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98 Cherry St, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465
$975,000
Est. $5,809/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,725
Sq Ft
$565
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1930
Year Built
13
Days on Market
Pending Listed Apr 29, 2026 • MLS# 73509343 Copied!

About this home

Warm and welcoming home in a desirable Newton neighborhood offering the perfect blend of location, space, and everyday convenience. Set on a generous lot with a spacious yard, this property provides wonderful outdoor space for entertaining, gardening, or play. The attached garage offers everyday ease and added storage. Lovingly maintained over the years, the home is ready for its next chapter and offers the opportunity to make updates over time to match your style. Ideally located near parks, schools, village shops, dining, commuter options, and major routes. A wonderful chance to settle into one of Newton’s most sought-after communities and enjoy all the area has to offer.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner DREITLEIN KENNETH C JR & LISA M
Mailing Address 98 CHERRY ST, NEWTON, MA, 02465

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning SR3
Style Colonial

Tax Information

Assessed Value $840,700
Tax Rate $10.91 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,172
CPA Surcharge 2% ($162)
Estimated Annual Tax $9,334

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $769,100 $71,600 $840,700

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 1, 2004 $564,000 43341/120

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2023.

Data: Town of Newton

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 2,652 1,725
Year built 1,930 1,930
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,725 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1930
Living Area 1,725 sq ft
Lot Size 0.17 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $8,146
Assessed Value $840,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Partially Finished
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1930
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

98 Cherry St, Newton MA 02465

Newton, MA 02465

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
Fessenden School
0.4 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
1.1 mi
Grades 02-12
Dearborn Academy School
1.5 mi
Grades 02-12
Jackson School
1.7 mi
Grades K-06
Newton Country Day School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
3.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Campus School at Boston College
3.5 mi
Grades PK-12
Chestnut Hill School
3.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
4.1 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
0.7 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
2.4 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
4.1 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
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
3.9 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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Property Timeline

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Status: Active under contract
Apr 30, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 30, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Apr 29, 2026
$975,000
Original listing
Agent: Mike Preston Office: Aura Realty Advisors

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2026 Status: Active under contract $0
Apr 29, 2026 New Listing Added $975,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
13 days
Price per Sq Ft
$565

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $8,146 $840,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,146
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$840,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Mike Preston
Listing Office Aura Realty Advisors
Agent MLS ID CT003146
Office MLS ID AN8805
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2026 9:39 AM 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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