List Price
decreased
from $899,900
to $889,900
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,197
Sq Ft
Welcome to 137 Russell Road, a charming single family cape nestled in the heart of the highly sought after Village of West Newton. This lovely home boasts 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, an inviting layout and large windows highlighting hardwood floors throughout. The home has many updated systems, Central Air and has great expansion potential. Step outside onto the large landscaped backyard, perfect for barbecues, badminton, croquet, volleyball and wiffle ball. The finished basement offers a full laundry, play and hobby areas and ample storage. The Franklin Elementary School and playground is literally up the street. The home is just minutes to West Newton Square, Auburndale, Newtonville, as well as to Waltham's dining and centers and big-box retail stores. Enjoy this great safe neighborhood and highly rated Newton School System! Open House Saturday 7/19 from 12-1!
Listing By: 
- MLS# 73374141
- Date Listed05/13/2025
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.22 acres (9,600 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1940
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,197 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $743.44
Interior Features
- Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Rain Gutters
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.22
- Lot Size SQFT 9,600.00
- Lot Features Corner Lot, Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $6,743
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
40/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
27/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
51/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
5 nearby routes: 5 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 28/100, Bike Score: 39/100.
Property Change History
Price Per Square Foot
decreased
from $751.80
to $743.44
Property description updated with
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Previous Description:
Welcome to 137 Russell Road, a charming single family cape nestled in the heart of the highly sought after Village of West Newton. This lovely home boasts 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, an inviting layout and large windows highlighting hardwood floors throughout. The home has many updated systems, Central Air and has great expansion potential. Step outside onto the large landscaped backyard, perfect for barbecues, badminton, croquet, volleyball and wiffle ball. The finished basement offers a full laundry, play and hobby areas and ample storage. The Franklin Elementary School and playground is literally up the street. The home is just minutes to West Newton Square, Auburndale, Newtonville, as well as to Waltham's dining and centers and big-box retail stores. Enjoy this great safe neighborhood and highly rated Newton School System! Open House Sunday 6/1 from 12-1!
Updated Description:
Welcome to 137 Russell Road, a charming single family cape nestled in the heart of the highly sought after Village of West Newton. This lovely home boasts 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, an inviting layout and large windows highlighting hardwood floors throughout. The home has many updated systems, Central Air and has great expansion potential. Step outside onto the large landscaped backyard, perfect for barbecues, badminton, croquet, volleyball and wiffle ball. The finished basement offers a full laundry, play and hobby areas and ample storage. The Franklin Elementary School and playground is literally up the street. The home is just minutes to West Newton Square, Auburndale, Newtonville, as well as to Waltham's dining and centers and big-box retail stores. Enjoy this great safe neighborhood and highly rated Newton School System! Open House Saturday 7/19 from 12-1!
Property description updated with
new details
View Changes
Previous Description:
Welcome to 137 Russell Road, a charming single family cape nestled in the heart of the highly sought after Village of West Newton. This lovely home boasts 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, an inviting layout and large windows highlighting hardwood floors throughout. The home has many updated systems, Central Air and has great expansion potential. Step outside onto the large landscaped backyard, perfect for barbecues, badminton, croquet, volleyball and wiffle ball. The finished basement offers a full laundry, play and hobby areas and ample storage. The Franklin Elementary School and playground is literally up the street. The home is just minutes to West Newton Square, Auburndale, Newtonville, as well as to Waltham's dining and centers and big-box retail stores. Enjoy this great safe neighborhood and highly rated Newton School System! Open Houses Saturday 5/17 from 12-1:30 and Sunday 5/18 from 11-12:30!
Updated Description:
Welcome to 137 Russell Road, a charming single family cape nestled in the heart of the highly sought after Village of West Newton. This lovely home boasts 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, an inviting layout and large windows highlighting hardwood floors throughout. The home has many updated systems, Central Air and has great expansion potential. Step outside onto the large landscaped backyard, perfect for barbecues, badminton, croquet, volleyball and wiffle ball. The finished basement offers a full laundry, play and hobby areas and ample storage. The Franklin Elementary School and playground is literally up the street. The home is just minutes to West Newton Square, Auburndale, Newtonville, as well as to Waltham's dining and centers and big-box retail stores. Enjoy this great safe neighborhood and highly rated Newton School System! Open House Sunday 6/1 from 12-1!
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Frequently Asked Questions for 137 Russell Rd
Source: Realty.com
137 Russell Rd, Newton, MA 02465 is a Single Family 1,197 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 34 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $889,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 34 photos of 137 Russell Rd.
Our records indicate that 137 Russell Rd was built in 1940.
The full address for this home is 137 Russell Rd, Newton, MA 02465.
137 Russell Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Tue May 13, 2025
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 28/100, Bike Score: 39/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 137 Russell Rd. Newton Early Childhood Center (Grades: PK - PK), F A Day Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Newton North High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
(tel: 781-893-0808)
Listing agent:
Brian Fitzpatrick
(tel: 781-258-8331)
(#BB801846)
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