About this home

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 chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, premium appliances, and a generous center island. The kitchen opens to a charming wraparound farmer's 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 Newton's most desirable neighborhoods.

Facts and features

Schools

• Bigelow Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 0.4 mi

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• Underwood Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.5 mi

  9

• Newton North High School

  high · 9-12 · 1.6 mi

  10

• Mt Alvernia High School

  middle · 7-12 · 0.7 mi

• Ward Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.6 mi

  8

• Mount Alvernia Academy

  elementary · K-6 · 0.8 mi

Price history

• Oct 15, 2026 · Listed$2,895,000
• Jun 6, 2024 · Sold$2,725,000
• May 13, 2018 · Listing Removed$2,249,000
• Apr 27, 2018 · Price Changed$2,249,000
• Apr 3, 2018 · Listed$2,299,000
• Jun 18, 2013 · Sold$1,175,000
• Apr 2, 2013 · Price Changed$1,249,000
• Mar 27, 2013 · Price Changed$1,299,000

Tax history

• 2026$24,295 tax · $2,507,200 assessed
• 2024$20,369 tax · $2,087,000 assessed
• 2023$19,490 tax · $1,914,500 assessed
• 2022$18,649 tax · $1,772,700 assessed
• 2021$17,995 tax · $1,672,400 assessed
• 2020$17,460 tax · $1,672,400 assessed
• 2019$16,752 tax · $1,603,100 assessed
• 2018$16,364 tax · $1,512,400 assessed

Home value

$2,717,256

• Quantarium$2,717,256
• Cotality$2,668,500
• Collateral Analytics$2,849,000

Where it is