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17 Lancaster Rd, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02458

$2,500,000
Price
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4770
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1936
Lot size: 9,070 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $561 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 4 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

Classic Tudor showcasing striking architectural details & timeless charm in one of Newton?s most desirable neighborhoods. Enter to a dramatic staircase beneath a hand-painted domed ceiling with a statement chandelier. Continue into a gracious living room with a barrel-vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, distinctive windows, arched openings, and an ornate fireplace, an impressive space well suited for entertaining. The living room flows into a library with well-designed built-ins & fireplace, a perfect spot for reading while overlooking the yard. The elegant dining room connects to the spacious kitchen & large family room ideal for everyday living. Excellent flow throughout the main level. The 2nd floor offers 5 bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with walk-in closet, en-suite bath, an office, plus 2 additional full baths. Finished lower level with a versatile living space, full bath, and access to an oversized 4 car garage. Tucked away on a quiet, well-located cul-de-sac.

Neighborhood & Transit

17 Lancaster Rd, Newton · MA 02458

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
231 days
Listing Price:
$2,675,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$561
Tax Assessment:
$2,410,500 in 2026
Taxes:
$1,947 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,770 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Lower Level measured by Drone Home Media
Kitchen
Main Floor, Peninsula, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Second Dishwasher, Custom Built Cabinets, Stone Countertops, Pantry, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level, Wet bar, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Wall Oven, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Walk-in Closet, Cedar Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Archway, Crown Molding, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
11
Above grade area
4021
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Marble
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Unit Control
Heating Zone
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
4
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
9,070 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Patio, Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
4 Parking Spaces, Attached, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized Parking
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Paved Driveway

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Brick
Roof
Slate

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room features
Fireplace, Ceiling - Vaulted, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Recessed Lighting, Archway
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Main Level, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Crown Molding, Pocket Door
Family room level
First Floor
Family room features
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Archway
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 features
Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 5 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 features
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting, Pocket Door
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead

Listing information

Listing agent
Ilene Solomon
Listing office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
MLS PIN #
73488572
Disclosure
Seller to replace window in library. Steam shower & 2 Bar lights not functional in primary bath. Sky lights in family room have broken seals. Radiant Floors in primary. 2nd washer/dryer upstairs.
Disclosure
Lower Level measured by Drone Home Media