Welcome to 88 Essex Road, a breathtaking home located on over an acre of land, on a private road in the heart of Chestnut Hill, Newton. This residence features 5+ spacious bedrooms and an open and airy layout. The first floor includes an expansive chef’s kitchen which is open to a bright breakfast area and family room, while the spacious living and dining rooms flow seamlessly to a patio, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. The second floor includes a gracious primary suite, 3 additional ensuite bedrooms and laundry room. The lower level offers a large recreation room, TV/game room and guest bedroom – which are direct walkout to the stunning heated pool and meticulously landscaped grounds with well runoff irrigation system. With elevator access to all floors, and a 2-car garage, this home blends historic charm with modern luxury. Ideally situated near shopping, dining, top schools, transportation, and all that Chestnut Hill and Boston have to offer! Not to be missed.
Listed by Maggie Gold Seelig
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MGS Group Real Estate LTD
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617-645-4999
Last updated September 19, 2025
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Source: MLSPin #73430700
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodChestnut Hill
Bedrooms5
Bathrooms7
Days on Prevu37
Taxes$58,195/year
Size8,750 sqft
Price per sqft$1,109
Amenities
Dishwasher
Private Outdoor Space
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Elevator
Parking
Swimming Pool
Location
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Listing History
09/15/2025
Listed by MGS Group Real Estate LTD
$9,700,000
Property Details for 88 Essex Road
Association
Amenities
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Exterior
Construction
Roof: Shake
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Year Built: 1880
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Architectural Style: Victorian, Carriage House
Construction Materials: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground, Pool - Inground Heated, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Integrated Pest Management, Fruit Trees, Garden, Invisible Fence, Stone Wall, ET Irrigation Controller
Features
Fencing: Fenced, Invisible
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Pool Features: In Ground, Pool - Inground Heated
Pool Private: Yes
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Measurements
Building Area Total: 8,750
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Lot Size Acres: 1.07
Lot Size Area: 1
Lot Size Square Feet: 46,500
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: S:63 B:031 L:0002A,699748
Tax Annual Amount: $58,195.00
Tax Assessed Value: $5,962,600.00
Tax Year: 2024
Interior
Features
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Stone / Slate
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Finish - Sheetrock, Wired For Sound, Internet Available - Broadband, High Speed Internet, Elevator
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Parking Total: 6
Schools
Elementary School
Elementary School: Bowen
High School
High School: Newton South
Middle or Junior School
Middle Or Junior School: Oak Hill
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Has Cooling: Yes
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Gas Dryer, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Water Source: Public
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