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56 Cynthia Rd Newton — Photo 1 of 25

56 Cynthia Rd Newton — Photo 1 of 25

Recent Drop: $401,000

$2,850,000
$2,449,000

$2,449,000

56 Cynthia Rd, Newton, MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 — Newton Center

Beds

6

Baths

4.5

SqFt

7,794

Style

Single Family

Built

1955

Prime Newton South Location, this renovated home offers an ideal floor plan and is just minutes from top-rated schools. The main level of living space flows seamlessly and offers direct access to the back deck as well as a 2nd master bedroom on the first floor. Upstairs, you will find multiple bedrooms including a beautifully renovated Master Bathroom. The fully finished lower level offers even more living area for guests, recreation, or work-from-home setups, complete with a cedar walk-in closet and Sauna. Outdoors, the private backyard is a true retreat, featuring a custom koi pond, a block-and-paver patio with fire pit, and a direct gas line for your grill. Generous storage areas throughout. EV charger in the garage. Solar Panels are paid off! This house has everything! the seller will consider all offers above $2,480,000.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$314/sqft
Local Avg (Newton)$571/sqft
45% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Newton, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$2,850,000
Annual Taxes$21,632

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street8

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms12
Fireplaces4
FlooringWood, Tile
BasementFull, Sump Pump

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Baseboard
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame, Stone
Roof--
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningSR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.23
SqFt Lot10,009
Lot FeaturesOther

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf

Geography

Property History

Price Drop
$2,449,000

Was $2,458,000

Sep 9, 2026

MLS® 73559756

Price Drop
$2,458,000

Was $2,475,000

Aug 27, 2026

MLS® 73559756

Price Drop
$2,475,000

Was $2,495,000

Aug 18, 2026

MLS® 73559756

Price Drop
$2,495,000

Was $2,850,000

Aug 13, 2026

MLS® 73559756

Listed
$2,850,000

Aug 5, 2026

MLS® 73559756

Sold
$1,850,000

Nov 15, 2025

MLS® 73436820

Listed
$1,999,000

Sep 29, 2025

MLS® 73436820

Population

18,449

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$228K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

17.3%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 7,794 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 10,009 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Sean Rose

Listing Office: City Realty Group

MLS® Number: 73559756

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