#73356326, Hossein Bayat, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
$3,150,000 List price
55 Hillside Ave Newton, MA 02465
6 beds
4 full, 1 partial
4,027 sqft
0.3 acres
$782 / sqft
House
Property details
About 55 Hillside Ave
This exquisitely restored Victorian masterpiece offers a perfect blend of historic charm and contemporary sophistication where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. Set on a sprawling 11,000 sf lot in the highly sought-after West Newton Hill neighborhood. Fully renovated in 2025 with all new systems. With meticulous attention to detail, this home offers stunning chevron-patterned flooring, state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, open floor plan with 9 ft ceilings, curved windows and arched foyer. Thoughtfully designed spa-inspired bathrooms elevate daily living, while a private second-floor balcony overlooks the lushly landscaped backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Wired EV charging station in the garage. Ideally located within walking distance of Pierce Elementary, the commuter rail, and a variety of boutique shops & fine dining. This exceptional home presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history infused with modern refinement.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,027 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.25 Acres
Year built1880
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73365942
Garage1 space
FireplaceLiving Room, Master Bedroom
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Interior: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Mud Room, Bathroom, Home Office
- Fireplace: Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Exterior: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, ET Irrigation Controller
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $3,150,000
- Price/SqFt: $782
- Annual Tax Amount: $17,925
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Hillside Avenue runs between Otis Street and Austin Street.
- Year Built: 1880
- Living Area: 4,027 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.25 Acres
- MLS Number: 73365942
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Capital Realty Group
- Office Phone: (508) 395-8333
- Listing Agent: Michael Lord
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2024 | Home Sold | $1,575,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,836,600 | $17,925 |
| 2023 | $1,700,700 | $17,313 |
| 2022 | $1,574,700 | $16,566 |
| 2021 | $1,485,600 | $15,985 |
| 2020 | $1,485,600 | $15,510 |
| 2019 | $1,442,300 | $15,072 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Peirce Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•170 Temple St
9
Franklin Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•125 Derby St
7
Burr Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•171 Pine St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $126,852. Most Newton, MA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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 Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Sports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 55 Hillside Ave
The listing price of 55 Hillside Ave property is $3,150,000.
The property 55 Hillside Ave is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02465.
Active Listing: 55 Hillside Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 55 Hillside Ave are: Peirce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Burr Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), F. A. Day Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), John W. McDevitt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watertown High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $17,925 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 18, 2024 for $1,575,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 55 Hillside Ave has 6 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 55 Hillside Ave is 4,027 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 55 Hillside Ave is 1880.
This home is located at 55 Hillside Ave in Newton, MA and zip code 02465 in the West Newton neighborhood. This 4,027 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,150,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Newton, MA there were more than 29 sold above asking price, over 27 sold below and more than 2 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Newton, MA between March and April 2025 increased by 29.5%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $1,502,556, while the average time on the real estate market was 32 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.