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148 Waltham St, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465
$1,250,000
Est. $7,435/month
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,083
Sq Ft
$600
Price/Sq Ft
0.08
Acres
1920
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
15 hours 14 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Apr 22, 2026 • MLS# 73505756 Copied!

About this home

The one you have been waiting for!! This beautifully & extensively renovated home in a wonderful West Newton neighborhood exudes casual elegance and is totally turn-key. Wonderful open-plan main level includes a gracious entry foyer; a gorgeous living room with restored vintage built-ins; & a luminous formal dining room that opens up to the sleek 2018 kitchen and breakfast bar. This level also includes a charming sun room with bead-board ceiling, perfect as a play or work space; a renovated full bath; and a mud room that leads out to a generous fenced, level yard & garage. Lovely 2nd level w/ a newly renovated 2025 bath and three generous bedrooms, including a primary with an expansive walk-in closet. Incredible 2022 finished lower level features a family room, office / gym, a brilliant modern full bath & laundry room, plus extra storage. Numerous upgrades inc. 200 amp elec, HVAC, lighting, fence, patio, steps, insulation. Convenient to shops, dining & commuter rail. An absolute gem!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SOUMERAI JACOB
Mailing Address 148 WALTHAM ST, NEWTON, MA, 02465

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning SR3
Style Old Style

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,101,200
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $12,014
CPA Surcharge 2% ($218)
Estimated Annual Tax $12,233

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $717,900 $383,300 $1,101,200 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Nov 28, 2018 $835,000 71936/312

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

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 2,289 2,083 ✗
Year built 1,920 1,920 ✓
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
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,083 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Open House Schedule

25
Apr
Saturday, April 25
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
26
Apr
Sunday, April 26
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1920
Living Area 2,083 sq ft
Lot Size 0.08 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Lighting - Overhead, Walk-in Closet(s), Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Sun Room, Entry Hall, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cottage
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $10,968
Assessed Value $1,101,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Sun Room, Entry Hall, Mud Room
Windows: Window(s) - Picture, Window(s) - Stained Glass
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cottage
Year Built: 1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

148 Waltham St, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

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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
Fessenden School
0.3 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 02-12
Dearborn Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.5 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
2.0 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
3.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
3.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
3.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
4.0 mi
Grades PK-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
5.1 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.6 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
2.2 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
3.9 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
4.0 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
Clearway School
2.8 mi
Grades 06-12
Fusion Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton North High School
1.4 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
3.8 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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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$1,250,000
Original listing
Agent: Elisabeth Preis Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72394577
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 28, 2018
$835,000
MLS #72394577
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Previous Transaction - MLS #72302905
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Previously Sold
May 8, 2018
$625,000
MLS #72302905
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Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 22, 2026 New Listing Added $1,250,000 —
Nov 28, 2018 Sold $835,000 —
May 8, 2018 Sold $625,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
15 hours 14 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$600

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $10,968 $1,101,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,968
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,101,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elisabeth Preis
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB810649
Office MLS ID AN3337
Listing Data Updated Apr 22, 2026 3:13 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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