In a choice north Newton Centre neighborhood, this gorgeous updated home is only half of a mile to Whole Foods, Newton Centre village and the Green Line. With abundant curb appeal, the home offers professional landscaping, 6 plus bedrooms and a sensible floor plan. The house merges the appeal of original finishes with the comforts of modern living, including central AC on the top two levels. A covered front porch leads to the foyer, flanked by a great den and spacious living room with a gas fireplace. Open to the living room is a large dining room that leads to the updated kitchen with stainless appliances & a sunny breakfast area. There is also a powder room and a nice mudroom with a door to the patio & fenced grassy yard. On the second level is the primary bedroom with a fireplace and walk-in closet, plus 3 more bedrooms and a full bathroom. The third level has 2-3 more good bedrooms and another full bathroom. Partially finished lower level with a nice playroom, bonus room & laundry.
Sold for $1,770,000
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$1,770,000
169 Homer St, Newton, MA 02459
6beds
3,147sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
7,634 Square Feet Lot
$2,392,900 Zestimate®
$562/sqft
$6,563 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,392,900
$2.13M - $2.70M
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Gas fireplaceCentral acModern livingCovered front porchUpdated kitchenNewton centre villageBonus room
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Listed by:
Matt Montgomery Group 617-645-4280,
Compass 617-752-6845
Bought with:
Joelle Tomb
Engel & Volkers Wellesley
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73234810
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Third
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Countertops - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Wet bar, Closet, Chair Rail, Beadboard, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Bedroom, Office, Play Room, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Windows: Skylight
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,147
- Total interior livable area: 3,147 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,634 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: S:64 B:024 L:0002,700329
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $562/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,448,500
- Annual tax amount: $14,137
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/7/2024 | Sold | $1,770,000+1.1%$562/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73234810 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+436.8%$556/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73234810 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/1993 | Sold | $326,000$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,622 +3.4% | $1,492,000 +3% |
| 2024 | $14,137 +6% | $1,448,500 +10.5% |
| 2023 | $13,340 +4.5% | $1,310,400 +8% |
| 2022 | $12,764 +3.6% | $1,213,300 +6% |
| 2021 | $12,316 +3.1% | $1,144,600 |
| 2020 | $11,950 +2.9% | $1,144,600 +3% |
| 2019 | $11,613 +5% | $1,111,300 +8.7% |
| 2018 | $11,065 +3.2% | $1,022,600 +6% |
| 2017 | $10,727 +4.6% | $964,700 +7% |
| 2016 | $10,260 +4.9% | $901,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $9,783 +1.3% | $842,600 +5.8% |
| 2014 | $9,655 +5.5% | $796,600 |
| 2013 | $9,153 +2.9% | $796,600 |
| 2012 | $8,898 +2.9% | $796,600 +0.4% |
| 2011 | $8,647 -1.9% | $793,300 -6.3% |
| 2010 | $8,815 +2.4% | $846,800 -2% |
| 2009 | $8,606 +2.7% | $864,100 |
| 2008 | $8,382 -3.3% | $864,100 -7% |
| 2007 | $8,672 +2.7% | $929,500 +3% |
| 2006 | $8,446 +3.7% | $902,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $8,147 +3.9% | $859,400 +11.8% |
| 2004 | $7,839 +4.6% | $768,500 +12% |
| 2003 | $7,493 +14% | $686,200 +3.7% |
| 2002 | $6,574 +5.7% | $661,400 +28.2% |
| 2000 | $6,222 +12.7% | $515,900 +18.2% |
| 1999 | $5,519 | $436,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mason-Rice Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mason-Rice
- Middle: Brown
- High: South/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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