1629 Centre St

Newton, MA 02461

$2,995,000
Price
7,808 / 0.18
Lot Size / Acres
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Description

Prime Newton Highlands Village land offering just steps to the D-line MBTA. Existing two-family structure with detached two-car garage and abundant on-site parking. Situated in the newly rezoned VC2 Village Center Overlay, a district designed to enable more housing near transit and amenities. Potential for a large building footprint, reduced front/side setbacks, and multi-story massing (up to 3.5 story) consistent with VC2 standards. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding allowable density,...Prime Newton Highlands Village land offering just steps to the D-line MBTA. Existing two-family structure with detached two-car garage and abundant on-site parking. Situated in the newly rezoned VC2 Village Center Overlay, a district designed to enable more housing near transit and amenities. Potential for a large building footprint, reduced front/side setbacks, and multi-story massing (up to 3.5 story) consistent with VC2 standards. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding allowable density, parking ratios, inclusionary requirements, utilities, and permitting. Exceptional walkable location near cafés, restaurants, parks, Crystal Lake and easy access to Longwood Medical, and Routes 9/128/90.
  1. Listed by Ward Shifman • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
  2. Listed by Joan Barrett • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Property Details for 1629 Centre Street

Town
Newton
Area
MA-Newton
LISTING UPDATED: 02/01/2026 06:24 PM

Property Details for 1629 Centre Street

StatusActive
MLS #73471999
Days on Market23
Taxes$11,484 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, Ward Shifman; Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, Joan Barrett
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Building Information for 1629 Centre Street

Lot Size0.18 AC

Payment Calculator

$15,554 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,597

Property Taxes

$957

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1629 Centre Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 0
Exterior Features
  • Lot Description: Level, Corner Lot
  • Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Utilities
  • Electric: On-Site
  • ElectricOnPropertyYN: Yes
  • Gas: On-Site
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Closing/timelines contingent on court scheduling. Conveyed as-is,where-is; no warranties. Buyer to perform due diligence. Estate Sale Subject to License to Sell. As is. Possible Asbestos.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:52 B:037 L:0019,695030
  • Assessments: $1,171,800
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: MR2
Building / Association Information
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 1629 Centre Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73471999

$2,995,000—
Jan 27, 2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73435385

$2,995,000—
Jan 27, 2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73435367

$2,995,000—
Sep 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73435385

$2,995,000—
Sep 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73435367

$2,995,000—
Jun 15, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88031699

$325,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73471999

$2,995,000
01/27/2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73435385

$2,995,000
01/27/2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73435367

$2,995,000
09/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73435385

$2,995,000
09/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73435367

$2,995,000
06/15/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88031699

$325,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1629 Centre Street

Taxable ValueLand$654,300Additions$517,500Total$1,171,800
Tax Record2025$11,484 ($957 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,408 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,408 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,704 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,808 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1920ZoningMR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:52 B:037 L:0019Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1629 Centre Street

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Newton South High School
Public - 9 to 12
Wellan Montessori School
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Mason-Rice Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

Wellan Montessori School
PrivatePK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1629 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02461

1629 Centre Street is a 0.18 ac of land for sale in Newton, MA 02461. This property was listed for sale on January 27, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, it's currently listed at $2,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 23 days and was last sold on June 15, 1999. This listing's school district is Newton School District. Nearby schools include Mason-Rice Elementary School, Charles E Brown Middle School and Newton South High School. 1629 Centre Street is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 0.18 ac of land on a 7,808 sq. ft. / 0.18 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, Ward Shifman; Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton, Joan Barrett

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