255 Adams Avenue, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465 • West Newton
$1,525,000
Est. $8,117/month
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,375
Sq Ft
$452
Price/Sq Ft
0.28
Acres
1900
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
61
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73366560

About this home

A rare great value offering the best of both worlds—a beautifully maintained, move-in ready home paired with exceptional expansion potential on a hard-to-find rectangular, level 12,000+ sq ft lot. This property features a 3,375 sq ft, 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with soaring ceilings, a 2-car garage, an in-ground swimming pool with cabana, a wide driveway, and the possibility for a significant private yard. The kitchen features excellent cabinet space, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a large dining area. The home's flexible layout includes a first floor bedroom with adjacent full bath and a finished walk-out lower level with full bath. Whether you enjoy it as it is or explore the many possibilities this expansive lot offers, the value-add opportunity is undeniable. Perfectly situated in a prime West Newton neighborhood close to West Newton Square, the commuter rail with service to Fenway and Downtown Boston. A unique chance to enjoy now and grow into over time.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,800,000
Final Sale Price: $1,525,000
Difference: $275,000 (-15.3%)
Performance Metrics
84.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
61
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $533
Sale $/sq ft: $452
This property sold for $452 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 15.3% below the original asking price.

The property spent 61 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,375 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Office, Exercise Room, Bonus Room, Bathroom
Laundry Features
Walk-in Storage, In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground, Cabana, Storage, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Patio
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Pool Features
In Ground
Private Pool
Yes
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.28 acres
Lot Size
12,341 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2800
Lot Features
Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$12,858
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,312,000
Parcel Number
689884
Zoning
SR3

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual,Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Sellers welcome offers with requests for buyer concessions. Whole house renovation in 2006. Roof replaced in 2022; Refrigerator 2023: Dishwasher 2025.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

West Newton

255 Adams Avenue, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Franklin
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Day
Rating information coming soon
High School
North
Rating information coming soon

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,072
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

Sold
Sep 18, 2025
Property sold
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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2025
$1,599,000
Original listing
Agent: The Margie and Jon Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2025 New Listing Added $1,599,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
61 days
Price per Sq Ft
$452

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $12,858 $1,312,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,858
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,312,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Margie and Jon Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM358559
Office MLS ID AN8365

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