$1,050,000
2
Beds
2/1
Baths
2,003
Living Area
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Property Description
Nestled in the heart of Newton and within close proximity to Newton Centre, Chestnut Hill and The Street, #74 Ober Road offers true countryside living. Designed by the famous architect, HH Richardson, this property has over 2000 square feet of living space and is located on 5 acres of park-like grounds. Enter through the courtyard to a cathedral and beamed ceiling living/dining room with a wood-burning fireplace, and views of the private back deck and expansive lawn, trees and wildlife. There is a recently renovated, eat-in kitchen, a family room with a custom mirrored bar, a half-bath, and a recently updated laundry/storage/mudroom. Up the graceful, winding stairs are two generous bedrooms, one with a fireplace, both with bathrooms and custom-designed closets.This unique and special property has been meticulously cared for and updated by its present (and only the fourth) owner. There is a detached garage parking space, extra storage, and additional parking in front of the building.
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Highlights
- Acres: 5
- Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control
- HOA Fee: $1,471
- Property Class: Residential
- Stories: 2
- Unit Number: 74
- Status: Closed
- Building Name: Bigelow House Condominium
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Parking Spots: 2
- Property Type: Condominium
- Total Rooms: 7
- Year Built: 1890
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Additional Details
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Features: Courtyard, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Storage, Decorative Lighting, Fruit Trees, Garden
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- SqFt Source: Public Record
- Year Built Details: Actual, Certified Historic
- Year Converted: 1981
- Basement: Y
- Exclusions: Glass Sconces In Primary; Sconces Over Dining Table And In Family Room. Chandelier In Family Room.
- Fireplaces: 3
- Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
- Roof: Shingle
- Total Number of Units: 5
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Zoning: Mr3
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Amenities
- Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
- Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Deeded, Barn, Off Street, Common, Paved
- Covered Parking Spaces: 1
- Security Features: Other, Security System
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Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
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Fees / Taxes
- Assessed Value: $931,400
- HOA Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- Taxes: $9,482
- HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Tax Year: 2023
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