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Price cut: $51K (6/10)

$1,449,000

5 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 02459

4beds

2,580sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1944

10,454 Square Feet Lot

$1,406,900 Zestimate^®

$562/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Exceptional curb appealStorage shedModern kitchenGarden bedsFormal dining roomDirect backyard accessHardwood floors

Welcome to 5 Sheldon Road in Newton Centre — a thoughtfully updated 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Colonial set on a level 10,000+ SF lot with exceptional curb appeal. The inviting foyer opens to a sun-filled living room with fireplace and hardwood floors. A spacious 1st floor addition offers a bedroom suite or family room with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, full bath, laundry, and direct backyard access. The formal dining room flows into the modern kitchen featuring granite countertops, tiled backsplash, gas cooking, abundant cabinetry, and a picture window overlooking the fully fenced backyard. A half bath, mudroom, and 1-car garage complete the main level. Upstairs features 3 generous bedrooms with ample closets and a full bath. The partially finished lower level with fireplace is ideal for a playroom, gym, or media room, plus extra storage. Outside, the landscaped grounds provide privacy with mature plantings, garden beds, & storage shed. Ideally located in prime Newton Centre location!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 205.04
Dimensions: 11.08 x 18.5

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 168.63
Dimensions: 14.25 x 11.83

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 122.67
Dimensions: 10.67 x 11.5

Bathroom 1

Level: First
Area: 68.46
Dimensions: 8.83 x 7.75

Bathroom 2

Level: First
Area: 21.25
Dimensions: 4.25 x 5

Bathroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 40.56
Dimensions: 8.25 x 4.92

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 138.65
Dimensions: 11.17 x 12.42

Family room

Level: First
Area: 372.15
Dimensions: 19.42 x 19.17

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 141.32
Dimensions: 15.42 x 9.17

Living room

Level: First
Area: 253.96
Dimensions: 11.5 x 22.08

Heating

Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Basement: Partial,Bulkhead
Number of fireplaces: 2

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,580
Total interior livable area: 2,580 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,978
Finished area below ground: 602

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Attached
Attached garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 3

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 10,454 Square Feet
Features: Corner Lot, Level

Details

Parcel number: 704706
Zoning: SR3

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1944

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $562/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,052,100
Annual tax amount: $10,296
Date on market: 5/27/2026

Estimated market value

$1,406,900

$1.34M - $1.48M

$5,303/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/10/2026	Price change	$1,449,000-3.4%$562/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73525489 Report a problem
5/28/2026	Listed for sale	$1,500,000$581/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73525489 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$9,820 +3.4%	$1,002,000 +3%
2024	$9,495 +4.1%	$972,800 +8.6%
2023	$9,122 +4.5%	$896,100 +8%
2022	$8,728 +3.6%	$829,700 +6%
2021	$8,422 +3.1%	$782,700
2020	$8,171 +2.9%	$782,700 +3%
2019	$7,941 +4.3%	$759,900 +8%
2018	$7,614 +3.1%	$703,700 +6%
2017	$7,383 +4.6%	$663,900 +7%
2016	$7,061 +4.9%	$620,500 +7%
2015	$6,733 -0.4%	$579,900 +4%
2014	$6,757 +5.5%	$557,500
2013	$6,406 +2.9%	$557,500
2012	$6,227 +1.3%	$557,500 -1.1%
2011	$6,145 +2.6%	$563,800 -2%
2010	$5,989 +12.2%	$575,300 +7.3%
2009	$5,340 +7.2%	$536,100 +4.4%
2008	$4,982 +0.9%	$513,600 -3%
2007	$4,938 +2.7%	$529,300 +3%
2006	$4,810 +3.7%	$513,900 +5%
2005	$4,640 +13.3%	$489,400 +21.9%
2004	$4,094 +4.6%	$401,400 +12%
2003	$3,914 +9.9%	$358,400
2002	$3,562 +16.5%	$358,400 +41.3%
2000	$3,058 +4.7%	$253,600 +9.9%
1999	$2,920	$230,800

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