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281 Ward St Newton, MA 02459

57 Days on Boston Pads
Price Reduced $51,000
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$2,499,000
5 Beds
4 Baths
3800 SQFT
0.17 Acre
HOA: N/A
281 Ward St
Newton, MA 02459

Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a welcoming farmer’s porch, designed to offer modern luxury and timeless charm. The chef’s kitchen, featuring two sinks, dual dishwashers, an island with a built-in microwave, Subzero refrigerator, and Thermador stainless steel appliances, opens to the dining room with a built-in bar, wine cooler, and cabinetry, as well as to the family room with a fireplace and access to the deck. The living room, with custom built-ins and an elegant tray ceiling, offers a great space to unwind and relax. An office and full bath complete the first floor. Upstairs are three bedrooms with double closets, a family bathroom with double sinks and a separate shower room, and a primary suite with a walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite bathroom. The lower level walkout includes a bedroom, full bath, office, and playroom, perfect for extended family or an au pair. Over 9’ceilings on 1st and 2nd, over 8’ in lower level. Lots of natural light.

Property Overview

Property Details click or tap to expand

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X14
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Refrigerator - Wine Storage, Vent Hood, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X14
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floor Plan, Wine Chiller

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X16
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet - Walk-in, Double Vanity, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Hot Tub / Spa
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12X12
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Closet - Double, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12X12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Closet - Double, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 12
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X16
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Crown Molding, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15X16
  • Family Room Level: First Floor
  • Family Room Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck - Exterior, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Laundry Room Features: Full, Walk Out

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 4
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bidet, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Amenities

  • Golf Course
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Hot Air Gravity, Oil, Unit Control
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Dryer, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Carport, Detached, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 3800
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1922
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Detached,
  • Foundation Info: Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Shared Drive
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Gutters, Porch, Sprinkler System
  • Road Type: Public

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73293530
  • Last Updated: 11/15/24
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

Property History click or tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
11/03/2024Active$2,499,000$658MLSPIN
10/30/2024Price Change$2,499,000$658MLSPIN
09/27/2024Active$2,550,000$671MLSPIN
09/23/2024New$2,550,000$671MLSPIN
06/01/2023Sold$1,100,000$626MLSPIN
04/25/2023Under Agreement$1,000,000$569MLSPIN
04/21/2023Active$1,000,000$569MLSPIN
04/17/2023New$1,000,000$569MLSPIN

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Map & Resources

John Ward School

Public Elementary School, Grades: K-5

0.31mi

Mount Alvernia High School

Private School, Grades: 7-12

0.37mi

Boston College Newton Campus

University

0.4mi

Boston College

University

0.4mi

Newton Squash & Tennis Club

Sports Centre. Sports: Tennis

0.37mi

Heartbreak Hill Park at Waban Hill Reservoir

Park

0.38mi

Commonwealth Avenue Historic District

Park

0.4mi

Sumner and Gibbs Street Historic District

Park

0.43mi

Newton Commonwealth Golf Course

Golf Course

0.36mi

Eliott Memorial

Recreation Ground

0.45mi

Rabbi Marshall R. Lifson Library

Library

0.25mi

Centre St @ Cotton St

52

0.42mi

Centre St @ Alderwood Rd

52

0.43mi

Centre St @ Mill St

52

0.43mi

Centre St @ Cotton St

52

0.43mi

Centre St @ Ward St

52

0.44mi

Centre St @ Ward St

52

0.46mi

Seller's Representative: Allison Avramovich, Sumner Realty LLC
MLS ID#: 73293530

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