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Details
Price
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Source
3/04/2026
Listed
$4,295,000
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Property Description
Step into timeless elegance at 42 Lawrence Road. This stately residence, set on an expansive 1/2+ acre lot in Olde Chestnut Hill, is a masterpiece with its award-winning garden-a tranquil haven of color and beauty. The sweeping staircase greets you in the gracious foyer. The 1st floor offers ideal spaces for entertaining or for quiet hours in front of a fireplace, featuring high ceilings, large windows, & well-proportioned rooms. The living room opens onto a conservatory for year-round gardening, & out to the patio with water feature for warm-weather gatherings. The dining room & study each have a FP. The kitchen has been updated with new wood flooring and stainless steel appliances. The 2d floor has a primary sanctuary with FP, en-suite bath, walk-in closet; 3 add'l BRs; laundry; & 2 add'l shared baths, both renovated 2023-24. You'll find 2 add'l BR, bath & attic space on the 3d floor. Located near the serene Houghton Garden and all that Chestnut Hill offers, this home is a rare find.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 42 Lawrence Rd
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General
- Price: $4,295,000
- Taxes: $25,469 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 73482790
- Updated: 3/4/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1: First
- Bathroom 2: Second
- Bathroom 3: Second
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom: Second
- Bedroom 2: Second
- Bedroom 3: Second
- Bedroom 4: Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Family Room: First
- Kitchen: First
- Dining Room: First
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Location
- County: Middlesex
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Square Feet: 4,874
- Year Built: 1902
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.56
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $25,469
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Rstr.: See feature sheet for list of updates and features. AC 1st and 2nd floors only. 2d floor back BR and BA have electric baseboard heat. Buyers and agents to do own due diligence. Chestnut Hill historic district.
- Property ID: S:63 B:025 L:0002, 699621
Listed by Compass, Donahue Maley and Burns Team and Amy Weed
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Schools
Schools serving 42 Lawrence Rd
School District:Newton School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bowen Elementary School 280 Cypress Street, Newton, MA 02459 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Oak Hill Middle School, Newton, MA 130 Wheeler Road, Newton, MA 02459 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Newton South High School 140 Brandeis Road, Newton, MA 02459 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 42 Lawrence Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 42 Lawrence Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$25,469
4%
$2,598,900
4%
2024
$24,383
4%
$2,498,300
9%
2023
$23,401
5%
$2,298,700
8%
2022
$22,391
4%
$2,128,400
6%
2021
$21,605
3%
$2,007,900
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2020
$20,962
3%
$2,007,900
3%
2019
$20,371
1%
$1,949,400
5%
2018
$20,171
3%
$1,864,200
6%
2017
$19,557
5%
$1,758,700
7%
2016
$18,704
5%
$1,643,600
7%
2015
$17,834
—
$1,536,100
4%
2014
$17,852
—
$1,472,900
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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- 5Total Baths
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- Updated 19 hours ago
- 5Beds
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- Single Family
- Closed
- 6Beds
- 5Total Baths
- 6,943Sq. Ft.
Listed by Alex Lecarme and Kathy Krongel
42 Lawrence Rd, Newton, MA 02467 (MLS# 73482790) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 42 Lawrence Rd is currently listed for $4,295,000 and was received on March 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 42 Lawrence Rd? 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.