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281 Ward St, Newton, MA, 02459

$2,499,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths
3,800 SqFt
$658/SqFt
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281 Ward St, Newton$2,499,000

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$10,000*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDetached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1922
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room
MLS #73293530
Lot Size0.17 Acres
StatusActive

About 281 Ward St

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a welcoming farmer’s porch, designed to offer modern luxury and timeless charm. The chef’s kitchen, featuring two sinks, dual dishwashers, an island with a built-in microwave, Subzero refrigerator, and Thermador stainless steel appliances, opens to the dining room with a built-in bar, wine cooler, and cabinetry, as well as to the family room with a fireplace and access to the deck. The living room, with custom built-ins and an elegant tray ceiling, offers a great space to unwind and relax. An office and full bath complete the first floor. Upstairs are three bedrooms with double closets, a family bathroom with double sinks and a separate shower room, and a primary suite with a walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite bathroom. The lower level walkout includes a bedroom, full bath, office, and playroom, perfect for extended family or an au pair. Over 9’ceilings on 1st and 2nd, over 8’ in lower level. Lots of natural light.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Living Area: 3,800 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Sumner Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (617) 990-4870
  • Listing Agent: Allison Avramovich

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom, Home Office, Play Room, Office
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Centre Street to Ward Street or Waverly Street to Ward Street

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $2,499,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $658/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $8,309
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Newton, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$1.5M

Med. Price/SqFt

$579

Avg. Days On Market

36

# of Sold Homes

60

281 Ward St vs Newton

89 DAYS ON ROCKET

+53 Days

$2,499,000

+$999K More

$658/SqFt

+$78 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $999K more than the Median Sold Price and $78/SqFt more than other homes in Newton, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73293530

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Sumner Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (617) 990-4870
  • Listing Agent: Allison Avramovich

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$8,309$772,200
2020$8,062$772,200
2019$7,834$749,700
2018$7,417$685,500
2017$7,191$646,700

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Ward Elementary School

  • 10 Dolphin Rd

  • 0.28 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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10
/10

  • Mason-Rice Elementary School

  • 149 Pleasant St

  • 0.90 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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7
/10

  • Cabot Elementary School

  • 229 Cabot St

  • 0.99 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $125,000. The most common annual income of people living in Newton, MA is $200k+. Most families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 281 Ward St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 281 Ward St property is $2,499,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 281 Ward St is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02459.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 281 Ward St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $8,309 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 281 Ward St has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 281 Ward St is 3,800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 281 Ward St is 1922.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Middlesex County›Newton›02459›281 Ward St

This home is located at 281 Ward St in Newton, MA and zip code 02459 in the Newton Centre neighborhood. This 3,800 square foot home, which was built in 1922, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,499,000.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Newton, MA there were more than 19 sold above asking price, over 38 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. In November 2024 in Newton, MA there were 14.8% less homes for sale than in October 2024. Listings spent 36 days on the market in November 2024, and had a median list price of $1,500,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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