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61 Chester Street, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461
$1,775,000
Est. $9,447/month
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,427
Sq Ft
$401
Price/Sq Ft
0.22
Acres
1890
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73280690

About this home

This gracious Victorian in the heart of Newton Highlands, is brimming w/ timeless charm & awaits your personal touch. The home boasts stunning hardwood floors, high ceilings & intricate details throughout. The first floor greets you w/ a magnificent foyer, living room & dining room featuring bay windows, pocket doors & two fireplaces; kitchen w/two pantries, mudroom & half-bath. On the second floor, you’ll find a primary bedroom w/ fireplace, three additional bedrooms & a full family bath. The third floor offers two more bedrooms, full bath & large unfinished space perfect for expansion. The basement, w/ its high ceilings, presents an opportunity for conversion into a finished living area. Outside, enjoy a beautiful private yard w/ deck, lush plantings & two-car garage. This ideal location is just moments from Crystal Lake, the T, & Village w/ shops, restaurants, playground & community center. This special property is waiting for restoration to bring it back to its full glory!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,999,999
Final Sale Price: $1,775,000
Difference: $224,999 (-11.2%)
Performance Metrics
88.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $452
Sale $/sq ft: $401
This property sold for $401 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.2% below the original asking price.

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

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,427 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Heating
Forced Air, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
3
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features
Entrance Foyer, Bedroom, Mud Room
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Full
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Victorian
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch, Deck
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Deck
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Lake/Pond, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.22 acres
Lot Size
9,750 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2200
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, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Fuses

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$11,539
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$1,182,300
Parcel Number
694484
Zoning
Res

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No

Location

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Neighborhood

61 Chester Street, Newton MA 02461

Newton, MA 02461

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Zervas
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Oak Hill
Rating information coming soon
High School
Newton South
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $962
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

11.2%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Oct 9, 2024
$1,775,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Aug 22, 2024
$1,999,999
Original listing
Agent: Linda Brennan Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 22, 2024 New Listing Added $1,999,999 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$401

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $11,539 $1,182,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,539
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,182,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Linda Brennan
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB302460
Office MLS ID AN3337

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