$4,500,000

20 Birch Hill Rd Newton, MA 02465

5 beds
6 full, 1 partial
6,000 sqft
0.7 acres
$750 / sqft
House

Property details

About 20 Birch Hill Rd

Luxurious Colonial Revival home, offering the ultimate in style, comfort & prestige, situated on a bucolic 3/4 acre of manicured gardens & land. This spacious & elegant home features 6,000 SF interior with 5 bedrooms (all ensuite baths), 6.5 bathrooms, totally updated kitchen with top of the line appliances (Sub Zero,Miele,Wolf), & a large central workspace with granite top & cascades of light throughout.There are glass folding doors from the kitchen to a lovely deck for entertaining & outdoor dining. Next to the home is a 2 bay garage with a lower basement area for storage. There is a media room that opens to the back terrace. On the lower level is a Lap Pool Room with a heated swim in place pool, next to a full bath/steam room.This exceptional property has incorporated the finest elements of the present while maintaining the architectural integrity of the past. Located on a Cul-De-Sac it is close to shops, schools,transportation,trains, MA Pike etc.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Other
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size6,000 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.71 Acres
Year built1898
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73388985
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceDining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Washer/Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior: Sun Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Exterior: Porch, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall, ET Irrigation Controller
  • Architectural Style: Colonial Revival
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Other
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • List Price: $4,500,000
  • Price/SqFt: $750
  • Annual Tax Amount: $33,341
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Level
  • Directions: Off Highland Avenue. Birch Hill is a Cul-De-Sac
  • Year Built: 1898
  • Living Area: 6,000 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.71 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73388985
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
  • Office Phone: (617) 969-2447
  • Listing Agent: Sheri Flagler

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 15, 1993
Home Sold
$806,250

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$3,416,100$33,341
2023$3,163,100$32,200
2022$2,928,800$30,811
2021$2,763,000$29,730
2020$2,750,800$28,718
2019$2,643,100$27,620

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Cabot Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

229 Cabot St

7

Horace Mann Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

225 Nevada St

7

Peirce Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

170 Temple St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $126,852. The most common annual income of people living in Newton, MA is between $100k-200k. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

17%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
26%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
34%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Brooks BrothersBrooks Brothers

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • SportsSports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 20 Birch Hill Rd

The listing price of 20 Birch Hill Rd property is $4,500,000.

The property 20 Birch Hill Rd is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02465.

Active Listing: 20 Birch Hill Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 20 Birch Hill Rd are: Cabot Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Horace Mann Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Peirce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), F. A. Day Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watertown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lyon Upper 9-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $33,341 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 15, 1993 for $806,250 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 20 Birch Hill Rd has 5 bedrooms and 6 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 20 Birch Hill Rd is 6,000 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 20 Birch Hill Rd is 1898.

This home is located at 20 Birch Hill Rd in Newton, MA and zip code 02465 in the Newtonville neighborhood. This 6,000 square foot home, which was built in 1898, sits on a 0.71 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,500,000.

While more than 44 listings in Newton, MA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 12 listings sold at asking price, and more than 46 were sold below. In May 2025 in Newton, MA there were 15.5% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025 median list price was $1,550,400 and the average listing age was 31 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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