For sale

$2,649,000

45 Rowena Rd, Newton, MA 02459

6beds

4,500sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1939

10,386 Square Feet Lot

$2,569,700 Zestimate^®

$589/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Steam showerHigh-end craftsmanshipLarge private deep backyardPremium materialsQuiet tree-lined streetSeparate air-jetted soaking tubSpa-inspired baths

Located on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of Newton Center’s most desirable neighborhoods, this beautifully renovated brick home offers exceptional walkability. Just two houses from Weeks Playground and ~15 minutes to Newton Centre, Newton Highlands MBTA, and Crystal Lake.Gut renovated in 2023 with high-end craftsmanship, premium materials, and abundant natural light throughout. Features 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms with a flexible, spacious layout, plus two sets of washers and dryers.Spa-inspired baths include a steam shower and a separate air-jetted soaking tub. Enjoy a large, private, deep backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.Rare turnkey luxury in a prime Newton Center location.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 5

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup

Features

Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
Flooring: Engineered Hardwood
Doors: Insulated Doors
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 4,500
Total interior livable area: 4,500 sqft
Finished area above ground: 3,500
Finished area below ground: 1,000

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Paved
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 3

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio

Lot

Size: 10,386 Square Feet

Details

Foundation area: 1200
Parcel number: S:62 B:016 L:0041,698867
Zoning: SR3

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1939

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, T-Station
Subdivision: Newton Center

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $589/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,982,600
Annual tax amount: $19,429
Date on market: 3/18/2026

Estimated market value

$2,569,700

$2.44M - $2.70M

$8,280/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/18/2026	Listed for sale	$2,649,000$589/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73487980 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$19,429 +3.4%	$1,982,600 +3%
2024	$18,787 +61.2%	$1,924,900 +68.2%
2023	$11,652 +4.5%	$1,144,600 +8%
2022	$11,149 +3.6%	$1,059,800 +6%
2021	$10,758 +3.1%	$999,800
2020	$10,438 +2.9%	$999,800 +3%
2019	$10,144 +4.5%	$970,700 +8.2%
2018	$9,703 +3.1%	$896,800 +6%
2017	$9,408 +4.6%	$846,000 +7%
2016	$8,998 +4.9%	$790,700 +7%
2015	$8,580 +0.6%	$739,000 +5%
2014	$8,526 +5.5%	$703,500
2013	$8,083 +2.9%	$703,500
2012	$7,858 +4%	$703,500 +1.5%
2011	$7,556 +2.6%	$693,200 -2%
2010	$7,363 +2.4%	$707,300 -2%
2009	$7,188 +2.7%	$721,700
2008	$7,000 -1.5%	$721,700 -5.3%
2007	$7,107 +2.7%	$761,700 +3%
2006	$6,922 +3.7%	$739,500 +5%
2005	$6,677 +1.5%	$704,300 +9.2%
2004	$6,580 +4.6%	$645,100 +12%
2003	$6,290 +9.9%	$576,000
2002	$5,725 +5.5%	$576,000 +28.1%
2000	$5,425 +4.8%	$449,800 +9.9%
1999	$5,178	$409,300