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19 Forest Street, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461
$1,150,000
Est. $6,795/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,346
Sq Ft
$490
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1890
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 12, 2019 • MLS# 72517769 Copied!

About this home

Welcome Home to this beautiful, sun-filled Victorian-style with a gorgeous first floor family room overlooking fenced-in backyard, hardwood floors & large windows throughout. Lovely kitchen with bay window and adjoining dining area with sliders to new deck. The second floor features 3/4 bedrooms, office and laundry, as well as master bedroom and bath with skylights and soaking tub. Charming low-maintenance yard great for family gatherings or just relaxing featuring stone work, plantings and water features . Fantastic location within walking distance to Green Line, as well as the lovely shops and restaurants in Newton Highlands.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner GOLDFLESS STEPHEN J
Mailing Address 19 FOREST ST, NEWTON HGLDS, MA, 02461

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning SR2
Style Old Style

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,525,400
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $16,642
CPA Surcharge 2% ($311)
Estimated Annual Tax $16,953

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $930,700 $594,700 $1,525,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Feb 24, 2021 $1 77050/559

Municipal Context: NEWTON

Median Home Value $1,350,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $13,970
Residential Tax Rate $10.91/1000
CPA Surcharge 2%
County Middlesex
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,346 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,095,000
Final Sale Price: $1,150,000
Difference: +$55,000 (+5.0%)
Performance Metrics
105.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $467
Sale $/sq ft: $490
This property sold for $490 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$490/sq ft
Area Average
$664/sq ft
Difference
26.1%

This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1890
Living Area 2,346 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Second Floor, Washer Hookup
Features Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio, Balcony, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $9,357
Assessed Value $895,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Office
Windows:
Basement: Full, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Second Floor, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio, Balcony, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

19 Forest Street, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Newton School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Newton Country Day School
1.8 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Learning Prep School
2.0 mi
Grades 02-12
Campus School at Boston College
2.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Dearborn Academy School
2.3 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
2.3 mi
Grades K-08
Brimmer + May School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Jackson School
2.4 mi
Grades K-06
Fessenden School
2.5 mi
Grades K-09
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
1.2 mi | #23 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
649 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
1.4 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.2 above state avg
713 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
2.4 mi | #11 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
2.5 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
2.3 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
1.3 mi | #5 of 346 | Score: 77.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
+19.7 above state avg
1,898 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.5 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.3 above state avg
2,096 students Diverse
20 sports • 3,076 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

42.2%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73498095
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Currently Listed
Apr 8, 2026
$1,895,000
MLS #73498095 - Active
Sold
Aug 1, 2019
$1,150,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Jun 12, 2019
$1,095,000
Original listing
Agent: The Varano Realty Group Office: Keller Williams Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 8, 2026 Sold $1,895,000
Jun 12, 2019 New Listing Added $1,095,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$490

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $9,357 $895,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,357
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$895,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Varano Realty Group
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty
Agent MLS ID TM309737
Office MLS ID AN0875
Listing Data Updated Aug 1, 2019 9:33 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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