53 Paul St # 10, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$429,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,260
Sq Ft
$340
Price/Sq Ft
0.79
Acres
1968
Year Built
1
Parking
Condominium
Type
35
Days on Market
Sold Listed Feb 17, 2010 • MLS# 71033610 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $429,900
Final Sale Price: $429,000
Difference: $900 (-0.2%)
Performance Metrics
99.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
35
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $341
Sale $/sq ft: $340
This property sold for $340 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 35 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 7 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$340/sq ft
Area Median
$565/sq ft
Difference
39.8%

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

About this home

Location, location, location! Walk to Newton Ctr. shops, restaurants, Green Line, Crystal Lake, and Weeks Field. Fabulous,sunny,south-facing, 2 BR / 2 Full Bath condo in highly desired, low turnover building (almost 4 years since any 53 Paul St. condo has been for sale.!) First flr, front, corner unit with sliders to large balcony. Open floor plan, many updates and phenomenal closet space. Low condo fee of $430./month incl. heat! Brick bldg. with elevator. Pet friendly. Prof. mgmt.

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Property History

Market Insights

38.7%
Price Range
36
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73579857
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Sep 19, 2026
$699,900
MLS #73579857 - Active
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Previous Transaction - MLS #73122719
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 25, 2023
$632,500
MLS #73122719
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Sold
Jun 3, 2010
$429,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 36
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Listed for Sale
Feb 17, 2010
$429,900
Original listing
Agent: Kathryn Cooney Office: Town and Country Properties

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2010 $3,712 $356,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,712
Tax Year 2010
HOA Fee
$430
Per month
Assessed Value
$356,600

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1968
Living Area 1,260 sq ft
Lot Size 0.79 acres
Stories 3
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Baseboard, Oil, Unit Control
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Carpet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features Living/dining Rm Combo

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Balcony / Deck, Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street, Assigned, Guest
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other For Electric Oven
Annual Tax $3,712
Assessed Value $356,600

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $430
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 10
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs (3)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 36 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1968
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,260 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Living/Dining Rm Combo
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1968
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil, Unit Control
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Guest
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
1.3 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Dearborn Academy School
2.0 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
2.0 mi
Grades K-06
Learning Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
2.5 mi
Grades K-08
Fessenden School
2.5 mi
Grades K-09
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
1.2 mi | #25 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 12 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
654 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
1.3 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.5
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.3 above state avg
698 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
Bigelow Middle School
2.0 mi | #22 of 352 | Score: 60.9
Improved 48 spots from last year
+2.7 above state avg
451 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
2.3 mi | #13 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 38 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
830 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
2.9 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
1.0 mi | #6 of 346 | Score: 77.7
Improved 19 spots from last year
+19.5 above state avg
1,865 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.4 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.8
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.6 above state avg
2,055 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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Neighborhood

Newton Center

53 Paul St # 10, Newton MA 02459

Newton, MA 02459

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kathryn Cooney
Listing Office Town and Country Properties
Office Phone 617-527-2675
Agent MLS ID BB982652
Office MLS ID BB5757
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 9:30 AM EDT
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