Own your own home in an ideal location in Newton. This is a great starter house, downsizers dream, condo alternative, or developers project for gaining equity. It exudes charm & is in terrific shape. Amenities are: solar panels for affordable power, wood floors & trim, thermopane windows, newer appliances & a 2 year old roof. The 1st floor offers: 2 bedrms, a full bathrm w/ walk-in shower, living rm, an open kitchen/dining rm, walk-in pantry, a heated entry rm (w/ large closet) useable for office/work rm, & a glassed-in back entry for plant lovers. LL has: a lg family rm, laundry, cedar + lg storage closets, & utility rm. Outside enjoy the fenced-in spacious backyd w/ manicured plantings, and a lg deck covered w/ grape vines and wisteria. The long driveway & detached garage accommodates 4 cars. Come see this wonderful, affordable home that checks all the boxes. House is sold AS IS. Offers if any will be considered 12/23/25 Closing date subject to sellers securing new accommodations.
Sold for $828,000
$828,000
23 Gilbert St, Newton, MA 02465
2beds
1,188sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
6,036 Square Feet Lot
$829,100 Zestimate®
$697/sqft
$3,028 Estimated rent
Home value
$829,100
$771,000 - $887,000
$3,028/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 10, 2026 at 06:11pm
Listed by:
Randolph Herman 617-686-6057,
Keller Williams Realty Evolution 978-992-4050
Bought with:
Zee Mah
Boston Peak Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73462465
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 130.21
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 10.42
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 97.22
- Dimensions: 9.33 x 10.42
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Area: 36.89
- Dimensions: 5.33 x 6.92
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Basement
- Area: 33.85
- Dimensions: 5.42 x 6.25
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 103.25
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 9.83
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 423.61
- Dimensions: 20.33 x 20.83
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 121.78
- Dimensions: 10.67 x 11.42
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 157.99
- Dimensions: 15.17 x 10.42
Heating
- Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Entry Hall, Finish - Sheetrock
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,188
- Total interior livable area: 1,188 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 792
- Finished area below ground: 396
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,036 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 688486
- Zoning: MR1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/9/2026 | Sold | $828,000+4.2%$697/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73462465 Report a problem | ||
| 12/25/2025 | Contingent | $795,000$669/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73462465 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $795,000+341.7%$669/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73462465 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/1993 | Sold | $180,000-8.6%$152/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/1988 | Sold | $197,000$166/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,280 +3.4% | $742,900 +3% |
| 2024 | $7,040 +5.1% | $721,300 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $6,697 +4.5% | $657,900 +8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Newton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Peirce Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pierce
- Middle: Day
- High: Newton North
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02465
- West Newton
- 23 Gilbert St