253
Dimensions: 11 x 23

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 143
Dimensions: 11 x 13

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 81
Dimensions: 9 x 9

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Half
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: First
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Family room

Features: Lighting - Overhead
Level: Basement
Area: 308
Dimensions: 14 x 22

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Peninsula, Lighting - Overhead
Level: First
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 264
Dimensions: 11 x 24

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,709
Total interior livable area: 1,709 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,373
Finished area below ground: 336

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 3

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden

Lot

Size: 8,870 Square Feet
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: M:0081 B:0040 L:0001,704725
Zoning: SR3

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Sidewalks

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $571/sqft
Tax assessed value: $744,200
Annual tax amount: $7,211
Date on market: 5/14/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$964,200

$916,000 - $1.01M

$3,711/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/14/2026	Listed for sale	$975,000$571/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73519202 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$6,946 +3.4%	$708,800 +3%
2024	$6,717 +5.5%	$688,200 +10.1%
2023	$6,364 +4.5%	$625,100 +8%
2022	$6,089 +3.6%	$578,800 +6%
2021	$5,875 +3.1%	$546,000
2020	$5,700 +2.9%	$546,000 +3%
2019	$5,540 +5%	$530,100 +8.7%
2018	$5,277 +3.1%	$487,700 +6%
2017	$5,116 +4.6%	$460,100 +7%
2016	$4,893 +4.9%	$430,000 +7%
2015	$4,666 -0.7%	$401,900 +3.7%
2014	$4,697 +5.5%	$387,500
2013	$4,452 +2.9%	$387,500
2012	$4,328 +1.5%	$387,500 -0.9%
2011	$4,264 +2.6%	$391,200 -2%
2010	$4,156 +2.4%	$399,200 -2%
2009	$4,057 +2.7%	$407,300
2008	$3,951 +1.4%	$407,300 -2.5%
2007	$3,898 +2.7%	$417,800 +3%
2006	$3,796 +3.7%	$405,600 +5%
2005	$3,662 -0.7%	$386,300 +6.9%
2004	$3,686 +4.6%	$361,400 +12%
2003	$3,524 +9.9%	$322,700
2002	$3,208 +4.8%	$322,700 +27.1%
2000	$3,061 +4.8%	$253,800 +9.9%
1999	$2,921	$230,900

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