Ideally situated in Newton Centre, this beautifully updated Victorian-era residence blends timeless character with modern comforts. Featuring a steeply pitched roofline, the home welcomes you with a charming porch that opens into a gracious foyer. From there, step into a spacious dining room and an oversized living room, both adorned with original moldings. The renovated eat-in kitchen, with custom cabinetry, opens to a deck overlooking a lush, landscaped backyard with mature plantings. An elegant staircase leads to the second floor comprised of a primary bedroom, three additional bedrooms, and a tastefully updated bathroom. The third floor offers two more large bedrooms, including one with a Palladian window, and an additional full bathroom. Enhancements include new roof, newer windows, gleaming hardwood floors, central air conditioning, and an electric car charger. Conveniently located near the T, major commuter routes, top-rated elementary schools, and vibrant shops and restaurants.
Sold for $1,650,000
$1,650,000
34 Chestnut Ter, Newton, MA 02459
6beds
2,589sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
9,622 Square Feet Lot
$1,802,500 Zestimate®
$637/sqft
$6,412 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,802,500
$1.71M - $1.89M
$6,412/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 12, 2026 at 12:32pm
Listed by:
Debby Belt 617-733-7922,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Bought with:
Sarah Clausen
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73466556
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Bedroom, Foyer
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,589
- Total interior livable area: 2,589 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,589
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Lot
- Size: 9,622 sqft
- Features: Easements, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 697830
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Newton
- Subdivision: Newton Centre
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Sold | $1,650,000-8.3%$637/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73466556 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+300%$695/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73466556 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/1992 | Sold | $450,000$174/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,421 +3.4% | $1,573,600 +3% |
| 2024 | $14,911 +5.8% | $1,527,800 +10.3% |
| 2023 | $14,095 +4.5% | $1,384,600 +8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mason-Rice Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mason Rice/Ward
- Middle: Brown
- High: South
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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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02459
- Newton Centre
- 34 Chestnut Ter