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Listing broker remarks

Why settle for shared walls when you could have a home of your own? Completely reimagined and gut-renovated, this exceptional West Newton residence offers approximately 2,850 square feet of beautifully finished living space across three levels. Thoughtfully redesigned and expanded, the home seamlessly blends the character of an established Newton neighborhood with the comfort, efficiency, and sophisticated finishes of new construction.The extensive renovation includes an expanded second level featuring a stunning primary suite with a private bath, a brand-new kitchen, beautifully appointed bathrooms, new flooring, new windows, a new roof, HardiePlank siding, and all-new systems throughout. The fully finished lower level provides valuable additional living space, ideal for a family room, home office, gym, or media room.The transformation continues outdoors with a newly paved driveway, professional landscaping complete with an irrigation system, handsome stonework enhancing the front exterior, and a new patio and deck directly off the kitchen, creating a wonderful setting for indoor-outdoor entertaining and everyday enjoyment. Bright, beautifully finished, and thoughtfully designed from top to bottom, this truly turnkey home is ideally situated in sought-after West Newton, near Wellington Park, with its fenced playground and space for dogs to fetch balls. Convenient to West Newton Square, restaurants, shopping, parks, schools, public transportation, the commuter rail, and major commuting routes. Everything has been done, simply move in and enjoy. Some photos virtually staged.— Century 21 North East

Key details

  • 2,600 sq ft
  • 5,950 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1948 built
  • $728 / sq ft
  • $8,295 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠8⁠9⁠4⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
17 Kilburn Road
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02465
Deed (Bk/Pg)
83866 / 221

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Neighborhood: Newton

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.