Last Sold Price
2 beds1,155 sqft$623/sqft
79 Chestnut St, Unit 2, Newton, MA 02465

Description

Elegant Victorian townhouse-style condo in desirable West Newton Hill. This sun-filled 2 bedroom, 2 bath home blends period charm with modern updates. There are high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, decorative working fireplace, and a modern granite/stainless kitchen with adjoining dining area. On the second floor there is a spacious primary suite with a modern full bath and ample closets, the second bedroom, the seconf full bath, and the laundry room. Highlights include a large private deck with...Elegant Victorian townhouse-style condo in desirable West Newton Hill. This sun-filled 2 bedroom, 2 bath home blends period charm with modern updates. There are high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, decorative working fireplace, and a modern granite/stainless kitchen with adjoining dining area. On the second floor there is a spacious primary suite with a modern full bath and ample closets, the second bedroom, the seconf full bath, and the laundry room. Highlights include a large private deck with expansive views, updated A/C system, new windows, and two parking spaces. Enjoy a large common yard and basement storage. Ideally located near Peirce School and close to West Newton Square shops, restaurants, and cinema, with easy access to Mass Pike and close to Commuter Rail stop. Do not miss! OH Sat-Sun, 10/11&12, 12-1:30.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/26/2025 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Sanda O'Brien

    Sanda O'Brien

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

    P: (617)-731-2447

Property Details for 79 Chestnut Street, Unit 2

Status
MLS #
73438105
Days on Market
6
Taxes
$6,229 / year
HOA Fees
$475 / month
Property Type
MLS Type
Condominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built
1890
Town
Newton
MLS Area
West Newton
Area
MA-Newton-West Newton, MA-Newton
Style
Townhouse, Garden
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
Unit Placement
End, Corner

Location

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Building Information for 79 Chestnut Street, Unit 2

Building/Complex79 Chestnut StFloor1Stories2Residences3Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1890

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$4,649 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,655

Property Taxes

$519

HOA Dues

$475

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Property Information for 79 Chestnut Street, Unit 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Other
  • Living Area: 1155.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 3
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Pierce
  • High School: North
  • Middle School: Day
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: End, Corner
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Assigned
  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • Parking Features: Assigned
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 154.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 169.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 72.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bathroom1 Length: 12.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 40.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 144.0
  • Dining Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 9.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 70.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 10.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 7.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 8X8
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 210.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: .
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 687621
  • Assessments: $635,600
  • Book: 69016
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: rez.
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 3
  • Owner Occupied Source: seller
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 79 Chestnut Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 26, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922196916

$719,000

+3.3% / yr

Nov 26, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73438105

$719,000
Oct 13, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73438105

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/26/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922196916

$719,000

+3.3% / yr

11/26/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73438105

$719,000
10/13/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73438105

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Public Records for 79 Chestnut Street, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$635,600Total-
Tax Record2025$6,229 ($519 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,055 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,055 SqFtStories3Lot Size11,676 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1890Year Renovated1890ZoningMR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:32 B:004 L:0005A

Schools near 79 Chestnut Street, Unit 2

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

F A Day Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North High School
Public9 to 12

Clearway School
Private6 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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