42 Bow Rd, Newton, MA, 02459
About This Home
This exceptional new construction is just 8/10 of a mile from Newton Centre's train & shops and 1/10 mile to Bowen Elementary/ playground. Welcoming bright foyer leads to spacious dining room connecting to gourmet kitchen with Miele high end appliances, custom cabinets, large pantry and oversized waterfall quartz island! Formal living room has water pipes below floor - if first floor bedroom suite needed, conversion could be done. Fireplaced family room has coffered ceilings and custom shelving. This five bedroom home, all with en suite baths has to be seen to be appreciated. Primary suite has double walk in closets, fireplace and spa-like bathroom w/ radiant heated floors. Basement has separate entrance along w/ a full bed/bath, another half bath, second laundry room, a gym and huge great room. Finished 3rd floor has huge space for add'l playroom/office. Large patio and 12K+ sq ft yd. Home set back from street allowing for a sanctuary feel. Highly rated schools and easy to show!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2025
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Flooring - Hardwood,Second Floor
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom5
- Features: Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Features
- Recessed Lighting,Bonus Room,Exercise Room,Great Room
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Flooring - Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Master Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,996
- Finished area above ground: 5,527
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,523
- Total interior livable area: 7,523 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Features: Yes
Master Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 701459
- Zoning: SR3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio,Sprinkler System
Lot
- Lot size: 0.28 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- 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
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- 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 | $17,687 | $212,244 |
| Home Insurance * | $671 | $8,052 |
| Property Taxes | $2,828 | $33,936 |
| Electricity | $1,483 | $17,801 |
| Total | $22,669 | $272,028 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | Price change | $3,724,999 |
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $3,725,000 |
| 2026-04-29 | Listing removed | $3,725,000 |
| 2026-03-18 | Price change | $3,725,000 |
| 2026-01-30 | Listed for sale | $3,985,000 |
| 2026-01-21 | Listing removed | $3,985,000 |
| 2025-11-13 | Price change | $3,985,000 |
| 2025-10-10 | Price change | $4,175,000 |
| 2025-09-04 | Listed for sale | $4,350,000 |
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