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85 Kingswood Rd

Newton, MA 02466

3 beds
3 baths
2,643 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$1,021 per sqft
1935 build
– on site

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Surrounded by Water on Three Sides. A Private Coastal Haven. Discover the magic of a once-in-a-lifetime location — a breathtaking coastal retreat where water embraces the property on three sides. This extraordinary contemporary residence, thoughtfully rebuilt between 1991 and 1992, blends architectural sophistication with a warm, welcoming ambiance. Step inside to a grand living room centered around a dramatic fireplace, with French doors that open gracefully to the backyard. Custom built-ins provide both charm and function, while the adjoining study — with its floor-to-ceiling windows and private exterior entrance — offers a quiet, light-filled escape. Entertain with elegance in the stunning glass-wrapped dining room, crowned by an airy atrium ceiling. Just beyond, a cozy sitting area leads directly to the exterior. The expansive kitchen has a Viking stove and granite countertops. The second level has 3 generous bedrooms and two baths. & a loft. Close to highway & shopping.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / The Kennedy Lynch Gold Team / Hammond Residential Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 2, 2025 •

MLS# 73364398 —

The Building

Year Built:

1935
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Contemporary
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Basement:

Full
Exterior Features:

Deck
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Building Area Total:

2643
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Loft
Living Room Level:

First
Rooms Total:

8
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room Level:

First
Family Room Features:

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

In Basement

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2643
Living Area Source:

Public Record

Location

Directions:

off of Islington Rd
Longitude:

-71.253985
Latitude:

42.354205

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Parcel Number:

S:41 B:027 L:0016,690709
Zoning:

SR3
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.45
Lot Size SqFt:

19482
Lot Size Acres:

0.45
View:

Scenic View(s)
View:

true
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Annual Amount:

27333
Tax Assessed Value:

2789100

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood

Baths

Total Baths:

2.5
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Half
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub
Bathroom 3 Level:

Second
Bathroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false
Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Baseboard
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Burr
Middle Or Junior School:

Day
High School:

Newton North

The Community

Community Features:

Public Transportation
Association:

false
Spa:

false
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Off Street
Parking Total:

2
Garage:

false

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Utility Costs

$326/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/2/25 Jul 2, 2025	Sold	MLSPIN	$2,700,000	-10.0%
5/15/25 May 15, 2025	Pending	MLSPIN	$3,000,000
5/1/25 May 1, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MLSPIN	$3,000,000

House Sold on 7/2/2025

$2,700,000

Listing provided by broker:

The Kennedy Lynch Gold Team

Hammond Residential Real Estate

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85 Kingswood Rd

Newton, MA 02466