Dimensions11 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
142 Jackson Street, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459 • Newton Center
$890,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$850,000
Final Sale Price:
$890,000
Difference:
+$40,000 (+4.7%)
Performance Metrics
104.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$439
Sale $/sq ft:
$460
This property sold for $460 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 4.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 15 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$460/sq ft
Area Median
$437/sq ft
Difference
+5.3%
This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Best Newton Center location. Come home to this lovely, open Colonial comprised of an expansive Living Room with wood-burning fireplace and generous Dining Room perfect for entertaining and big family dinners. Light-filled eat-in Kitchen with breakfast nook, a convenient first floor Den and playful half bath. Upstairs sleeping quarters consist of 3 Bedrooms and a fresh full tile Bath, including a capacious Master Bedroom with 3 closets. Gleaming hardwood floors. With direct access to the outdoor patio, this home hosts a fenced backyard and gardens with plenty of room for seasonal leisure activities and dining al fresco. Garage parking. Close to all Newton Center conveniences, shops and restaurants, only steps to the Bowen School.
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Property History
Market Insights
34.6%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73536543
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 6, 2026
$1,300,000
MLS #73536543 - Active
Sold
Jun 15, 2017
$890,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
Listed for Sale
Apr 5, 2017
$850,000
Original listing
Agent: Cervone Deegan Team
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Jamaica Plain
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,300,000 | - | - | MLS #73536543 - Active |
| 06/15/2017 | ✓ Sold | $890,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/05/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $850,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $6,997 | $629,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,997
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$629,200
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1935
Living Area
1,936 sq ft
Lot Size
0.15 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Den
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Balcony / Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,997
Assessed Value
$629,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Shared Driveway. Sump Pump. See Email & Escrow Notification. Ask Listing Agent.
Exclusions
Excluded Den Cd Rack, Dr Mirror. Included Custom Kitchen Table & Benches, Dr & Den Window Treatments
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
8 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1935
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,936 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions22 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area
LevelFirst
Dimensions22 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Den
Windows:
Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1935
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Block, Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony / Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Easements
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Chestnut Hill School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Brimmer + May School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
1.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Newton Country Day School
1.8 mi
Grades 05-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
2.0 mi
Grades K-08
Dearborn Academy School
2.5 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
2.5 mi
Grades K-06
Learning Prep School
2.9 mi
Grades 02-12
Fessenden School
3.1 mi
Grades K-09
Middle Schools
4 schools
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
0.7 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
0.8 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+
Bigelow Middle School
2.3 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+
F.A. Day Middle School
2.9 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
High Schools
4 schools
Fusion Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
3.4 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
0.5 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
2.0 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
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Neighborhood
Newton Center
142 Jackson Street, Newton MA 02459
Newton, MA 02459
Listing Information
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Jamaica Plain
Office Phone
617-522-4600
Agent MLS ID
TEAM0238
Office MLS ID
BB9348
Listing Data Updated
Jun 15, 2017 4:43 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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