288 Waban Avenue

Newton, MA 02468

$2,471,750
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,154 Sq. Ft.
$480 / Sq. Ft.
5,154
Sq. Ft.
$480
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Brimming with character and charm this gracious home sits on a beautifully landscaped private lot in wonderful Waban! Much admired stone front expanded Craftsman Cottage offers a versatile floor plan with five bedrooms, two private offices, music room and lovely spacious living areas. Unique details include exposed brick, beautiful wall of windows, dramatic ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors and three car garage. Spacious and well equipped kitchen with double ovens and large eating area opens to...Brimming with character and charm this gracious home sits on a beautifully landscaped private lot in wonderful Waban! Much admired stone front expanded Craftsman Cottage offers a versatile floor plan with five bedrooms, two private offices, music room and lovely spacious living areas. Unique details include exposed brick, beautiful wall of windows, dramatic ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors and three car garage. Spacious and well equipped kitchen with double ovens and large eating area opens to step-down warm and inviting family room. Relax by the fireplace, flooded with natural light from architectural windows, vaulted ceilings and magnificent deck overlooking gorgeous and private grounds. This room seamlessly connects nature to everyday living. Great space in lower level with exercise room and playroom. Added bonus is a one bedroom walk-out legal apartment with kitchen, bedroom and separate entrance. You will be proud to call this enchanted home your own! Call today for a showing!
  1. Listed by Petrone-Hunter Realty Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Property Details for 288 Waban Avenue

Town
Newton
Area
MA-Newton
Architectural Style
Cottage, Craftsman, Other (See Remarks)
Style
Garden, Cottage, Craftsman, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
6

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 09:22 AM

Property Details for 288 Waban Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #72728458
Days on Market24
Taxes$24,211 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1920
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 288 Waban Avenue

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.53 AC / 22,946 SF

Payment Calculator

$15,507 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,489

Property Taxes

$2,018

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 288 Waban Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 5154.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • 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: Angier
  • High School: Newton South
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Partially Finished, Walk Out
  • 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: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Laminate
  • Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Ceiling - Cathedral, Slider, Bathroom - Full, Home Office, Home Office-Separate Entry, Sitting Room, Exercise Room, Game Room, Accessory Apt.
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Deck, Patio
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive
  • Parking Features: Side Entry
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 260.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 20.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 399.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom5 Length: 19.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 21.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 168.0
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 324.0
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider
  • Family Room Length: 18.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 18.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 624.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 24.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 26.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 300.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 20.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 180.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Office Length: 12.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 15.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: see broker about stove top and AC and Heat. Second laundry in basement
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: S:55 B:037 L:0004,697453
  • Assessments: $2,319,100
  • Book: 24699
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: SR2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 6
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 288 Waban Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 288 Waban Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,608,700Additions$1,400,600Total$3,009,300
Tax Record2024$29,371 ($2,448 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,926 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,926 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt862 SqFtStories2Lot Size22,946 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningSR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNNEWT S:55 B:037 L:0004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 288 Waban Avenue

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 - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Angier Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Charles E Brown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton South High School
Public9 to 12

St John The Evangelist School
PrivatePK to 6

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