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78 Highland Ave # 78, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460 • West Newton
$1,107,000
Est. $6,969/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,718
Sq Ft
$407
Price/Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
1898
Year Built
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 17, 2018 • MLS# 72271508 Copied!

About this home

Beautiful Mansard Roof Victorian, renovated in 1999, offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths including a Master Suite on the first level of the unit. On entry, the condo appears bright and airy, due to its many windows on all four sides and the high ceilings. Both the kitchen and Master are unusually spacious. The former includes a dining area and family room, the latter a dressing room/sitting room, walk in closet, and full bath with Jacuzzi. Three additional bedrooms and 2 full baths are upstairs. From one of the bedrooms is attic space with exclusive use by the owner. Downstairs on the ground level is a deck, also granted as exclusive use. The location is amazing with its very easy access to stores and restaurants in the center of Newtonville as well as the commuter rail, Day Middle School and Newton North High School.Please park on the street. Not in the driveway.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner 72-78 HIGHLAND AVE MASTER DEED

Land Use

Use Code 995
Description N/A
Zoning MR1/MRT
Style Condominium

Tax Information

Assessed Value $0
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $1,404,900 $1,404,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 13, 2021 $1,210,000 78680/551
Jan 29, 2021 $1,260,000 76840/187
Oct 1, 1999 $590,000 30775/290
Feb 1, 1998 $1 28195/93

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: geocode_proximity (89.6% confidence) · Data as of Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1898
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,718 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,149,000
Final Sale Price: $1,107,000
Difference: $42,000 (-3.7%)
Performance Metrics
96.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $423
Sale $/sq ft: $407
This property sold for $407 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.7% below the original asking price.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$407/sq ft
Area Average
$225/sq ft
Difference
+81.1%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1898
Living Area 2,718 sq ft
Lot Size 0.53 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Bathroom, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Covered Patio/deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Covered

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Deeded, Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $10,544
Assessed Value $948,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances:
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Bathroom, Mud Room
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1898
Effective Year (Renovated): 1999
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Deeded, Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

West Newton

78 Highland Ave # 78, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460

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
Dearborn Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 02-12
Fessenden School
0.8 mi
Grades K-09
Jackson School
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
1.0 mi
Grades 05-12
Learning Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
2.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
4.0 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.7 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+
Bigelow Middle School
1.5 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+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.8 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
2.9 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
Clearway School
2.7 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
0.3 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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Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $293/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

99.3%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73503365
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 17, 2026
$8,250
MLS #73503365 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72854501
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Sep 13, 2021
$1,210,000
MLS #72854501
Sold
Apr 17, 2018
$1,107,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
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Listed for Sale
Jan 17, 2018
$1,149,000
Original listing
Agent: Ilene Solomon Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 17, 2026 Sold $8,250
Sep 13, 2021 Sold $1,210,000
Jan 17, 2018 New Listing Added $1,149,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
12 days
Price per Sq Ft
$407

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $10,544 $948,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,544
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$293
Monthly
Assessed Value
$948,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ilene Solomon
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.
Agent MLS ID BB302500
Office MLS ID BB2430
Listing Data Updated Apr 19, 2018 3:59 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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