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Property Description
Experience the perfect blend of classic charm and modern living in this four bedroom, two and a half bath, center entrance Colonial. The home boasts an expanded kitchen featuring custom maple cabinetry with granite countertops and a large center island with seating for 6. Imagine gathering in the elegant dining room or relaxing by the gas fireplace on a winter's day in the gracious living room. An office or playroom and a half bath complete this floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom with ensuite bath provides a peaceful retreat and has a spacious walk-in closet. On this level are another large bedroom with cathedral ceiling, two additional well-proportioned bedrooms, and full bath, which offer plenty of room for family and guests. The bonus room in the basement is perfect for a home gym, playroom or a cozy den. Enjoy the fenced yard with a stone patio and sit by the fire pit on a cool autumn evening. Great location close to schools, shops, public transportation, parks and highways.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 21 Sheldon Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,740,000
- Taxes: $13,080 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73341830
- Added to Site: 323 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Marble Flooring, First
- Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Bathroom with Tub and Shower, Stone/C, Second
- Bathroom 3: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Second
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Yes, 11.92 x 19.00, Second, 226 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, 13.17 x 15.08, Second, 198 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 3: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, 11.83 x 12.42, Second, 146 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 4: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, 14.42 x 15.25, Second, 219 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Hardwood Flooring, Crown Molding, 11.75 x 24.17, First, 283 Sq. Ft.
- Family Room: Wall-to-Wall Carpet, 14.50 x 14.67, Basement, 212 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Pantry, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Upgraded Cabinets, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, 13.75 x 21.58, First, 296 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, 11.75 x 24.17, First, 283 Sq. Ft.
- Office: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, 8.58 x 15.33, First, 131 Sq. Ft.
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Color: Tan
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Location
- Area: Newton Center
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: Route 9 East or Hagen Rd to Sheldon Rd
School Information
- Elementary School: Countryside
- Middle School: Brown
- High School: Newton South
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Dual
- Cooling Zones: 2
- Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Central, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Heating Zones: 3
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range, Connection for Electric Oven, Connection for Electric Dryer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
- Roof: Slate
- Drive-In Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Square Feet: 2,699
- Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
- Living Area: 2,699 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Dimensions: .18
- Frontage: Public
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Level
- Fencing (Description): Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $644.68
- Tax Amount: $13,080
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Contract
Disclosures and Reports
- Exclusions: Washer And Dryer Negotiable
- Disclosures/Rstr.: French drain and dry well added in back yard in 2008. Minor seepage in the unfinished part of basement during very rains. Living area and room measurements are approximate and were measured by DHM. Bathroom fan will be repaired or replaced. Steam shower function doesn’t work.
- Property ID: S:81 B:039 L:0003, 704708
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Schools
Schools serving 21 Sheldon Rd
School District:Newton School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bowen Elementary School 280 Cypress Street, Newton, MA 02459 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Countryside Elementary School 191 Dedham Street, Newton, MA 02461 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Oak Hill Middle School, Newton, MA 130 Wheeler Road, Newton, MA 02459 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Newton South High School 140 Brandeis Road, Newton, MA 02459 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 21 Sheldon Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/25/2025
Sold
$1,740,000
6.81%
MLS
3/05/2025
Listed
$1,629,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
21 Sheldon Rd, Newton, MA 02459 (MLS# 73341830) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,740,000 on April 25, 2025. This property was listed by Deanna Salemme from our Brookline-Newton-Chestnut Hill Regional Office.Want to learn more about 21 Sheldon Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newton? You can browse all Newton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.



