575 Chestnut Street · Newton

FOR SALE · MLS #73579711

$1,698,000

beds
3
baths
2.5
sqft
2,771

575 Chestnut Street

Newton, MA 02468

LOCATION

Property location

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On Chestnut between Oakvale (Oak Vale) Road and Beacon Street on the south side of the street.

Home type
Single Family Residence
Interior living area
2,771 sqft
Year built
1920
Lot size
13,537 sqft (about 0.31 acres)
Parking spaces
6
Price per sqft
$613/sqft

About this home

Waban! Nestled in a highly desirable and exceptionally convenient neighborhood, this gracious Colonial offers timeless character, generous living spaces and wonderful versatility on approximately one-third of an acre. A tiled vestibule framed by full-length sidelights provides a welcoming introduction to the home. The inviting interior features well-proportioned rooms and a spacious eat-in kitchen with a substantial center island and cooktop, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Three generously sized bedrooms include a lovely primary suite featuring a walk-in closet illuminated by two expansive windows and an en suite bath with a classic clawfoot tub, separate shower, double sinks and charming arched windows. An exceptional feature of this home is the flexibility of the home office which offers a separate waiting area with built-in bookshelves and its own private entrance—an ideal arrangement for working from home, meeting with clients or creating a private professional space. Set on a beautiful 13,537 square foot lot, the property offers a wonderful combination of indoor comfort and outdoor space in one of Newton’s most sought-after villages. Enjoy close proximity to Waban Square with its shops, restaurants, neighborhood amenities, Angier Elementary as well as the school bus pick up and drop off for Brown and NSHS. Near Cold Spring Park, Mass General Brigham Newton-Wellesley Hospital, and the Riverside D Line for convenient access into Boston. Commuting by car? Route 9, the Mass Pike and Route 95 are quite close! A special opportunity to enjoy classic Colonial architecture, flexible living and an outstanding location!

Listed by The Margie and Jon Team · Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
MLS PIN #73579711 · Updated 9/27/2026, 4:59:00 PM ET

Facts & features

Home overview
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Property category
Residential
MLS status
Active
Bedrooms
3
Full bathrooms
2
Half bathrooms
1
Total bathrooms
2.5
Total rooms
9
Living area
2,771 sqft
Living area source
Public Record
Above grade finished area
2,771 sqft
Building area
2,771
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Public Records
Area includes basement
No
Area disclosures
2771 all above grade
Interior & systems
Heating
Forced Air
Heating available
Yes
Heating zones
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling available
Yes
Cooling zones
4
Appliances
Gas Water Heater · Oven · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Refrigerator · Range Hood · Cooktop
Flooring
Hardwood
Interior features
Entrance Foyer · Den · Home Office-Separate Entry · Bonus Room
Laundry
In Basement
Basement
Full · Partially Finished · Walk-Out Access · Interior Entry · Garage Access · Radon Remediation System
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
1
Electrical service
200+ Amp Service
Accessibility
No
Primary bathroom features
Yes
Room details

Primary bedroom

Level
Second
Area
234.93 sqft
Length
19.4 ft
Width
12.11 ft

Bedroom 2

Level
Second
Area
191.76 sqft
Length
14.1 ft
Width
13.6 ft

Bedroom 3

Level
Second
Area
156.22 sqft
Length
12.11 ft
Width
12.9 ft

Living room

Level
First
Area
250.21 sqft
Length
19.1 ft
Width
13.1 ft

Dining room

Level
First
Area
237.24 sqft
Length
18.11 ft
Width
13.1 ft

Kitchen

Level
First
Area
361.68 sqft
Length
27.4 ft
Width
13.2 ft

Office

Level
First
Area
126.35 sqft
Length
13.3 ft
Width
9.5 ft

Bathroom 1

Level
First
Area
19.73 sqft
Length
4.11 ft
Width
4.8 ft

Bathroom 2

Level
Second
Area
80.94 sqft
Length
11.4 ft
Width
7.1 ft

Bathroom 3

Level
Second
Area
46.61 sqft
Length
7.9 ft
Width
5.9 ft

Price & tax details

Current asking price$1,698,000
Original asking price$1,698,000
Listed on2026-09-18
Days on market9
Tax record supplied by MLS
YearProperty taxAssessed value
2026$15,194$1,568,500

These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.

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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION

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MLS-listed elementary

Angier

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MLS-listed middle

Brown

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Nshs

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