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Listing broker remarks

West Newton ~The Richards House ~This handsome Queen Anne Victorian offers 5 bedrooms & a thoughtful blend of architectural beauty & modern updates. A lovely front porch welcomes you, where the heart of the home is the cook’s kitchen, featuring a spacious island with seating, custom cabinetry, Wolf appliances, including a double oven, quartz counters, & access to patio & gardens. The kitchen opens to a family room with cathedral ceiling, both with radiant floors, along with the living room with decorative bay windows, parlor with fireplace & beautifully appointed dining room with French doors, creating an easy flow for gatherings. A 1/2 bath completes this floor. The 2nd level offers 3 generous bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with dressing room/office, plus laundry & family bath. The 3rd includes a study, 2 additional bedrooms & full bath. This coveted W. Newton location provides easy access to Peirce Elementary, Newton North, W. Newton Village, Commuter Rail & Mass Pike.— Hammond Residential Real Estate

Key details

  • 3,848 sq ft
  • 7,500 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1877 built
  • $619 / sq ft
  • $21,970 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠5⁠5⁠4⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
22 Regent St.
Town
Newton, MA
ZIP
02465
Deed (Bk/Pg)
1284 / 111

Historic designations

National Register
Richards House · includes NWT.F

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Neighborhood: Newton

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.