179 Woodcliff Rd, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461 • Newton Highlands
$1,152,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,476
Sq Ft
$780
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
1926
Year Built
2
Parking
19
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jan 28, 2025 • MLS# 73329996 Copied! • Updated Mar 5, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $950,000
Final Sale Price: $1,152,000
Difference: +$202,000 (+21.3%)
Performance Metrics
121.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $644
Sale $/sq ft: $780
This property sold for $780 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 21.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 26 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$780/sq ft
Area Median
$545/sq ft
Difference
+43.1%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Welcome to 179 Woodcliff Rd, a 1926 Tudor Revival brimming with character and exquisite wood details, lovingly owned by the same family since 1969. Nestled on a picturesque lot in the coveted Newton Highlands neighborhood, this home offers a premier location near parks, shopping, the Green Line T, and just steps from elementary, middle, and high schools. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, the home boasts spacious rooms and an inviting layout, perfect for restoration or modernization. The unfinished basement and walk-up attic provide possibilities for expansion, while a former garage on-site offers potential for rebuild. Enjoy serene moments on the charming screened-in porch, ideal for relaxing in comfort. This is a unique opportunity for developers or end users to create a masterpiece tailored to their vision while preserving the home's historic charm. Don't miss your chance to transform this classic Newton MA single-family into your dream home! - OFFERS DUE MONDAY 2/3 @ 5:00 PM

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Property History

Market Insights

47.2%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73569224
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Aug 27, 2026
$1,800,000
MLS #73569224 - Active
Sold
Mar 5, 2025
$1,152,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
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Listed for Sale
Jan 28, 2025
$950,000
Original listing
Agent: Sherwood & Company Team Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,919 $811,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,919
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$811,400

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1926
Living Area 1,476 sq ft
Lot Size 0.14 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Concrete
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Microwave, Range, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $7,919
Assessed Value $811,400
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Limited Knowledge Other Then: 2018 Roof, 2005 Heating System. *** Rock Solid Offer Deadline Monday 2/3 @ 5:00 Pm (make Offers Good For 24 Hrs) ***
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Does not include attic, basement or porch
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 21 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1926
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,476 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Concrete
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Microwave, Range, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1926
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
1.8 mi
Grades K-08
Chestnut Hill School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Newton Country Day School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-12
Brimmer + May School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Learning Prep School
2.7 mi
Grades 02-12
Dearborn Academy School
2.7 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
2.8 mi
Grades K-06
Fessenden School
3.0 mi
Grades K-09
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
0.6 mi | #23 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
649 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
0.8 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.2 above state avg
713 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
2.8 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
3.0 mi | #11 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
2.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
0.7 mi | #5 of 346 | Score: 77.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
+19.7 above state avg
1,898 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton North High School
2.0 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.3 above state avg
2,096 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 Highlands

179 Woodcliff Rd, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sherwood & Company Team
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM352103
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Mar 5, 2025 6:48 PM EST
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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