680 Beacon St

3,834 Sq. Ft.
$601 / Sq. Ft.
3,834
Sq. Ft.
$601
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Your ultimate urban oasis! Nestled in the heart of Newton Center near premier shopping, dining and the Green Line, this elegant slate-roofed Colonial, extensively renovated and expanded in 2017, sits on a lushly landscaped .38 acre lot graced with a patio, fire pit and incredible yard. Perfectly suited for entertaining and family living, the expansive main level features a generous living room with fireplace; an inviting eat-in kitchen w/ island, breakfast area, pantry, and home office; and a luminous...Your ultimate urban oasis! Nestled in the heart of Newton Center near premier shopping, dining and the Green Line, this elegant slate-roofed Colonial, extensively renovated and expanded in 2017, sits on a lushly landscaped .38 acre lot graced with a patio, fire pit and incredible yard. Perfectly suited for entertaining and family living, the expansive main level features a generous living room with fireplace; an inviting eat-in kitchen w/ island, breakfast area, pantry, and home office; and a luminous family room / dining room addition overlooking the garden. A mud room, walk-in pantry, and attached 2-car garage add to the convenience. The second level features five beautiful bedrooms & three modern full baths plus laundry. A luxe primary suite offers double walk-in closets, a home office, and an elegant ensuite bath. The versatile lower level offers a play room, bathroom, game room / guest area, and ample storage. Numerous infrastructure updates. C/AC. Exceptional in-town location.

Listing Agent

  1. Elisabeth Preis

    Elisabeth Preis

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    elisabeth@compass.com

    P: (617)-997-1694

Property Details for 680 Beacon Street

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Newton Center
Area
MA-Newton-Newton Center, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 08/27/2025 07:40 AM

Property Details for 680 Beacon Street

StatusSold
MLS #73366306
Days on Market51
Taxes$19,615 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1934
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Prestige Homes Real Estate, LLC, Nicole Bradford

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Building Information for 680 Beacon Street

Stories-Year Built1934Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,720 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,241 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,607

Property Taxes

$1,635

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 680 Beacon Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3834.0
  • Color: Red brick
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bowen/Mason R
  • High School: Newton South
  • Middle School: Brown/Oak Hill
  • Neighborhood: Newton Center
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Sconce, Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Dining Area, Countertops - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Window Seat, Bathroom, Play Room, Game Room, Foyer, Home Office, Living/Dining Rm Combo
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Central, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 225.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 181.25
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.5
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.5
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 156.25
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.5
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.5
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 181.25
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.5
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.5
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 90.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom5 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 35.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 64.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 68.75
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Length: 12.5
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 5.5
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 246.5
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant,Decorative Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 17.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.5
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 217.5
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Decorative Molding,Window Seat
  • Family Room Length: 15.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 14.5
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 264.0
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Storage,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 22.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 331.25
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Decorative Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 26.5
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 51.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood
  • Room Office Length: 8.5
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 6.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 698357
  • Assessments: $2,001,500
  • Book: 59666
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5

Property History for 680 Beacon Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 26, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73366306

$2,305,000—
Jun 10, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73366306

—
Jun 10, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73366306

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/26/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73366306

$2,305,000
06/10/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73366306

—
06/10/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73366306

—

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

Public Records for 680 Beacon Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,145,700Additions$855,800Total$2,001,500
Tax Record2025$19,615 ($1,635 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,234 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,234 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt498 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,720 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1934ZoningSR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:61 B:038 L:0014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 680 Beacon Street

This home is within Newton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bowen Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Mason-Rice Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

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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