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53 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02459

$1,844,000
Price
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2664
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1938
Lot size: 9,190 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $694 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Gas, Active Solar, AC

About this home

Newton Centre! Experience the perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience in this outstanding 10-room Garrison Colonial with a beautiful, level, fenced-in backyard. This bright and airy home features tall ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and elegant bay windows in both the living and dining rooms. The stunning living room, complete with a fireplace, wood floors and recessed lighting, leads to a sun-filled den with direct backyard access. The main level also boasts an updated kitchen, inviting dining room, a mudroom, and a private office with a skylight & bookcases. A rare find, the second floor hosts all five bedrooms, including a primary suite w/ a walk-in closet & newer bath. Other features include a staircase to an unfinished attic, a two-car garage with direct entry adjacent to the kitchen, and a partially finished lower level with two rooms, plus a large area for storage. With its thoughtful layout, condition & prime location, place this home on the top of your list!

Neighborhood & Transit

Newton Center

53 Sheldon Rd, Newton · MA 02459

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:
259 days
Listing Price:
$1,849,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$694
Tax Assessment:
$1,314,800 in 2026
Taxes:
$1,062 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,664 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Kitchen
Main Floor, Stone Countertops, Flooring - Hardwood, Dishwasher, Range, Vent Hood, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, 3/4 Bathroom, Walk-in Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
10
Above grade area
2239
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Vinyl / VCT
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Gas, Wall Unit, Active Solar
Heating Zone
1
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Zones
1
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
9,190 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot, Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed, Level
Exterior Features
Patio, Gutters, Fenced Yard

Parking

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

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Shingles, Stone
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
25'2X11'4
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
12'1X11'5
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen dimensions
12'5X10'11
Primary bedroom dimensions
19'9X11'4
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
14'8X12'1
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
14'X10'5
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
11'4X10'11
Bedroom 4 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 5 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
10'3X7'2
Bedroom 5 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
6'3X3'
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
7'10X5'2
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 dimensions
7X5'2
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Listing information

Listing agent
The Margie and Jon Team
Listing office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
MLS PIN #
73478024
Disclosure
Leased Solar Panels. Solar contract in attachments. Heat Pump 2023. Electrical Panel 2024. Gas water heater 2018. Roof approximately 15 years old. See Brokers re 1 separate electric zone in the den & 2 separate electric zones in 2 BR's complimenting the main heat pump.