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
Construction & condition
Year built
1920
Year built source
Public Records
Year built details
Actual
Architectural style
Colonial
Construction materials
Frame
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Shingle
Attached property
No
Home warranty
No
Insulation
Unknown
Exterior color
White
Accessory dwelling unit
N
Year round use
Yes
Garage & parking
Total parking spaces
6
Parking features
Attached · Paved Drive · Off Street · Driveway · Paved
Garage
Yes
Garage spaces
1
Attached garage
Yes
Covered spaces
1
Carport
No
Open parking
Yes
Open parking spaces
5
Lot & outdoor features
Lot area
13,537 sqft (about 0.31 acres)
Lot size
0.31 acres
Reported lot area
0.31
Lot size units
Acres
Lot features
Sloped
Exterior features
Patio · Rain Gutters
Patio & porch
Patio
Spa
No
Waterfront
No
Waterfront features
Lake/Pond · 1 to 2 Mile To Beach · Beach Ownership(Public)
Beachfront
Yes
Water views
No
Utilities & infrastructure
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
for Gas Range
Sewer district
MWRA
Road frontage
Public
Road surface
Paved
Road responsibility
Public Maintained Road
HOA & community
Homeowners association
No
Community features
Public Transportation · Shopping · Pool · Tennis Court(s) · Park · Walk/Jog Trails · Medical Facility · Bike Path · Conservation Area · Highway Access · House of Worship · Private School · Public School · T-Station · University · Sidewalks
Subdivision
Waban
Senior community
No
Taxes & property records
Annual property tax
$15,194
Tax year
2026
Assessed value
$1,568,500
Parcel number
695880
Zoning
SR2
Registry book
82455
Registry page
127
Location & listed schools
City
Newton
County
Middlesex
State
MA
ZIP code
02468
MLS area
Waban
Listed elementary school
Angier
Listed middle school
Brown
Listed high school
Nshs
Directions
On Chestnut between Oakvale (Oak Vale) Road and Beacon Street on the south side of the street.
Listing & disclosures
MLS number
73579711
Listing date
2026-09-18
Original entry date
2026-09-18
Status changed
2026-09-18
Listing modified
2026-09-27
Original list price
$1,698,000
Current list price
$1,698,000
List price per sqft
$612.78
Days on market
9
Property market time
9
Listing terms
Contract
Disclosures
Video surveillance equipment installed and used interior and exterior on the premises.
Disclosure indicator
N
Lead paint
Unknown
UFFI
Unknown
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
Year
Property tax
Assessed 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
Schools & performance
2026 MA DESE
School names, grades and state-reported measures are listed below.
Schools named in the listing
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MLS-listed elementary
Angier
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MLS-listed middle
Brown
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MLS-listed high school
Nshs
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