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$3,395,000

3 Cedar St Newton, MA 02459

5 beds
5 full, 1 partial
5,296 sqft
0.3 acres
$641 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3 Cedar St

Stunning, just-renovated 5/ 6 bedroom, 5.5 bath home in prime Newton Centre blends timeless elegance with modern luxury. A grand foyer leads to formal living and dining rooms, as well as a dramatic family room featuring a soaring stone fireplace. The chef’s kitchen features quartz countertops, high-end appliances, dual sinks, and a large island—perfect for entertaining. The main level features a private office, full bath, mudroom, and 2-car garage. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a serene space with a spa-like bath and walk-in closet, plus three additional bedrooms (one en-suite), laundry facilities, and a full bath. The finished walk-out lower level has a bedroom with an ensuite, office/gym, playroom, game room, and half bath. Enjoy outdoor living on a spacious deck and paved patio, with yard access available from the kitchen, office, and family room. Located near Newton Centre & Highlands, in the sought-after Mason-Rice and NSHS/NNHS districts—this turnkey gem is not to be missed!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size5,296 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built1997
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved
MLS #73355980
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bathroom - Half, Bathroom, Home Office, Exercise Room, Play Room, Game Room, Central Vacuum
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved
  • Exterior: Balcony / Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Sprinkler System, Lighting
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $3,395,000
  • Price/SqFt: $641
  • Annual Tax Amount: $23,212
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: Walnut Street or Centre Street to Mill Street to Cedar Street. Commonwealth Avenue to Cedar Street.
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Living Area: 5,296 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73355980
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Sumner Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (617) 990-4870
  • Listing Agent: Allison Avramovich

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 17, 2024
Home Sold
$2,600,000
Jul 01, 2004
Home Sold
$1,700,000
Dec 02, 1997
Home Sold
$789,000
Feb 25, 1997
Home Sold
$738,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$2,378,300$23,212
2023$2,188,800$22,282
2022$2,026,700$21,321
2021$1,912,000$20,573
2020$1,912,000$19,961
2019$1,856,300$19,398

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

10

Mason-Rice Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

149 Pleasant St

7

Cabot Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

229 Cabot St

6

Ward Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

10 Dolphin Rd

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 $171,154. The majority of Newton, MA residents have income $200k+ annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

3%
<35k
18%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
44%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

19%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
42%
Married, No Kids
36%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
18%
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 3 Cedar St

The listing price of 3 Cedar St property is $3,395,000.

The property 3 Cedar St is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02459.

Active Listing: 3 Cedar St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 3 Cedar St are: Mason-Rice Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Cabot Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ward Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), F. A. Day Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Thomas Edison K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lyon Upper 9-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $23,212 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 17, 2024 for $2,600,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 3 Cedar St has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 3 Cedar St is 5,296 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3 Cedar St is 1997.

This home is located at 3 Cedar St in Newton, MA and zip code 02459 in the Newton Centre neighborhood. This 5,296 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,395,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Newton, MA there were more than 37 sold above asking price, over 33 sold below and more than 7 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Newton, MA between May and June 2025 decreased by 2.3%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $1,572,444, while the average time on the real estate market was 28 days.

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

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