Nestled in the sought-after Islington Peninsula neighborhood, you will love this 4br home. After a gut reno in 2008, it boasts a low-maintenance exterior and a thoughtfully designed interior with warm, versatile spaces. The eat-in kitchen features a partially vaulted ceiling, double oven, ample storage, and a spacious island. The rare, large dining room with spacious storage provides a welcoming space for gatherings opening to the large family room. The mudroom has a cozy window seat and great storage. The very large primary suite impresses with soaring ceiling and two walk-in California closets. The finished basement offers a playroom, exercise room, and workshop. Outdoor living includes a spacious patio, complete with firepit on a level lot. The garage has direct entry and GarageTek storage system. Located near Burr Elementary, this home is part of a vibrant community known for its “Oval”, Norumbega Park, and fun, coordinated neighborhood holiday lighting. Solar installed in 2018.
— MLSPIN #: 73353537Map of 243 Islington Rd, Newton, MA 02466
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| List Price: | $1,998,000 |
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| Status: | Active |
| MLS ID: | 73353537 |
| Town: | Newton |
| Neighborhood: | Auburndale |
| County: | Middlesex |
| Subdivision: | Islington |
| Zip: | 02466 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Full Baths: | 3 |
| Half Baths: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 3,945 sqft |
| Acres: | 0.2 |
| Taxes: | 18,698 |
| Appliances: | Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Flooring: | Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile |
| Heating: | Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Fireplace(s) |
| Parking Features: | Attached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street |
| Status: | Active |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Year Built: | 1939 |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Window Features: | Insulated Windows |
| Directions: | Commonwealth Ave east of the Marriott, left on Islington, right on Islington, left on Islington |
| Laundry Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup |
| Foundation Details: | Concrete Perimeter |
| Electric: | 200+ Amp Service |
| Construction Materials: | Frame |
| Fireplace Features: | Living Room |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-04-02 |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.2 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 8,910 |
| Fireplaces Total: | 2 |
| Rooms Total: | 10 |
| Architectural Style: | Colonial |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 4 |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Basement: | true |
| Basement: | Partially Finished |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 3,945 |
| Community Features: | T-Station |
| Exterior Features: | Patio |
| Interior Features: | Closet, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Window Seat, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Play Room, Mud Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Open Parking?: | Yes |
| Other Structures: | Workshop |
| Parcel Number: | 690727 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Patio |
| Road Frontage Type: | Public |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Utilities: | for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer |
| Zoning: | SR3 |
| Covered Spaces: | 1 |
| Elementary School: | Burr |
| Exclusions: | 2nd Fridge In Bsmt Stays With House. Garage Tek Fixtures Stay With House. |
| Garage Spaces: | 1 |
| High School: | Newton North |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Day |
| Year Built Source: | Public Records |
| Disclosures: | Seller does not pay flood insurance. |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell |
| Color: | Sage |
| Mh:Cooling Zones, Cc:Cooling Zones, Mf:Cooling Zones, Sf:Cooling Zones: | 2 |
| Disclosure: | No |
| Dpr Flag: | No |
| Heat Zones: | 2 |
| Laundry Dimen: | 6X5 |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $506.46 |
| Page: | 64 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $506.46 |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | Yes |
| Original List Price: | $2,100,000 |
| Parking Total: | 2 |
| Room Bathroom1 Area: | 25 |
| Room Bathroom1 Features: | Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink |
| Room Bathroom1 Length: | 5 |
| Room Bathroom1 Level: | First |
| Room Bathroom1 Width: | 5 |
| Room Bathroom2 Area: | 63 |
| Room Bathroom2 Features: | Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce |
| Room Bathroom2 Length: | 9 |
| Room Bathroom2 Level: | Basement |
| Room Bathroom2 Width: | 7 |
| Room Bathroom3 Area: | 110 |
| Room Bathroom3 Features: | Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead |
| Room Bathroom3 Length: | 11 |
| Room Bathroom3 Level: | Second |
| Room Bathroom3 Width: | 10 |
| Room Bedroom2 Area: | 209 |
| Room Bedroom2 Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double, Window Seat |
| Room Bedroom2 Length: | 19 |
| Room Bedroom2 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom2 Width: | 11 |
| Room Bedroom3 Area: | 156 |
| Room Bedroom3 Features: | Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead |
| Room Bedroom3 Length: | 13 |
| Room Bedroom3 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom3 Width: | 12 |
| Room Bedroom4 Area: | 132 |
| Room Bedroom4 Features: | Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead |
| Room Bedroom4 Length: | 12 |
| Room Bedroom4 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom4 Width: | 11 |
| Room Dining Room Area: | $238.00 |
| Room Dining Room Features: | Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding |
| Room Dining Room Length: | 17 |
| Room Dining Room Level: | First |
| Room Dining Room Width: | 14 |
| Room Family Room Area: | 323 |
| Room Family Room Features: | Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting |
| Room Family Room Length: | 19 |
| Room Family Room Level: | First |
| Room Family Room Width: | 17 |
| Room Kitchen Area: | 266 |
| Room Kitchen Features: | Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant |
| Room Kitchen Length: | 19 |
| Room Kitchen Level: | First |
| Room Kitchen Width: | 14 |
| Room Living Room Area: | 276 |
| Room Living Room Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding |
| Room Living Room Length: | 23 |
| Room Living Room Level: | First |
| Room Living Room Width: | 12 |
| Room Master Bathroom Features: | Yes |
| Room Master Bedroom Area: | 441 |
| Room Master Bedroom Features: | Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double |
| Room Master Bedroom Length: | 21 |
| Room Master Bedroom Level: | Second |
| Room Master Bedroom Width: | 21 |
| Security Features: | Security System |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $1,908,000 |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Year Built Details: | Renovated Since |
| Insulation Feature: | Polyicynene Foam |
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MLS Property Information Network, Inc. data last updated on April 18, 2025 08:54 PM
Property Last Updated: April 13, 2025 11:15 AM
Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Realty
Listing Agent: Bill J Paulson
781-929-2453
