281 Ward Street

Newton, MA 02459

$2,499,000
Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,800 Sq. Ft.
$658 / Sq. Ft.
3,800
Sq. Ft.
$658
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Allison Avramovich • Sumner Realty LLC

Property Details for 281 Ward Street

Town
Newton
Area
MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

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LISTING UPDATED: 11/15/2024 10:36 AM

Property Details for 281 Ward Street

StatusActive
MLS #73293530
Days on Market65
Taxes$99,999 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1922
CountyMiddlesex County

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Building Information for 281 Ward Street

Stories-Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,444 SF

Property Information for 281 Ward Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Living Area: 3800.0
  • Color: gray/blue
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Ward Elementary
  • High School: Newton North
  • Middle School: Bigelow
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom, Home Office, Play Room, Office
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Porch, Deck - Composite
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Composite
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 240.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Hot Tub / Spa,Double Vanity
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 182.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom4 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 208.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom5 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Basement
  • Bedroom5 Width: 16.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Bidet,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 182.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Wine Chiller
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 240.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Deck - Exterior
  • Family Room Length: 15.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 16.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 210.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 14.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 240.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding,Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 156.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Office Length: 12.0
  • Room Office Level: Basement
  • Room Office Width: 13.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Taxes do not reflect the improvements. Measurements and square footage are approximate.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:73 B:036 L:0005,703607
  • Assessments: $99,999,999
  • Book: 81600
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: SR2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 281 Ward Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 281 Ward Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$9,518 ($793 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,757 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,757 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt911 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,444 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922ZoningSR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:73 B:036 L:0005

Schools near 281 Ward Street

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 - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ward Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bigelow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Mt Alvernia High School
Private7 to 12

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281 Ward Street is a single family home for sale in Newton, MA 02459. This property was listed for sale on September 23, 2024 by Sumner Realty LLC, it's currently listed at $2,499,000. It has been on the market for a total of 65 days and was last sold on May 30, 2023. This listing's school district is Newton School District. Nearby schools include Ward Elementary School, Bigelow Middle School and Newton North High School. 281 Ward Street is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,800 sqft single family home built in 1922.

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