Welcome to this charming, well-maintained home at 12 Fessenden Street in the desirable Newtonville neighborhood of Newton. Built in 1947, this classic residence offers timeless character combined with comfortable living across two stories.The home features 7 well-proportioned rooms, including 4 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 baths. A warm and inviting living area is highlighted by a fireplace, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Natural light fills the interior, complementing the home’s thoughtful layout and enhancing its welcoming atmosphere.The kitchen and dining areas provide a functional flow for everyday living, while the steam heating system offers efficient and reliable comfort throughout the seasons. With approximately 1,484 square feet of living space, the home strikes an ideal balance between space and manageability. Exterior features include classic wood siding/shingles and an asphalt shingle roof, reflecting the home’s traditional New England.
Sold for $1,260,000
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$1,260,000
12 Fessenden St, Newton, MA 02460
4beds
1,484sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,020 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$849/sqft
$4,760 Estimated rent
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Thoughtful layoutAsphalt shingle roof
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Listed by:
Lois Goldman 508-272-4127,
Premier Real Estate Services 508-655-3011
Bought with:
Dan Li
Keller Williams Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73506423
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,484
- Total interior livable area: 1,484 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,484
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Lot
- Size: 7,020 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 684446
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $849/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $903,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,759
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Sold | $1,260,000+5.2%$849/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73506423 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Contingent | $1,198,000$807/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73506423 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,198,000$807/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73506423 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,437 +3.4% | $860,900 +3% |
| 2024 | $8,157 +5.7% | $835,800 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $7,717 +4.5% | $758,100 +8% |
| 2022 | $7,384 +3.6% | $701,900 +6% |
| 2021 | $7,125 +3.1% | $662,200 |
| 2020 | $6,913 +2.9% | $662,200 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,718 +4.8% | $642,900 +8.5% |
| 2018 | $6,412 +3.1% | $592,600 +6% |
| 2017 | $6,217 +4.6% | $559,100 +7% |
| 2016 | $5,946 +4.9% | $522,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $5,669 +0.4% | $488,300 +4.8% |
| 2014 | $5,647 +5.5% | $465,900 |
| 2013 | $5,353 +2.9% | $465,900 |
| 2012 | $5,204 +3% | $465,900 +0.5% |
| 2011 | $5,052 +2.6% | $463,500 -2% |
| 2010 | $4,924 +2.4% | $473,000 -2% |
| 2009 | $4,808 +2.7% | $482,700 |
| 2008 | $4,682 +0.6% | $482,700 -3.2% |
| 2007 | $4,655 +2.7% | $498,900 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,534 +3.7% | $484,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,373 +1.1% | $461,300 +8.8% |
| 2004 | $4,324 +4.6% | $423,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $4,133 +9.9% | $378,500 |
| 2002 | $3,762 +5.6% | $378,500 +28.2% |
| 2000 | $3,561 +4.8% | $295,300 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,399 | $268,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Nonantum
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Horace Mann
- Middle: Day
- High: Newton North
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02460
- Nonantum
- 12 Fessenden St
