Property Details
Basic Information
- Property SubType: Single Family Residence
- Property Style: Colonial, Victorian
- MLS Number: 73590868
- Mls Status: New
- List Price: $2,895,000
- Date Listed: 10/14/2026
- Description: 40 Shornecliffe Road offers an exceptional opportunity to own a turnkey Colonial in Newton Corner. Original architectural details, including crown moldings and beautiful stained glass, have been carefully preserved, showcasing a level of craftsmanship and character rarely found in newer construction. A grand foyer welcomes you into an elegant main level featuring gracious living and dining rooms, two fireplaces, and a spectacular chefās kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, premium appliances, and a generous center island. The kitchen opens to a charming wraparound farmerās porch, inviting effortless indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs, six bedrooms across the second and third floors include a spacious primary suite with a spa-like bath, dressing room, and walk-in closet, offering exceptional flexibility for guests and home office needs. The finished lower level provides additional versatility with a media room, game room, and bar, ideal for entertaining or everyday enjoyment. Recent improvements, including a new heating system and hot water heater in 2025, offer added peace of mind. Outside, a fully fenced backyard with low-maintenance turf creates an inviting setting for outdoor living. A detached two-car garage with convenient access to a mudroom completes the offering. A beautifully balanced home where classic architecture meets modern comfort, ideally located in one of Newtonās most desirable neighborhoods.
Building
- Acreage: 0.25
- Square Feet: 4,370
- Year Built: 1897
- Zoning: SR1
- Rooms: 10
- Foundation: Other
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Town: Newton
Finance
- Taxes: $24,295
Interior Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full Baths: 4
- Half Baths: 1
Basement
- Basement: Full, Partially Finished
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Wet Bar
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Utilities and Appliances
Utilities and Appliances
- Utilities: For Gas Range
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood
- Appliances Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood
Community
Amenities
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Other Amenities: Basement, Fireplace, Golf