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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,555 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.23 Acres
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 2 days ago

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20 Rice St,Newton, MA 02459

20 Rice StNewtonMA02459

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Impressive curb appeal defines this exquisitely renovated 5-bedroom, 3 & a half bath residence located in the heart of Newton Centre. From the wraparound front porch, enter into a gracious foyer & an open floor plan w/ soaring ceilings. The living room features custom built ins & flows into the family room with fireplace & adjacent dining room w/crown moldings. The showstopping kitchen has a large center island, marble countertops, custom cabinetry, & professional grade appliances. Floor to ceiling windows & sliding doors lead to patio & professionally landscaped yard. The 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms incl.a luxurious primary suite w/ walk in professionally designed closet & spa like bath w/ radiant heat. The 3rd floor has 2 more bedrooms, full bath, office, & flexible sitting/play area. The lower level has ample storage. Outside, enjoy lovely gardens w/mature plantings & plenty of play space. There is an oversized garage. Close to shops, public transit, major highways, and top schools.

Full Property Details for 20 Rice St

General

  • Price: $2,795,000
  • Taxes: $17,736 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73471738
  • Updated: 1/26/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 11
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Lighting - Sconce, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Home Office, Bathroom, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Master Bedroom
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Wood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Marble, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 3
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Marble Flooring, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Main, First
  • Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Bathroom Double Vanity/Double Sink, T, Second
  • Bathroom 3: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Second

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Primary Bedroom: Yes, Second
  • Bedroom 2: Closet, Wood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Window Seat, Second
  • Bedroom 3: Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Second
  • Bedroom 4: Closet, Wood Flooring, Recessed Lighting, Third

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Beamed Ceilings, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Wood Flooring, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Main, First
  • Family Room: Wood/Coal/Pellet Stove, Beamed Ceilings, Wood Flooring, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, First
  • Kitchen: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Wood Flooring, Dining Area, Pantry, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Kitchen Island, Exterior Deck, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, First
  • Dining Room: Beamed Ceilings, Wood Flooring, Picture Window(s), Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, First
  • Office: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Third
  • Laundry: In Basement

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

  • Area: Newton Center
  • County: Middlesex
  • Driving Directions: Center Street to Rice Street

School Information

  • Elementary School: Mason Rice
  • Middle School: Brown
  • High School: Newton South

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Zones: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Garage Access
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Square Feet: 3,555
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
  • Year Built: 1910

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: .23
  • Frontage: Public
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $786.22
  • Tax Amount: $17,736
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: Older HVAC system. See attached list of improvements.
  • Property ID: S:61 B:030 L:0003, 698231
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Schools serving 20 Rice St

School District:Newton School District
NameGradesDistance
Mason-Rice Elementary School
149 Pleasant Street, Newton, MA 02459
K-50.4 mi
Charles E Brown Middle School
125 Meadowbrook Rd, Newton, MA 02459
6-81.8 mi
Newton South High School
140 Brandeis Road, Newton, MA 02459
9-121.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 20 Rice St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
1/26/2026
Listed
$2,795,000
86.33%
MLS
5/11/2020
Sold
$1,500,000
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Tax History for 20 Rice St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$17,736
5%
$1,809,800
4%
2024
$16,960
9%
$1,737,700
14%
2023
$15,586
8%
$1,531,000
12%
2022
$14,398
4%
$1,368,600
6%
2021
$13,892
3%
$1,291,100
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2020
$13,479
3%
$1,291,100
3%
2019
$13,099
5%
$1,253,500
8%
2018
$12,520
3%
$1,157,100
6%
2017
$12,139
5%
$1,091,600
7%
2016
$11,610
5%
$1,020,200
7%
2015
$11,070
1%
$953,500
5%
2014
$10,956
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$904,000
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20 Rice St, Newton, MA 02459 (MLS# 73471738) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 20 Rice St is currently listed for $2,795,000 and was received on January 26, 2026. This property is listed by Kennedy Lynch Gold Team from our Chestnut Hill - Hammond Office.Want to learn more about 20 Rice St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newton Center? You can browse all Newton Center real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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