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29 Merrill Rd, Newton, MA, 02459

$7,800,000

5 Bedrooms
6 Full Baths, 2 Partial
10,607 SqFt
$735/SqFt
House
Schools Nearby

Location

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Insulated, Paved Drive, Paved
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built2007
HeatingRadiant, Humidity Control, Natural Gas, Other, Active Solar
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Unit(s)
BasementYes
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room
MLS #73228343
Lot Size0.96 Acres
StatusActive

About 29 Merrill Rd

Sited on almost an acre in the ultimate Newton Centre location, this amazing 2007-built residence is being offered for the first time. It is the first LEED silver certified home built in New England with a focus on sustainability. An entertainer's dream featuring truly oversized rooms, a well-appointed kitchen and an enormous deck, ideal for al fresco gatherings. A first level bedroom suite is perfect for aging in place or longer term guests. On the second level is the tranquil primary suite with a deck, en suite bath & 2 dressing rooms, plus another large bedroom suite. There are 3 second level offices, one off a private staircase, allowing ample space to work from home and flexibility for creating adtl. bedrooms. The third level has two bedroom suites & a bonus room. Impeccably finished, the lower level has a huge media room, wine storage, a full bath & the gym, storage rooms & the state of the art systems. Outside, beautiful landscaping ensconces a large yard. Direct entry garage.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Shingle
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Living Area: 10,607 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Listing Agent: Matt Montgomery Group

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Bamboo, Stone / Slate, Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Marble
  • Interior: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wet bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Sun Room, Office, Home Office, Exercise Room, Media Room, Bathroom, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Balcony / Deck, Porch, Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Insulated, Paved Drive, Paved

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Cul-De-Sac, Level
  • Lot Size: 0.96 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Radiant, Humidity Control, Natural Gas, Other, Active Solar
  • Cooling: Central Air, Multi Unit(s)

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Newton North High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Bigelow Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • John Ward, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: At end of cul-de-sac; Merrill is near the southwest corner of Hammond and Ward

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $7,800,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $735/SqFt

Agent Commission:

  • Buyer's Agent Commission: 2.5

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $72,801
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Newton, MA.

Med. Sold Price

$1.4M

Med. Price/SqFt

$552

Avg. Days On Market

26

# of Sold Homes

66

29 Merrill Rd vs Newton

9 DAYS ON ROCKET

-17 Days

$7,800,000

+$6.3M More

$735/SqFt

+$182 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $6.3M more than the Median Sold Price and $182/SqFt more than other homes in Newton, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73228343

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Listing Agent: Matt Montgomery Group

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Nov 05, 2003Home Sold
$3,950,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$72,801$6,765,900
2020$70,636$6,765,900
2019$68,644$6,568,800
2018$66,802$6,173,900
2017$64,767$5,824,400

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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6
/10
  • John Ward

  • 10 Dolphin Rd

  • 0.26 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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7
/10
  • Bigelow Middle School

  • 42 Vernon St

  • 1.14 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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8
/10
  • Newton North High School

  • 457 Walnut St

  • 1.53 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $117,742. Residents of Newton, MA typically earn $200k+ each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 29 Merrill Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 29 Merrill Rd property is $7,800,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 29 Merrill Rd is a house located in Newton, Massachusetts, 02459.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 29 Merrill Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 29 Merrill Rd are:
John Ward: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Bigelow Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Newton North High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $72,801 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on November 5, 2003 for $3,950,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 29 Merrill Rd has 5 bedrooms and 6 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 29 Merrill Rd is 10,607 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 29 Merrill Rd is 2007.
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Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Middlesex County›Newton›02459›29 Merrill Rd

This home is located at 29 Merrill Rd in Newton, MA and zip code 02459 in the Newton Centre neighborhood. This 10,607 square foot home, which was built in 2007, sits on a 0.96 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2024 and is currently priced at $7,800,000.

In April 2024 more than 31 listings in Newton, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 31 were sold below. The number of listings in Newton, MA increased by 14.2% between March 2024 and April 2024. In April 2024 median list price was $1,445,200 and the average listing age was 26 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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