259 Waverley Avenue

Newton, MA 02458

$2,500,000
Last Sold Price
7
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,686 Sq. Ft.
$440 / Sq. Ft.
5,686
Sq. Ft.
$440
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set on a beautiful corner lot in Newton Corner, this stunning Victorian-era residence, circa 1875, offers splendid living spaces – both inside and out. With over 5,685 square feet of interior space, there are six bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms. As soon as you enter, the architectural detail is evident with its exceptional wood work, seven fireplace, and exquisite period detail throughout. The main level features grand public rooms and is well-suited for entertaining. The landscaped grounds...Set on a beautiful corner lot in Newton Corner, this stunning Victorian-era residence, circa 1875, offers splendid living spaces – both inside and out. With over 5,685 square feet of interior space, there are six bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms. As soon as you enter, the architectural detail is evident with its exceptional wood work, seven fireplace, and exquisite period detail throughout. The main level features grand public rooms and is well-suited for entertaining. The landscaped grounds are lovely. This home is truly a masterpiece and an incredible opportunity for the next owner. The Newton Corner location affords easy access to shops, restaurants, public transportation, highways, and everything Newton has to offer.
  1. Listed by Christman Johnsson Group • Hammond Residential Real Estate
  2. Listed by Zachary Christman • Hammond Residential Real Estate
  3. Listed by Pierre Johnsson • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Property Details for 259 Waverley Avenue

Town
Newton
MLS Area
Newton Corner
Area
MA-Newton-Newton Corner, MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
8

Location

Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Christman Johnsson Group; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Zachary Christman; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Pierre Johnsson

Sold By Compass, Donahue Maley | Burns Team

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/21/2023 11:59 AM

Property Details for 259 Waverley Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #73092606
Days on Market84
Taxes$30,511 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1875
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Christman Johnsson Group; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Zachary Christman; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Pierre Johnsson

Sold By Compass, Donahue Maley | Burns Team

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Building Information for 259 Waverley Avenue

Stories-Year Built1875Building Size-Lot Size0.71 AC / 31,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$16,186 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,644

Property Taxes

$2,543

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 259 Waverley Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 5686.0
  • Color: white
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Ward
  • High School: Newton North
  • Middle School: Bigelow
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 7
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bedroom, Home Office, Entry Hall, Sitting Room, Living/Dining Rm Combo
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Rubber, Asphalt/Composition Shingles, Clay
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Carriage Shed, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Carriage Shed, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Oversized Parking, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 255.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 221.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 208.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 182.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom5 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 330.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 15.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 22.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 270.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Length: 15.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 18.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 176.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Length: 16.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 345.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 54.0
  • Room Office Length: 9.0
  • Room Office Level: Third
  • Room Office Width: 6.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:72 B:027 L:0009,702827
  • Assessments: $2,997,200
  • Book: 17615
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: SR1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 7
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 259 Waverley Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 259 Waverley Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,620,300Additions$839,200Total$2,459,500
Tax Record2024$24,005 ($2,000 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,389 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,389 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,266 SqFtStories3Lot Size31,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1875ZoningSR1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:72 B:027 L:0009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 259 Waverley Avenue

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
Underwood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ward Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bigelow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton North 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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Listing Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate, Christman Johnsson Group; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Zachary Christman; Hammond Residential Real Estate, Pierre Johnsson

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