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245 Woodward Street
Newton, MA
5 Beds 5.5 Baths 6119 Square Feet
Stunning, renovated 1905 brick country estate with slate roof offers timeless elegance and modern luxury, in the heart of Waban. This architectural gem boasts over 6119 sq ft of finished living space, featuring 5 bedrooms, 5.5 updated bathrooms, set on ¾ of an acre of manicured grounds with large brick patio, mature trees and plantings offering privacy and a truly idyllic setting, plus plenty of room for a future pool. Soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, sun-filled
rooms, pocket doors, front and back staircases, custom moldings and millwork, three fireplaces, abundant windows, media room, 400-amp electrical, natural gas heat and cooking, smart home technology and more.
Magnificent stone wall with pillars greet you as you stroll down walkway past rolling lawn to the formal front entrance. Enter the impressive foyer which can take you to either the formal living room with stunning fireplace and windows overlooking front and back yards, and cozy window seat, or to the fireplaced dining room with bow windows and plenty of space for formal entertaining, with French glass pocket doors leading to the family room with wainscoting 2-story vaulted ceiling and built-in entertainment center. Off of the living room is the spectacular sunroom with French doors leading outside and a wall of floor to ceiling built-ins. Custom cherry kitchen and large breakfast room surrounded by oversized windows
offer serene views of the outstanding yard. Mudroom can be entered directly from the 2-car garage or the backyard. The first floor offers a seamless from one spacious living area to the other, ideal for both everyday family living and entertaining.
Second floor boasts 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, sun-splashed landing for office or reading area, and laundry room. Primary suite offers spacious bedroom with abundant windows, gas fireplace, and custom built-ins and private adjoining room ideal for home office, nursery, or gym. Elegant primary bathroom with double sinks, glass enclosed shower with steam, oversized soaking tub, separate toilet room and walk-in closet. There are 2 additional bedrooms that offer private ensuite bathrooms, and a 3rd bedroom connects to a bathroom as well.
Descend the back staircase down to the main floor and then on to the finished basement for real fun with a spacious recreation room with built-ins, a wet bar, a full bathroom, and a media room for movie viewing or serious video gaming.
The 2-car attached garage is complemented by a 3rd covered space and ample driveway parking. Located in the coveted Zervas School district, this impeccably maintained home blends historic charm with countless thoughtful updates. Close to Waban center and Newton Highlands, Green line MBTA, and only minutes to Boston. A truly exceptional offering.
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Meet Me
Realtor
Top 1% of BHHS Network
Luxury Collections Specialist
Corporate Relocation Specialist
Chairmans Circle platinum Award Winner
Benna Lynch Rondini works with buyers and sellers in Massachusetts, specifically in Needham, Newton, Wellesley, Brookline and surrounding communities with the renowned Berkshire Hathaway Commonwealth Real Estate. Benna’s clients range from first time home buyers to those searching for a multi-million-dollar home in the greater Boston area.
By listening to her clients wants and needs, she partners with them to find just what they are looking for, even seeking off-market opportunities to get them into that most desirable neighborhood. On the sell side, Benna works with clients to price their home appropriately and to market it strategically to maximize the number of potential buyers through the home and obtain the highest price for the sellers in the shortest amount of time.
Prior to her successful career in real estate, Benna was a Certified Public Accountant and a Management Consultant for many years. She now brings that strong business experience to help her clients navigate real estate transactions. Benna’s achievements were recognized early in her career, being named Rookie of the Year in her first year in the business.
Benna has strong ties to Needham and the surrounding communities. With the exception of a brief stint in Europe, Benna has lived in Needham for the majority of her life, growing up in town and graduating from the Needham public schools. She currently lives in Needham with her three children, and is involved in various organizations around town.
Benna has been awarded as one of Boston magazine's Top Real Estate Producers™ of 2024. She's featured in the Real Estate Experts section.
Testimonials
“We were first-time home buyers, and the process initially felt somewhat daunting. Benna dud a fantastic job of making us feel at ease throughout the process. We initially met Benna at an open house very early on in our homebuying process and she was incredibly patient with us as we started to figure out what towns we wanted to narrow in on and what sort of house we were looking for. During the initial phases, she was a great resources for getting us acquainted with the homebuying process, and at no point did we feel pressure from her to move forward more quickly. She as constantly looking for the perfect home for us, sending us listings that fit our requirements. When going to open houses, she did a great job explaining and showing us the various things to focus on. Whether it was answering questions about street appeal or what a good water heater brand was, she always had a helpful answer for us. The home that we ultimately ended up buying was an off-market home that she was able to find for us. We truly couldn't have done it without her. We would happily recommend Benna to anyone looking for a home, particularly a first-time buyer like us. Thank you Benna!”
“Benna made me feel that I was her top priority, and was always in touch during the process. Her attention to detail in the staging and promotion, plus her negotiations, make me feel I had the best possible outcome I could have hoped for!”
"Benna was a joy to work with! As first-time home buyers, we felt supported each step of the way and Benna was very helpful in answering all of our questions and providing useful details.
We loved working with Benna and will definitely work with her again in the future."
"Benna Lynch Rondini is an excellent broker and consummate professional. She is knowledgeable and works tirelessly for her clients. I have had the pleasure to partner with Benna on more than one occasion. Selling and buying a house can be a stressful experience. Benna alleviates that stress and makes the experience enjoyable. I trust her judgment and highly recommend her."
"Benna is an incredible broker with great knowledge about the Needham market. She made sure we knew about every house in our range as early as possible and she helped position us well in a crowded and competitive market to have our offer accepted on a hot home. We would highly recommend Benna for your house search!"
"I found Benna Rondini to be an exceptional agent. She exhibited an exceptional knowledge of the process. In addition, she continually kept us informed of the status of the sale of the house. She provided outstanding guidance throughout the process of preparing the house for sale. I would highly recommend Benna to anyone looking to sell their home. She was very patient and understanding of our concerns"
In The
2025
Benna Lynch Rondini is a top-performing real estate expert within the global Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices network, consistently earning Platinum and Gold awards and appearing regularly on the Top Producer’s list.
2022
Boston Magazine Top Producer Award 2022
Benna Lynch Rondini’s reputation as an expert realtor and trusted advisor has propelled her to the top 1 percent of the Berkshire Hathaway network and to the rank of number one agent in the Chestnut Hill office.
2024
Benna Lynch Rondini’s reputation as an expert realtor and trusted advisor has propelled her to the top of the global Berkshire Hathaway network. Lynch Rondini is consistently a Platinum and Gold award winner and a regular on the Top Producer’s list.
October 15, 2020
Hot Property: Medfield unit made for working at home
Take the convenience of a condo, the curb appeal of a circa-1800 historic home, and the laid-back suburbia of Medfield and you’ll get the gut-renovated 396 Main St.
2023
Boston Magazine Top Producer Award 2023
She is consistently a Platinum and Gold award winner, and a regular on the Top Producer’s list. Lynch Rondini draws on her experience as a former CPA and management consultant to navigate and negotiate complex transactions for clients and to secure them on and off-market opportunities.
March 20, 2020
Brookline single-family a dramatic do-over
With its dark facade, ornate roof and dormers, and imposing front porch, it certainly strikes a pose. That’s only a hint of what’s to come inside the 1900 home, thoroughly renovated in 2016.
