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81 Brackett Rd, Newton, MA

Newton · MA 02458

$2,650,000
Price
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
6260
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1941
Lot size: 0.47 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $463 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Mini-Split, AC

About this home

Located at the quiet turn of Brackett Road in the Ward School area, this magnificent Tudor home was built for elegant entertaining, and improved to accommodate abundant family life. The gracious foyer is flanked by a formal dining room and living room that leads to a handsome study. Stunning Pella windows complement the masterful woodwork and gleaming hardwood floors. The kitchen anchors the home and provides room for informal gatherings that flow to the rear yard and large adjacent family room. It provides two working stations 2 of everything: dishwashers, ranges + set of sinks. Large island, counter and dining area seating. The second level has FIVE bedrooms, including the primary suite with its large marble full bath PLUS a paneled second floor office + kid's homework space that links 2 bedrooms. The lower level! What fun! Room enough for a gym, a game room + a fabulous bar. It is beautifully finished and a perfect extension of living area. Convenient mudroom. Direct entry garage.

Neighborhood & Transit

Newton Centre, Newton Corner

81 Brackett 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:
196 days
Listing Price:
$2,900,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$463
Tax Assessment:
$3,129,600 in 2026
Taxes:
$2,527 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
6,260 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Kitchen
Main Floor, Upgraded Cabinets, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Second Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Stone Countertops, Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Other (See Remarks)
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Full Bathroom, Custom Built Closet/Cabinets, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
14
Above grade area
5120
Flooring
Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Marble, Hardwood
Lead paint
Yes

Utilities

Heating Type
Ductless Mini-Split System, Central Heat, Unit Control
Heating Zone
5
Cooling
Ductless Mini-Split System, Central Air
Cooling Zones
5
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Lot Size
20,347 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive
Exterior Features
Patio, Fenced Yard, Other (See Remarks)

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Attached
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 dimensions
23X15
Living room features
Fireplace, Ceiling - Beamed, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
18X15
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
33X15
Family room features
Fireplace, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen dimensions
22X15
Primary bedroom dimensions
23X15
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
16X15
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
15X14
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
12X10
Bedroom 4 features
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 5 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
15X10
Bedroom 5 features
Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
15X13
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Skylight, Hot Tub / Spa
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Listing information

Listing agent
Steinmetz RE Professional Grou
Listing office
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS PIN #
73505180
Disclosure
1999 Lead Paint inspection-acceptable range per report. See attached. Spa tub has never been used by current owners. Extra low simmer on stove tops not working. Fireplaces have not been used by current owners.