23 Donna Road, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$812,500
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,186
Sq Ft
$372
Price/Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
1957
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
165
Days on Market
Sold 2005 Listed Apr 22, 2005 • MLS# 70177943 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $959,000
Final Sale Price: $812,500
Difference: $146,500 (-15.3%)
Performance Metrics
84.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
165
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $439
Sale $/sq ft: $372
This property sold for $372 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 15.3% below the original asking price.

At 165 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$372/sq ft
Area Median
$476/sq ft
Difference
21.9%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Quality built oversized custom brick ranch in fabulous Oak Hill neighborhood. 3 BD, 3 BA, spacious Kitchen w/breakfast area. 2 fireplaces, C/A, central vac, sec system, 2 car Garage with direct entry, finished L/L, huge screened porch overlooking fenced in yard with heated inground pool. Newer roof. Lovingly maintainedby one owner. GLA does not include finished basement. There is a one year home warranty included in the sale.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

49.2%
Price Range
152
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73601080
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Nov 11, 2026
$1,599,000
MLS #73601080 - Active
✓
Sold
Nov 21, 2005
$812,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 152
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Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2005
$859,000
Original listing
Agent: Janet Edsall - Fields Office: RE/MAX First Realty, Inc.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2005 $7,277 $767,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,277
Tax Year 2005
Assessed Value
$767,600

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1957
Living Area 2,186 sq ft
Lot Size 0.27 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Finished, Garage Access, Sump Pump
Laundry Closet - Cedar, In Basement
Features Den, Central Vacuum, Sauna/steam/hot Tub

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio - Enclosed, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard
Pool In Ground
Spa Hot Tub / Spa, Private
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Enclosed
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $7,277
Assessed Value $767,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Association Required No
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Hardwood Floors Under Carpet
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Brick
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 152 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1957
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,186 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Den, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Finished, Garage Access, Sump Pump
Laundry: Closet - Cedar, In Basement
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1957
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 6
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 6
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio - Enclosed, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Enclosed
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Frontage: 105.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room
Pool: Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa/Hot Tub: Yes
Spa Features: Hot Tub / Spa, Private
Community Amenities: Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s)
School District
Newton School District local
A+
✓ School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
↓ 5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Solomon Schechter Day School
1.4 mi
Grades K-08
Brimmer + May School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Newton Country Day School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-12
Dearborn Academy School
3.4 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
3.4 mi
Grades K-06
Learning Prep School
3.8 mi
Grades 02-12
Fessenden School
4.0 mi
Grades K-09
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
0.6 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.5
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.3 above state avg
698 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
0.7 mi | #25 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 12 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
654 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
3.1 mi | #22 of 352 | Score: 60.9
Improved 48 spots from last year
+2.7 above state avg
451 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
3.9 mi | #13 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 38 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
830 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
4.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
0.6 mi | #6 of 346 | Score: 77.7
Improved 19 spots from last year
+19.5 above state avg
1,865 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton North High School
3.0 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.8
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.6 above state avg
2,055 students Diverse
20 sports • 3,076 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

Newton Center

23 Donna Road, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

Listing Information

Listing Agent Janet Edsall - Fields
Listing Office RE/MAX First Realty, Inc.
Office Phone 617-244-4499
Agent MLS ID BB301745
Office MLS ID BB1831
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 9:29 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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