65 Lenox St

9,875 Sq. Ft.
$600 / Sq. Ft.
9,875
Sq. Ft.
$600
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built in 1917 by John Wingate Weeks, a Navy admiral and Newton Mayor, the renowned Admiral’s House dazzles on the hilltop site with its once divine architectural splendor restored. An award winning renovation of approximately 4,500 sf designed by Meyer & Meyer Architects and built by Kenneth Vona Construction blends seamlessly to create over 10,000 sf of contemporary and dignified beauty on almost an acre and a half. The owners balanced character and integrity befitting a stately home with a “less...Built in 1917 by John Wingate Weeks, a Navy admiral and Newton Mayor, the renowned Admiral’s House dazzles on the hilltop site with its once divine architectural splendor restored. An award winning renovation of approximately 4,500 sf designed by Meyer & Meyer Architects and built by Kenneth Vona Construction blends seamlessly to create over 10,000 sf of contemporary and dignified beauty on almost an acre and a half. The owners balanced character and integrity befitting a stately home with a “less serious attitude.” Entertain on the expansive patio or play in the yard and sports court. This fresh, fun and lively home is a joy to behold.

Listing Agents

  1. Debbie Drucker

    Debbie Drucker

    Listing Agent

    Compass

  2. Listed by Conor Chamberlain • Historic Homes, Inc.
  3. Listed by Miceal Chamberlain • Historic Homes, Inc.

Property Details for 65 Lenox Street

Town
Newton
MLS Area
West Newton
Area
MA-Newton-West Newton, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
10.00
Parking Spaces Total
13
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 08:30 AM

Property Details for 65 Lenox Street

StatusSold
MLS #72396675
Days on Market9
Taxes$53,028 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1906
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Debbie Drucker; Historic Homes, Inc., Conor Chamberlain; Historic Homes, Inc., Miceal Chamberlain

Sold By William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Gore Lietzke Group

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Building Information for 65 Lenox Street

Stories-Year Built1906Building Size-Lot Size1.46 AC / 63,795 SF

Payment Calculator

$33,296 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$28,877

Property Taxes

$4,419

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 65 Lenox Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 9875.0
  • Color: Brick
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Pierce
  • High School: North
  • Middle School: Day
  • Neighborhood: West Newton Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oil Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 8.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 8
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Home Office, Media Room, Exercise Room, Play Room, Bedroom
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Covered
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Heated, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Heated, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Heated, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 210.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 320.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bedroom2 Length: 20.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 315.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bedroom3 Length: 21.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 266.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bedroom4 Length: 19.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 240.0
  • Bedroom5 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 20.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 336.0
  • Dining Room Length: 21.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 528.0
  • Family Room Length: 24.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 22.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 357.0
  • Kitchen Length: 21.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 17.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 500.0
  • Room Living Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 25.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 220.0
  • Room Office Length: 11.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 20.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:32 B:048 L:0001,688252
  • Assessments: $4,768,700
  • Book: 48633
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 8
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heat Zones: 5
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 65 Lenox Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 12, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72396675

$5,925,000
Sep 26, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72396675

Sep 17, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72396675

$6,200,000
Jul 12, 2018

Canceled

MLS PIN #72284183

$6,200,000
Feb 21, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72284183

$6,995,000
Dec 21, 2017

Canceled

MLS PIN #72227679

$6,995,000
Sep 13, 2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72227679

$6,995,000
Dec 8, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #210978393

$3,800,000

+12.7% / yr

Mar 9, 1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88048384

$735,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/12/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72396675

$5,925,000
09/26/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72396675

09/17/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72396675

$6,200,000
07/12/2018

Canceled

MLS PIN #72284183

$6,200,000
02/21/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72284183

$6,995,000
12/21/2017

Canceled

MLS PIN #72227679

$6,995,000
09/13/2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72227679

$6,995,000
12/08/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #210978393

$3,800,000

+12.7% / yr

03/09/1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88048384

$735,000

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

Public Records for 65 Lenox Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,546,700Additions$4,635,600Total$7,182,300
Tax Record2025$70,387 ($5,866 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths5Total Finished SqFt6,179 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,179 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,972 SqFtStories2Lot Size63,795 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1906ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:32 B:048 L:0001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 65 Lenox 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 - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Peirce Elementary School
PublicK to 5

F A Day Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Clearway School
Private6 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Debbie Drucker; Historic Homes, Inc., Conor Chamberlain; Historic Homes, Inc., Miceal Chamberlain

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