For sale

$3,350,000

81 Brackett Rd, Newton, MA 02458

5beds

6,260sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1941

0.47 Acres Lot

$3,232,900 Zestimate^®

$535/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Direct entry garageFormal dining roomGleaming hardwood floorsConvenient mudroomLarge adjacent family roomTwo working stationsPaneled second floor office

Located at the quiet turn of Brackett Road in the Ward School area, this magnificent Tudor home was built for elegant entertaining, and improved to accommodate abundant family life. The gracious foyer is flanked by a formal dining room and living room that leads to a handsome study. Stunning Pella windows complement the masterful woodwork and gleaming hardwood floors. The kitchen anchors the home and provides room for informal gatherings that flow to the rear yard and large adjacent family room. It provides two working stations 2 of everything: dishwashers, ranges + set of sinks. Large island, counter and dining area seating. The second level has FIVE bedrooms, including the primary suite with its large marble full bath PLUS a paneled second floor office + kid's homework space that links 2 bedrooms. The lower level! What fun! Room enough for a gym, a game room + a fabulous bar. It is beautifully finished and a perfect extension of living area. Convenient mudroom. Direct entry garage.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 4
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Level: Second
Area: 345
Dimensions: 23 x 15

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 240
Dimensions: 16 x 15

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 210
Dimensions: 15 x 14

Bedroom 4

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Second
Area: 120
Dimensions: 12 x 10

Bedroom 5

Features: Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Second
Area: 150
Dimensions: 15 x 10

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Skylight, Hot Tub / Spa
Level: Second
Area: 195
Dimensions: 15 x 13

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Level: First
Area: 270
Dimensions: 18 x 15

Family room

Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Level: First
Area: 495
Dimensions: 33 x 15

Kitchen

Features: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Second Dishwasher, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Level: First
Area: 330
Dimensions: 22 x 15

Living room

Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
Level: First
Area: 345
Dimensions: 23 x 15

Office

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
Level: Second
Area: 80
Dimensions: 10 x 8

Heating

Central, Natural Gas, Ductless, Fireplace

Cooling

Central Air, Ductless

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Other
Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Sink, First Floor

Features

Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Wet bar, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Study, Office, Exercise Room, Game Room, Bonus Room
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Doors: Insulated Doors
Windows: Skylight, Insulated Windows
Basement: Partially Finished
Number of fireplaces: 3
Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 6,260
Total interior livable area: 6,260 sqft
Finished area above ground: 5,120
Finished area below ground: 1,140

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard, Other
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.47 Acres

Details

Parcel number: S:73 B:007 L:0018,703156
Zoning: SR2

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Slate

Condition

Year built: 1941

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Security: Security System
Subdivision: Newton Centre, Newton Corner

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $535/sqft
Tax assessed value: $3,129,600
Annual tax amount: $30,325
Date on market: 4/22/2026

Estimated market value

$3,232,900

$3.07M - $3.39M

$7,939/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/22/2026	Listed for sale	$3,350,000+135.1%$535/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73505180 Report a problem
11/12/1999	Sold	$1,425,000$228/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$29,210 +3.4%	$2,980,600 +3%
2024	$28,243 +4.3%	$2,893,800 +8.7%
2023	$27,091 +4.5%	$2,661,200 +8%
2022	$25,922 +3.6%	$2,464,100 +6%
2021	$25,013 +3.1%	$2,324,600
2020	$24,269 +2.9%	$2,324,600 +3%
2019	$23,585 +2.4%	$2,256,900 +6%
2018	$23,034 +3.1%	$2,128,800 +6%
2017	$22,332 +4.6%	$2,008,300 +7%
2016	$21,359 +4.9%	$1,876,900 +7%
2015	$20,365 +1%	$1,754,100 +5.5%
2014	$20,156 +5.5%	$1,663,000
2013	$19,108 +2.9%	$1,663,000
2012	$18,576 +4.8%	$1,663,000 +2.3%
2011	$17,721 +2.6%	$1,625,800 -2%
2010	$17,270 +2.4%	$1,659,000 -2%
2009	$16,861 +2.7%	$1,692,900
2008	$16,421 +0.5%	$1,692,900 -3.3%
2007	$16,341 +2.7%	$1,751,500 +3%
2006	$15,917 +3.7%	$1,700,500 +5%
2005	$15,353 +0.6%	$1,619,500 +8.3%
2004	$15,259 +4.6%	$1,496,000 +12%
2003	$14,586 +9.9%	$1,335,700
2002	$13,277 +12.6%	$1,335,700 +36.6%
2000	$11,796 +4.8%	$978,100 +9.9%
1999	$11,259	$890,000