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20 Boulder Rd, Newton, MA, 02459

5beds
6baths
7,000sqft
$3,999,000
$571price/sqft
$25,609/moest. monthly cost
$1,024,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Located on a quiet Newton Centre cul-de-sac, this custom-built stone-front Contemporary Colonial offers approx. 7,000 sq ft on a level lot with 5 oversized en-suite bedrooms, including a first-floor guest suite. The second floor features a primary suite with Juliet balcony, fireplace, and spa bath with onyx tile, heated floors, steam shower, and Maxx Jacuzzi, plus two additional en-suite bedrooms and a laundry room. A private top-floor 5th en-suite also includes a Maxx Jacuzzi. Designed with a great layout for family gatherings and entertaining, highlights include rare full-masonry stone-and-brick front exterior, covered patio with real masonry fireplace, mahogany doors, arched dining room windows, and dramatic cast-iron staircase with loft overlook. Fredrick Ramond & Feiss lighting, surround sound, cedar closet, and 3-car heated garage. Heated lower level with 8.5' ceilings, 4 egress windows, and plumbing for future bath. Close to Chestnut Hill Shopping Center, and top rated schools.

Getting Around

20
WalkingCar-Dependent
23
TransitMinimal Transit
35
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
9/10
10/10
Newton South High SchoolGrades 9-120.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2011

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame,Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial,Contemporary
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Laundry Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Second Floor

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Radon Remediation System,Concrete,Unfinished

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Level: First

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Level: First

Bathroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Upgraded, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Second

Bedroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Main,First

Bedroom5

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Third

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 6
  • Full bathrooms: 5
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Main,First

Family Room

  • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Main,First

Features

  • Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Lighting - Pendant,Office,Bathroom,Foyer
  • Door features: French Doors,Insulated Doors
  • Window features: Skylight,Picture,Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace features: Family Room,Master Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 7,000

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Hydro Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 7,000
  • Total interior livable area: 7,000 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Level: Main,First

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Main,First

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Yes

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony - Exterior, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Steam / Sauna, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Level: Second

Office

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 704190
  • Zoning: SR2

Features

  • Patio & porch: Covered
  • Exterior features: Covered Patio/Deck,Balcony,Rain Gutters,Professional Landscaping,Sprinkler System
  • Spa features: Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.51 Acres
  • Features: Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 7
  • Parking features: Attached,Heated Garage,Storage,Garage Faces Side,Insulated,Oversized,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Hurricane
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $20,221$242,652
Home Insurance *$767$9,204
Property Taxes $3,241$38,892
Electricity $1,380$16,564
Total$25,609$307,308
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$878,022/yr
40% on housing$768,270/yr
45% on housing$682,906/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.5%
0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$571This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02459$609
Middlesex County$437

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02459$585
Middlesex County$413

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-16Price change$4,195,000
2026-03-26Listed for sale$4,290,000
2009-07-22Sold$660,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAlpha Group
BrokerageCompass

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