Property Map
Street View
Courtesy of Insight Realty Group, Inc., The Ultan and Caitlyn Team.
Description
This stunning notable residence is situated on a beautifully maintained 5-acres of land and offers over 2000 sq feet of living space. Originally part of the grand estate of Dr. Henry Jacob Bigelow and one of the last designs by famed Victorian architect HH Richardson, the property retains its unique architectural features with modern amenities. Inside you’ll find intricate moldings, expansive high ceilings, and large, elegant windows that flood the space with natural light. With 2 beds, 2.5 baths, lookout office nook, and large sunroom, the unit offers a spacious, open floor plan, ideal for contemporary living, while still honoring the timeless beauty of its origins. Nestled in a tranquil, tree-lined setting, this home provides the perfect blend of privacy and proximity to Newton’s vibrant community, with convenient access to local amenities and Boston. You will not want to miss this piece of history, as 80 Ober Road feels like home.
Property Details and Features
Building
- Living Area: 2346
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1890
- Building Area Total: 2346
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Construction Materials: “Frame”
Cooling
- Cooling: “Central Air”
- Cooling Included
Property Access
- Road Frontage Type: “Private Road”, “Dead End”
- Road Surface Type: “Paved”
Appliances & Equipment
- Appliances: “Electric Water Heater”, “Dishwasher”, “Trash Compactor”, “Microwave”, “Range”, “Refrigerator”, “Washer”, “Dryer”
Bathrooms
- 2 full bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
- 2.5 total bathrooms
- 3 total bathrooms
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: “Patio”
- Patio And Porch Features: “Patio”
Fireplaces
- Fireplace Included
Floors
- Flooring: “Wood”, “Carpet”, “Hardwood”, “Parquet”
Foundation
- Foundation Details: “Stone”
Garage
- 1 garage space
- Garage Included
Heating
- Heating: “Baseboard”
- Heating Included
Home Owner’s Association
- Association Fee: $1,714
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Available
Lot
- Lot Size Acres: 5
- Lot Size Area: 5
- Lot Size Square Feet: 217965
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Parcel Number: S:82 B:015B L:0002D,706294
Parking
- Parking Features: “Detached”, “Storage”, “Paved Drive”, “Off Street”, “Assigned”, “Deeded”, “Paved”
- Parking Total: 2
- 1 covered space
- Open Parking
Property
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Zoning: MR3
- Attached Property
Roof
- Roof: “Shingle”
Schools
- High School: Newton South
- Middle Or Junior School: Oak Hill
- Elementary School: Memorial Spauld
Sewer
- Sewer: “Public Sewer”
Taxes
- Tax Annual Amount: 12757
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Electric: “200+ Amp Service”
- Utilities: “for Gas Range”, “for Gas Oven”
- Water Source: “Public”