24 Essex Rd

Newton, MA 02467

$6,300,000
Price
6
Beds
3,868 Sq. Ft.
$1,629 / Sq. Ft.
3,868
Sq. Ft.
$1,629
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One of the most sought after addresses in Chestnut Hill. This unique international style contemporary home is sited on 1.78 acre lot with lush grounds and mature trees creating unparalleled privacy. This rare find is an opportunity to make this home your own and the property of a lifetime. Located on a private road, a true urban/suburban location that makes for easy and luxurious living. Quick access to Rt9, "The Street", the D line, medical centers, the best private and public schools that Boston...One of the most sought after addresses in Chestnut Hill. This unique international style contemporary home is sited on 1.78 acre lot with lush grounds and mature trees creating unparalleled privacy. This rare find is an opportunity to make this home your own and the property of a lifetime. Located on a private road, a true urban/suburban location that makes for easy and luxurious living. Quick access to Rt9, "The Street", the D line, medical centers, the best private and public schools that Boston has to offer.

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Property Details for 24 Essex Road

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Chestnut Hill
Area
MA-Newton-Chestnut Hill, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern
Style
Garden, Mid-Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 03/25/2025 11:17 AM

Property Details for 24 Essex Road

StatusActive
MLS #73341109
Days on Market26
Taxes$72,385 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1950
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%

Building Information for 24 Essex Road

Stories-Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size1.78 AC / 77,604 SF

Property Information for 24 Essex Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 3868.0
  • Color: white
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bowen/Ward
  • High School: Nshs
  • Middle School: Oak Hill
  • Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bonus Room
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Covered, Tennis Court, City View(s), Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Greenhouse, Tennis Court, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • View: Scenic View(s), City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 409.5
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 26.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.75
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 195.277777
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.666666
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.416666
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 215.569444
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.833333
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.583333
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 191.055555
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.666666
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 15.083333
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 100.3125
  • Bedroom5 Length: 11.25
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 8.916666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 306.25
  • Dining Room Length: 21.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.583333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 194.638888
  • Kitchen Length: 12.833333
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.166666
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 15'X7'
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 309.75
  • Room Living Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.75
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Heat and water have been turned off in preparation for renovation. Property is located in the Olde Chestnut Hill historic district. Historic has approved building plans. New owner will need to get permits from the city.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 699750
  • Assessments: $7,385,000
  • Block: 031
  • Book: 4806
  • Lot: 0004
  • Map: 63
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage: 160.00
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2

Property History for 24 Essex Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 24 Essex Road

Taxable ValueLand$5,141,100Additions$2,243,900Total$7,385,000
Tax Record2025$72,373 ($6,031 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,868 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,868 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,007 SqFtStories2Lot Size77,604 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:63 B:031 L:0004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 24 Essex Road

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Bowen Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oak Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

The Chestnut Hill School
PrivatePK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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24 Essex Road is a single family home for sale in Newton, MA 02467. This property was listed for sale on March 4, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $6,300,000. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on May 14, 2021. This listing's school district is Newton School District. Nearby schools include Bowen Elementary School, Oak Hill Middle School and Newton South High School. 24 Essex Road is a 6-bed, 4.5-bath, 3,868 sqft single family home built in 1950.

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