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38 Wachusett Road, Newton MA 02467

Newton, MA 02467 • Chestnut Hill
$1,810,000
Est. $10,522/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,670
Sq Ft
$678
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1928
Year Built
3
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 2, 2023 • MLS# 73119416 Copied!

About this home

This 1928 Colonial style residence is situated on a corner lot and is located in a spectacular Chestnut Hill neighborhood! The home exudes charm and character, and the circular driveway meets the unique and inviting wrap around front porch with terracotta tile flooring. The entrance foyer continues with terracotta tile and the first floor consists of a hostess size dining room, fireplace living room, family room, half bath, kitchen with high end appliances & an eating area which leads to a side porch. The second level offers a primary bedroom & three additional nice size bedrooms. A full & half bath completes this floor. The basement is partially finished and has direct access to a two car, tandem attached garage and the exterior. There have been many updates over the years and within the past ten years improvements include: updated central A/C, boiler & hot water heater. This location is convenient to the shops of Chestnut Hill, restaurants, major routes plus more. This is a real gem!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BARANOV KARL
Mailing Address 38 WACHUSETT RD, CHESTNUT HILL, MA, 02467

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning SR1
Style Colonial

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,638,500
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $17,876
CPA Surcharge 2% ($336)
Estimated Annual Tax $18,212

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $1,638,500 $0 $1,638,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 11, 2023 $1,810,000 81880/244

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
1928
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,670 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,800,000
Final Sale Price: $1,810,000
Difference: +$10,000 (+0.6%)
Performance Metrics
100.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $674
Sale $/sq ft: $678
This property sold for $678 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$678/sq ft
Area Average
$269/sq ft
Difference
+152.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1928
Living Area 2,670 sq ft
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Stone / Slate, Vinyl / Vct, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Play Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Porch, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $14,036
Assessed Value $1,378,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Stone / Slate, Vinyl / VCT, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Play Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1928
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Chestnut Hill

38 Wachusett Road, Newton MA 02467

Newton, MA 02467

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
Mount Alvernia Academy
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Newton Country Day School
1.0 mi
Grades 05-12
Brimmer + May School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Jackson School
1.7 mi
Grades K-06
Dearborn Academy School
1.7 mi
Grades 02-12
Fessenden School
2.6 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
2.9 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.1 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.3 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
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
1.8 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
1.9 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
3.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
1.5 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
1.6 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 Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73509507
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Currently Listed
Apr 29, 2026
$1,999,000
MLS #73509507 - Active
Sold
Aug 11, 2023
$1,810,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 4
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Listed for Sale
Jun 2, 2023
$1,800,000
Original listing
Agent: Oriel - Sherman Team Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 29, 2026 Sold $1,999,000
Jun 2, 2023 New Listing Added $1,800,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
3 days
Price per Sq Ft
$678

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $14,036 $1,378,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,036
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$1,378,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Oriel - Sherman Team
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID TEAM0499
Office MLS ID AN6227
Listing Data Updated Aug 11, 2023 7:45 PM 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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