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#73371330, Peter Cote, Listing Office: Redfin Corp.
$1,699,000 List price
56 W Boulevard Rd Newton, MA 02459
$10,000
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3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,668 sqft
0.2 acres
$637 / sqft
House
Property details
About 56 W Boulevard Rd
Charming 1940s brick Tudor style home with only two owners—don’t miss your chance to become the third! This 3BR, 2.5BA house features original details like subway tile, natural woodwork, and original wood floors and moldings. Enjoy all-day sun in the wraparound yard , a large mahogany deck, and organic landscaping that blooms spring–fall, including a strawberry patch and Concord grapes. Inside includes a formal dining room with custom built-ins, a sunroom overlooking gardens, a full kitchen, and a finished basement. Two bonus rooms offer space for guests, offices, or a pantry. Ample storage in the attic, finished crawl space, and garage. Located on a one-block street with driveway parking for three and on-street parking. Walking distance to Ward Elementary and Bigelow Middle schools, multiple places of worship, the Green Line T, Newton Center, and nearby restaurant and bakery on Commonwealth Ave. Easy access to Mass Pike. A rare find that blends character, charm, and convenience.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingSteam, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,668 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.24 Acres
Year built1941
ParkingAttached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
MLS #73353189
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceLiving Room
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Den
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Exterior: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Garden
- Architectural Style: Tudor
- Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,699,000
- Price/SqFt: $636
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,289
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Ward to to West Boulevard Rd.
- Year Built: 1941
- Living Area: 2,668 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.24 Acres
- MLS Number: 73353189
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Hammond Residential Real Estate
- Office Phone: (617) 731-4644
- Listing Agent: Michael Rothstein
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2003 | Home Sold | $720,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,361,600 | $13,289 |
| 2023 | $1,235,000 | $12,572 |
| 2022 | $1,143,500 | $12,030 |
| 2021 | $1,078,800 | $11,608 |
| 2020 | $1,078,800 | $11,263 |
| 2019 | $1,047,400 | $10,945 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Ward Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•10 Dolphin Rd
10
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•149 Pleasant St
7
Cabot Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•229 Cabot 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 $125,000. Most Newton, MA residents have annual incomes $200k+. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
15%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
34%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
22%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
40%
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
13%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
14%
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 56 W Boulevard Rd
The listing price of 56 W Boulevard Rd property is $1,699,000.
The property 56 W Boulevard Rd is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02459.
Active Listing: 56 W Boulevard Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 56 W Boulevard Rd are: Ward Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mason-Rice Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Cabot Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Bigelow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Thomas Edison K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mary Lyon K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Newton North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lyon Upper 9-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,289 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 29, 2003 for $720,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 56 W Boulevard Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 56 W Boulevard Rd is 2,668 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 56 W Boulevard Rd is 1941.
This home is located at 56 W Boulevard Rd in Newton, MA and zip code 02459 in the Newton Centre neighborhood. This 2,668 square foot home, which was built in 1941, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,699,000.
Over 29 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Newton, MA. In the same period over 27 listings were sold below the listed price and 2 listings were sold for the listed price. In April 2025 in Newton, MA there were 29.5% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 32 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,502,556.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.