Middlesex County and Newton City property record for 181 Dudley Rd, Newton, MA 02459
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,933 sqft · built 1867 |
| Lot Size | 1.98 acres (86,445 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Trust Names on File |
| Tax Bill | $39,854 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jun 2026 Transfer Mar 2022 Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 81051 0007A |
| Primary APN | 81051 0007A |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 3.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 10 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 3,933 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 6,325 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 2,756 sqft |
| Basement Area | 784 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 784 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1867 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1867 |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Exterior Material | Wood Siding |
| Construction Type | Concrete |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 86,445 sqft (1.98 acres) |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Deck Area | Deck Area |
| Tennis Court | Tennis Court |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Account Number | 81051 0007A |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 181 DUDLEY RD |
| City | NEWTON CENTER |
| State | MA |
| Zip | 02459-2884 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | SR1 |
| Legal Block | 51 |
| Legal Lot Number | 7A |
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Township / Civil Division | NEWTON |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2000 |
| Census Tract | 373902 |
181 Dudley Rd is held in a trust since June 2026.
Source: Middlesex County and Newton City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Trust Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 181 DUDLEY RD, NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459-2884 |
| Owner Type | Company |
| Vesting | Trust, Irrevocable Trust |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2026 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Mar 29, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · ARM FIRST REPUBLIC BANK |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 19, 2011 |
| Deed Sale | Jan 19, 2011 |
| Prior Sale | Jan 31, 2008 |
| Deed Document Number | 2011 |
| Deed Book / Page | 56315 / 4 |
| Last Transfer Date | Jun 4, 2026 |
| Transfer Doc | 085695-471 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Recording Date | Jun 4, 2026 |
| Property Address | 181 DUDLEY RD, NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459-2884 |
| Document Number | 085695-471 |
| Book / Page | 85695 / 471 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 4, 2026 |
| Instrument | 202666342 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 29, 2026 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 181 DUDLEY RD, NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459-2884 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON MA |
| Property Address | 181 DUDLEY RD, NEWTON, MA 02459-2884 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Apr 15, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 079893-490 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 29, 2022 |
| Book Page | 79893/490 |
| Instrument | 46772 |
| Name | FIRST REPUBLIC BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | ARM |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Apr 1, 2052 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 2.45% |
| Type Change Date | Apr 1, 2032 |
| Index | 1-Year CMT |
The 2026 property tax bill for 181 Dudley Rd was $39,854, up 3.8% from the year before.
Source: Middlesex County and Newton City assessment roll, as of April 14, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Municipality | Newton City |
| Unified School District | Newton School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $39,854.00 (+3.82%) | $4,112,900 (+5%) Land $3,039,100 Building $1,073,800 | $2,877,482 |
| 2025 | $38,387.00 (+3.42%) | $3,917,000 (+3%) Land $2,894,400 Building $1,022,600 | |
| 2024 | $37,116.00 (+4.12%) | $3,802,900 (+8.6%) Land $2,810,100 Building $992,800 | $2,956,115 |
| 2023 | $35,647.00 | $3,501,700 Land $2,365,800 Building $1,135,900 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 181 Dudley Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 2023.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 10, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 51 policies |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 51 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2023) |
| Most Recent Claim | Aug 2023 · river or lake flooding |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 181 Dudley Rd is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 96% of Massachusetts |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | NEWTON WATER DEPT. (MWRA) serves 88,931 people · EPA ID MA3207000 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from MWRA |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2024 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 2 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 133 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband Cable | 1,500 / 50 |
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 980 / 880 |
May also be available: T-Mobile.
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