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56 Bennington St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458
$1,000,000
Est. $5,904/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,726
Sq Ft
$579
Price/Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
1880
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 4, 2016 • MLS# 71999421 Copied!

About this home

This three/four bedroom, one and one-half bathroom Arts and Crafts-style residence exudes charm and character with its beautiful woodwork, beams, period details and hardwood floors. It has been meticulously maintained and extensively updated over the years. Updates include a 2002 kitchen, 2005 electrical upgrade, 2009 roof, large 2nd floor remodel, high efficiency gas boiler and Rinnai on demand gas hot water heater. Among it's many amenities are a 2 car garage, a large fenced in yard, a pantry, skylights. Many windows were replaced in 2009. This property is conveniently located to Mass Pike, Express bus and YMCA.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner THURBERG BETH L
Mailing Address 56 BENNINGTON ST, NEWTON, MA, 02458

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning MR1
Style Old Style

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,468,200
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $16,018
CPA Surcharge 2% ($299)
Estimated Annual Tax $16,317

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $1,075,200 $393,000 $1,468,200

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 24, 2016 $1,000,000 67492/124

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
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,726 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,000
Final Sale Price: $1,000,000
Difference: +$151,000 (+17.8%)
Performance Metrics
117.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $492
Sale $/sq ft: $579
This property sold for $579 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 17.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$579/sq ft
Area Average
$319/sq ft
Difference
+81.7%

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

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,726 sq ft
Lot Size 0.31 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Washer/dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features Walk-in Closet(s)

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $7,773
Assessed Value $683,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Other

Location

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Neighborhood

56 Bennington St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458

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
Jackson School
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
0.5 mi
Grades 05-12
Dearborn Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades 02-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Fessenden School
1.7 mi
Grades K-09
Chestnut Hill School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Learning Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.2 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Bigelow Middle School
0.4 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
1.4 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
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.9 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
3.0 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
3.4 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
3.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.1 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
A+
Newton South High School
2.7 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
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Property History

Market Insights

37.1%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73524268
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
May 26, 2026
$1,350,000
MLS #73524268 - Active
Sold
Jun 24, 2016
$1,000,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
Sold
Jun 24, 2016
$1,000,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
May 4, 2016
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Julie Agarkov Office: Hammond Residential R. E.
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Listed for Sale
May 4, 2016
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Julie Agarkov Office: Hammond Residential R. E.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 26, 2026 Sold $1,350,000
May 4, 2016 New Listing Added $849,000
May 4, 2016 New Listing Added $849,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$579

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $7,773 $683,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,773
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$683,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Julie Agarkov
Listing Office Hammond Residential R. E.
Agent MLS ID BB903594
Office MLS ID BB2640
Listing Data Updated Jun 24, 2016 12:46 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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