Fall in love with this lovely colonial perfectly sited on nearly 1/3 acre of flat, sun-drenched yard. This beautifully maintained home is airy, bright, and thoughtfully designed for modern living. The main level features a granite kitchen, elegant dining room, cozy living room with fireplace, spacious family room, and a charming three-season porch. Upstairs offers a luxurious primary suite and two generously sized bedrooms. The finished lower level includes a fabulous in-law suite with private entrance (2021)—ideal for guests, office, or media room. Major updates: roof (2016), central AC (2017), and outdoor spa hot tub (2021). This home truly has it all!
Sold for $1,575,000
$1,575,000
256 Dedham St, Newton, MA 02461
4beds
3,010sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.29 Acres Lot
$1,571,500 Zestimate®
$523/sqft
$6,879 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,571,500
$1.45M - $1.70M
$6,879/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 20, 2025 at 04:15pm
Listed by:
Osnat Levy 617-833-1055,
eXp Realty 888-854-7493
Bought with:
Anne M Kennedy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73374237
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Laminate
- Level: Basement
- Area: 396
- Dimensions: 22 x 18
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 325
- Dimensions: 25 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 350
- Dimensions: 25 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Cable Hookup, Game Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,010
- Total interior livable area: 3,010 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,210
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: S:81 B:019 L:0018,704209
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School
Location
- Region: Newton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $1,575,000-0.6%$523/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73374237 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Contingent | $1,585,000$527/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73374237 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,585,000+108.6%$527/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73374237 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2011 | Sold | $760,000+4.3%$252/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $729,000$242/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #71241852 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,860 +3.4% | $1,414,300 +3% |
| 2024 | $13,401 +3.7% | $1,373,100 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $12,928 +7.6% | $1,269,900 +11.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Upper Falls
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Countryside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Countryside
- Middle: Brown
- High: Nshs
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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