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686 Centre St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458
$1,630,000
Est. $9,852/month
5
Beds
4
Baths
4,755
Sq Ft
$343
Price/Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
1890
Year Built
16
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 28, 2022 • MLS# 73041923 Copied!

About this home

This grand Victorian presents an amazing opportunity to create your dream home in the desirable estates area of Newton. This beloved home, in the same family for nearly 50 years, is where stories were shared and fabulous memories were made. It’s now ready to be reimagined and loved some more. The circular driveway welcomes you to the covered, wrap-around porch. The gracious foyer (30’x8’) is flanked by fireplaced parlors with original pocket doors and stained-glass windows. Original moldings, hardwood floors (some parquet), and high ceilings are the foundation from which to modernize this striking home. The 2nd floor offers 4 bedrooms, an office, 2 full baths and a 1/2 bath. On the 3rd floor is another bedroom, full bath and spectacular bonus room (31’x15’). The unfinished basement with 10’ ceilings has further potential to create more living space. Set on a 16,000+ SF lot and with easy access to the Mass Pike, Newton Center and Boston, this home is ready for its next chapter.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,755 sq ft
Total Rooms
13

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,295,000
Final Sale Price: $1,630,000
Difference: +$335,000 (+25.9%)
Performance Metrics
125.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $272
Sale $/sq ft: $343
This property sold for $343 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 25.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$343/sq ft
Area Average
$457/sq ft
Difference
24.9%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1890
Living Area 4,755 sq ft
Lot Size 0.37 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 13

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 3
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features Closet, Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Office, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Laundry Chute

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Victorian
Roof Slate
Features Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Screened

Parking

Features Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, Other (see Remarks)
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $16,918
Assessed Value $1,608,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Office, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Laundry Chute
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Stone, Granite

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 7
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Screened
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

686 Centre St, Newton MA 02458

Newton, MA 02458

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Nearby Schools

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Property History

Market Insights

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Price Range
17
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73455590
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Nov 17, 2025
$2,890,000
MLS #73455590 - Active
Current Active Listing - MLS #73455405
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Nov 17, 2025
$12,500
MLS #73455405 - Active
Sold
Nov 15, 2022
$1,630,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
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Listed for Sale
Sep 28, 2022
$1,295,000
Original listing
Agent: Carolyn Boyle Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 3, 2026 Sold $12,500
Nov 29, 2025 Sold $2,890,000
Sep 28, 2022 New Listing Added $1,295,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
16 days
Price per Sq Ft
$343

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $16,918 $1,608,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$16,918
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$1,608,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Carolyn Boyle
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID CN208773
Office MLS ID AN2064
Listing Data Updated Nov 16, 2022 9:43 AM EST
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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