Beautifully renovated single-floor ranch offering effortless one-level living in one of Newton's desirable neighborhoods. This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home has been thoughtfully updated with every major upgrade already complete, so you can simply move in and enjoy. The sun-filled main level features hardwood floors, new windows throughout. Beautiful skylight windows in both the dining room and primary bedroom pour in natural light year-round. The renovated kitchen boasts new cabinetry and modern finishes, ideal for everyday cooking and entertaining. Both full bathrooms have been tastefully updated with fresh fixtures and clean, contemporary design. The partially finished lower level provides valuable bonus space - perfect for an home office, playroom, or media room, plus a half bath and generous storages. A new electric water heater rounds out the list of big-ticket updates. Located near top-rated Newton schools, commuter rail, the Green Line, shops and restaurants.
For sale
Price cut: $50K (7/28)
$1,295,000
138 Tolman St, Newton, MA 02465
3beds
2,610sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
10,020 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$496/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Effortless one-level livingHardwood floorsRenovated kitchenSun-filled main levelBeautifully renovated single-floor ranchNew windows throughoutGenerous storage
- 64 days |
- 2,107 |
- 78 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gohar Meliksetyan 857-498-9045,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham 781-893-0808
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73537789
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Home Office, Exercise Room, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Doors: Insulated Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,610
- Total interior livable area: 2,610 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,804
- Finished area below ground: 806
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood, Storage
Lot
- Size: 10,020 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: M:0044 B:0011 L:0017,692500
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Conservation Area, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $496/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,137,900
- Annual tax amount: $11,026
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Exclusions: The Sellers Are Willing To Remove Window Curtains And Rods.
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$5,902/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $1,295,000-3.7%$496/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $1,345,000-3.6%$515/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+53.6%$534/sqft |
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| 6/5/2024 | Sold | $908,250-4.9%$348/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1356029 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2024 | Pending sale | $954,900$366/sqft |
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| 4/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $954,900+3.2%$366/sqft |
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| 8/12/2022 | Listing removed | $925,000$354/sqft |
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| 7/15/2022 | Contingent | $925,000$354/sqft |
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| 6/8/2022 | Price change | $925,000-9.8%$354/sqft |
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| 5/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,025,000+28.1%$393/sqft |
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| 5/9/2019 | Listing removed | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 1/3/2019 | Pending sale | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 1/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 10/10/2018 | Listing removed | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 9/26/2018 | Pending sale | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 9/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 7/5/2018 | Listing removed | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 6/21/2018 | Pending sale | $800,000$307/sqft |
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| 6/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $800,000+7.2%$307/sqft |
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| 2/13/2018 | Listing removed | $746,214$286/sqft |
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| 1/3/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,620 +3.4% | $1,083,700 +3% |
| 2024 | $10,268 +5.3% | $1,052,100 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $9,748 +4.5% | $957,600 +8% |
| 2022 | $9,328 +3.6% | $886,700 +6% |
| 2021 | $9,001 +3.1% | $836,500 |
| 2020 | $8,733 +2.9% | $836,500 +3% |
| 2019 | $8,486 +5.6% | $812,100 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $8,033 +3.1% | $742,400 +6% |
| 2017 | $7,788 +4.6% | $700,400 +7% |
| 2016 | $7,449 +4.9% | $654,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $7,103 +1.5% | $611,800 +6% |
| 2014 | $6,998 +5.5% | $577,400 |
| 2013 | $6,634 +2.9% | $577,400 |
| 2012 | $6,450 | $577,400 -2.4% |
| 2011 | $6,450 +2.6% | $591,700 -2% |
| 2010 | $6,286 +2.4% | $603,800 -2% |
| 2009 | $6,136 +2.7% | $616,100 |
| 2008 | $5,976 +9.3% | $616,100 +5.2% |
| 2007 | $5,466 +2.7% | $585,800 +3% |
| 2006 | $5,323 +3.7% | $568,700 +5% |
| 2005 | $5,134 +2.8% | $541,600 +10.6% |
| 2004 | $4,996 +4.6% | $489,800 +12% |
| 2003 | $4,775 +9.8% | $437,300 |
| 2002 | $4,347 +5.2% | $437,300 +27.6% |
| 2000 | $4,133 +4.8% | $342,700 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,944 | $311,800 |
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Neighborhood: West Newton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin Elementary
- Middle: F A Day School
- High: Newton North High School
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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