




56 Brookdale Rd, Newton, MA, 02460
About This Home
Pretty sprawling custom built Ranch on a picturesque deep lot with 13,613sf of level yard. With 100 feet of frontage this home has wonderful street presence and curb appeal. Wide driveway with abundant space for 4 cars plus an oversized one car garage, with direct access into an enormous flagstone sunroom featuring built-in pizza oven / BBQ and walls of glass overlooking the huge, private back yard with a large corner storage shed. Inside you'll find a custom layout with 3673 sq ft of living space, featuring a huge living room with marble faced fireplace and a large bow window with window seat. There is an oversized foyer to greet guests and two nice coat closets. The kitchen has a distinct mid century modern vibe with updated appliances and a large box window over the sink for your favorite plants. The kitchen has a large area for a breakfast table or homework station, and there is a separate 20 foot long dining room for your extended family & friends holiday feasts. Sliders to a 28' heated sunroom with 9 foot sliding doors that bring the outside in, creating a unique & intimate experience. 3 generous bedrooms, all with double closets or more, complete the main level. The lower level is a real gem, containing 1547sf of extra finished living space. There is a bonus kitchen and bath, as well as an office that could become the 4th bedroom with a window/window well for egress. That would make the lower level close to compliance with the ADU requirements of the City of Newton. The rest of the space is wide open, and contains a playroom, game room with wet bar, and a family room with a large fireplace. There is a separate, direct egress from the lower level to the rear yard. Walkable to schools, city swimming pool, and more. 15 minutes to downtown. Come see this lovely home on a quiet street near Albemarle Field and invite your friends over to watch the 251st edition of the 4th of July fireworks.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame,Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher,Second Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Flooring - Laminate,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Sink,In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 68
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Basement
- Area: 52.5
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 150
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 150
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,Basement
- Area: 210
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Wet Bar, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 247
Features
- Wet bar,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Storage,Closet - Double,Lighting - Overhead,Archway,Game Room,Play Room,Office,Foyer,Kitchen,Sun Room,Central Vacuum,Wet Bar
- Window features: Picture,Insulated Windows,Storm Window(s),Screens
- Flooring: Tile,Laminate,Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,547
- Finished area above ground: 2,126
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Oil,Electric,Passive Solar
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,673
- Total interior livable area: 3,673 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Pantry, Exterior Access, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 187
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Window Seat
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 307.5
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Master Bedroom
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 186
Office
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Closet - Double
- Level: Basement
- Area: 203.5
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0021 B:0016 L:0013,684442
- Zoning: SR3
- Exclusions: Seller Furnishings.
- Foundation area: 2126
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio,Storage,Sprinkler System,Screens,Fenced Yard,Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
- Frontage length: 100.00
Lot
- Lot size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Oversized,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- 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
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,548 | $78,576 |
| Home Insurance * | $272 | $3,264 |
| Property Taxes | $1,047 | $12,564 |
| Electricity | $724 | $8,691 |
| Total | $8,591 | $103,092 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Pending sale | $1,295,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000 |
