Off Market

8 Lakewood Rd, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02461

$3,880,000
Price
7
Beds
3
Baths
4121
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1920
Lot size: 0.61 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $942 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

On the market for the first time in 65 years, this elegant home overlooking Crystal Lake comes with a distinctive family history and has been a tranquil family oasis for generations. Nestled on over 1/2 acre of level land just across from the beach & bathhouse, the site is one of Newton's most coveted locations, and presents a rare opportunity. This is one of a handful of homes with over 25,000SF of land & open water views of Crystal Lake. With 4121sf of living space consisting of 15 RMs, 7 BRs and 3 baths, plus 1739sf of unfinished basement, this home offers a chance to renovate to taste and grow into the home over time. With 26,780sf of land, there is room to expand up to 8800sf or add a large carriage house for an in-law or work-from-home space. Boat & swim, then walk for ice cream. Even ice skate, but grab your thermos of coffee. This is a golden opportunity to live alongside a beautiful & beloved Newton landmark, rich with natural splendor.

Neighborhood & Transit

Newton Highlands

8 Lakewood Rd, Newton · MA 02461

Nearby transit

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

  • Newton Highlands Green 0.15 mi

Price Insight

Days on Market:
1403 days
Listing Price:
$3,880,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$942
Tax Assessment:
$2,160,500 in 2022
Taxes:
$1,894 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
4,121 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Main Floor, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, 3/4 Bathroom, Walk-in Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
15
Above grade area
Unknown
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Unit Control
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Individual
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Fuses

Exterior Features

Lot Size
26,780 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot, Paved Drive, Other (See Remarks), Level, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
Porch - Screened, Garden Area, Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Gutters, Screens

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Detached
Off Street Parking
Unknown

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame, Brick
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 dimensions
13'1X27'8
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Crown Molding
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
13'1X15'8
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Chair Rail, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Kitchen dimensions
23'1X11'9
Primary bedroom dimensions
13.2X19.4
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
13.2X12.2
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
13.2X12.3
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
12.9X9.10
Bedroom 4 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 level
Third Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
16'2X13'4
Bedroom 5 features
Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
5.6X8
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
5.11X7.7
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 3 level
Third Floor
Bathroom 3 dimensions
7X6
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead

Listing information

Listing agent
Ed Lyon
Listing office
Preservation Properties
MLS PIN #
73047518
Disclosure
See Listing Broker. Likely knob & tube present. Information herein is not guaranteed or warranted and should be verified by any person who is looking at this property to purchase.