Active
27 Days on market
56 Cynthia Rd Newton — Photo 1 of 25
Recent Drop: $392,000
$2,850,000$2,458,000
$2,458,000
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.
Immersive Experience
Market Value Analysis
This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →This Property$315/sqft
Local Avg (Newton)$584/sqft
46% 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
$2,458,000
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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