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48 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02458

$2,300,000
Price
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3362
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1935
Lot size: 9,073 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $714 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

Inviting and exceptional south facing Tudor Revival nestled on a tree-lined cul-de-sac bordering the coveted 71 acre Newton Commonwealth Golf Course near the Ward School and Boston College. This home offers a rare combination of privacy, convenience, and natural beauty. Featuring 11 spacious rooms, including 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. An updated eat in kitchen opens to a magnificent vaulted ceiling familyroom with three walls of windows, creating a bright, airy gathering space. The direct access to the deck from the kitchen or family room is perfect for outdoor dining and BBQ's. Beautiful first floor work from home private study! With generous living and entertaining spaces throughout, including a formal dining room and a timeless classic living room, this home is designed for a lifestyle to suit most! Additional highlights include the lower level 5th bedroom, bath and the 'ping-pong' game room. Direct access to an oversized 2-car garage. A wonderful home in a sensational neighborhood.

Neighborhood & Transit

Ward School

48 Philmore 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:
303 days
Listing Price:
$2,399,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$714
Tax Assessment:
$2,082,600 in 2025
Taxes:
$1,700 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,362 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Kitchen
Main Floor, Open Floor Plan, Peninsula, Upgraded Cabinets, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Eat-in Kitchen, Custom Built Cabinets, Stone Countertops, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Main Level, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Dishwasher, Range, Wall Oven, Garbage Disposal, Garbage Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, 3/4 Bathroom, Double Closet, Walk-in Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
11
Above grade area
2987
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Steam, Unit Control
Heating Zone
4
Cooling
Ductless Mini-Split System, Central Air
Cooling Zones
3
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers

Exterior Features

Lot Size
9,073 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot, Paved Drive, Golf Course Frontage, City View(s), Gentle Slope, Sloping, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
City View(s), Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Deck, Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Oversized Parking
Off Street Parking
None, Paved Driveway

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Clapboard, Brick
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

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 dimensions
24'3X14'2
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
14'6X13'1
Dining room features
Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
23'7X20'4
Family room features
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors, Main Level, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Kitchen dimensions
27'8X10'11
Primary bedroom dimensions
18'6X13'6
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
14'3X13'4
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
13'1X10'4
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
10'3X9'1
Bedroom 4 features
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 5 level
Basement
Bedroom 5 dimensions
14'0X13'6
Bedroom 5 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
7'11X5'5
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
8'4X5'5
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
Bathroom 3 level
Basement
Bathroom 3 dimensions
9'6X4'11
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pedestal Sink

Listing information

Listing agent
The Margie and Jon Team
Listing office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
MLS PIN #
73424616