686 Centre St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458 • Newton Corner

$2,890,000

Est. $16,968/month

6

Beds

5

Baths

6,420

Sq Ft

$450

Price/Sq Ft

0.37

Acres

1890

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

99

Days on Market

Active Listed Nov 17, 2025 • MLS# 73455590 Copied!

About this home

Beautifully renovated grand Victorian combining modern luxury with timeless architectural character. Sun-filled open layout with high ceilings, custom millwork, and a designer kitchen with high-end appliances. The home offers 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, a home office, playroom, and den across three spacious levels. Corner lot setting with a circular driveway in front and a second driveway in back. Prime Newton Corner location close to schools, parks, shops, transit, and major commuter routes.

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Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1890

Bedrooms

6

Full Bathrooms

4

Half Bathrooms

2

Living Area

6,420 sq ft

Total Rooms

12

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1890

Living Area 6,420 sq ft

Lot Size 0.37 acres

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 2

Total Rooms 12

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Flooring - Wood

Appliances Gas Water Heater

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 1

Basement Partially Finished

Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction None

Architecture Victorian

Roof None

Features None

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 2

Has Garage Yes

Features Carport, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $25,853

Assessed Value $2,638,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Wood

Appliances: Gas Water Heater

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement: Partially Finished

Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian

Year Built: 1890

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Roof:

Foundation: Granite

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 3

Cooling: Central Air

Cooling Zones: 3

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:

Patio & Porch:

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2

Total Parking Spaces: 8

Parking Features: Carport, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities:

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Newton Corner

686 Centre St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458

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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

3 schools

Newton Country Day School

0.3 mi

Grades 05-12

A

Underwood School

0.5 mi | #103 of 824 | Score: 59.2

Improved 37 spots from last year

+1 above state avg

253 students Very Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

A

Cabot School

0.6 mi | #129 of 824 | Score: 57.7

Improved 197 spots from last year

-0.5 below state avg

414 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

M

Middle Schools

3 schools

A+

Bigelow Middle School

0.5 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

A+

F.A. Day Middle School

1.5 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-

Watertown Middle School

1.7 mi | #108 of 352 | Score: 48.6

Improved 11 spots from last year

-9.6 below state avg

583 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

3 schools

A+

Newton North High School

1.0 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

D

Lyon High School

1.4 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 27.8

Improved 22 spots from last year

-30.4 below state avg

95 students Diverse

12 sports • 88 athletes

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 12

B+

Watertown High School

1.6 mi | #112 of 346 | Score: 59.3

Improved 118 spots from last year

+1.1 above state avg

761 students Diverse

18 sports • 1,578 athletes

Strong AP Program Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

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Listed for Sale

Nov 17, 2025

$2,890,000

Original listing

Agent: Chorr-Kin Chin Office: Vetra Estates, LLC

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
11/17/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$2,890,000	-	-	Original listing

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Jan 3, 2026	Sold	$12,500	—
Nov 17, 2025	New Listing Added	$2,890,000	—

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Days on Market

99 days

Price per Sq Ft

$450

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$25,853	$2,638,100

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