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79 Walnut St # 3, Newton MA 02460

Newton, MA 02460 • Newtonville
$290,000
Est. $2,168/month
1
Baths
332
Sq Ft
$873
Price/Sq Ft
1.73
Acres
1970
Year Built
82
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 19, 2025 • MLS# 73393521 Copied!

About this home

Charming studio condo in the heart of Newtonville, perfect for commuters or anyone seeking low-maintenance living in a prime location. The unit offers a spacious living area with a double closet and wall-to-wall carpet. The kitchen includes a range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Heat and hot water are covered in the monthly condo fee. Assigned parking space #P is included, with guest parking and an option to rent an additional space for $40/month. Building amenities include common laundry and bike storage. Boiler upgrade planned coming out of reserve account. Located near the Newtonville commuter rail and buses, with easy access to Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Shaw's, CVS, cafes, shops, parks, schools, and libraries. Quick access to the Mass Pike and I-95 makes this a great option for getting around Greater Boston.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1970
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
332 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $299,000
Final Sale Price: $290,000
Difference: $9,000 (-3.0%)
Performance Metrics
97.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
82
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $901
Sale $/sq ft: $873
This property sold for $873 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.0% below the original asking price.

The property spent 82 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$873/sq ft
Area Average
$313/sq ft
Difference
+179.2%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1970
Living Area 332 sq ft
Lot Size 1.73 acres
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas, Common
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Carpet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Building
Features Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction Frame, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Assigned, Guest
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $1,913
Assessed Value $193,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Building
Security: Intercom, TV Monitor

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1970
Effective Year (Renovated): 1981
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame, Stone
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Common
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Assigned, Guest

Location

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Neighborhood

Newtonville

79 Walnut St # 3, 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

3 schools
Newton Early Childhood Program
0.2 mi
173 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A
Horace Mann School
0.3 mi | #125 of 824 | Score: 57.8
Improved 101 spots from last year
-0.4 below state avg
351 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Fessenden School
0.5 mi
Grades K-09
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
0.2 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-
Watertown Middle School
1.5 mi | #108 of 352 | Score: 48.6
Improved 11 spots from last year
-9.6 below state avg
583 students Diverse
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
H

High Schools

2 schools
A+
Newton North High School
0.8 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
B+
Watertown High School
1.3 mi | #112 of 346 | Score: 59.3
Improved 118 spots from last year
+1.1 above state avg
761 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property Tax $159
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $342/mo
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

3%
Price Range
72
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 8, 2025
$290,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 72
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Listed for Sale
Jun 19, 2025
$299,000
Original listing
Agent: Derek Hui Office: Thread Real Estate, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 19, 2025 New Listing Added $299,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
82 days
Price per Sq Ft
$873

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $1,913 $193,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,913
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$342
Monthly
Assessed Value
$193,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Derek Hui
Listing Office Thread Real Estate, LLC
Agent MLS ID BB803643
Office MLS ID BB5675
Listing Data Updated Oct 15, 2025 5:30 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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