Welcome to 185 Christina Street in desirable Newton Highlands—a thoughtfully renovated 4 bed, 2.5 bath Cape with personality spanning three levels of living. The home was intentionally renovated to prioritize comfort, predictability, privacy, and reduced sensory overload. The first floor is an inviting open-concept layout anchored by the sunny living room with hardwood floors, beamed ceiling, and fireplace. The bright, updated kitchen is the heart of the home featuring a butcher block peninsula with bar seating and pendant lighting, generous cabinetry and shelving, GE appliance suite, tiled backsplash, and two sinks. A sun-filled dining room opens to the lush and fully fenced and level backyard. The main floor has 2 bedrooms and a half bath with laundry. Upstairs offers 2 generous bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and storage and a large full bath with tub. The finished lower level features a spacious family room and second full bath with shower. Outside, enjoy low-maintenance plantings!
Sold for $1,150,000
$1,150,000
185 Christina St, Newton, MA 02461
4beds
1,603sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,592 Square Feet Lot
$1,113,900 Zestimate®
$717/sqft
$5,519 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,113,900
$1.04M - $1.20M
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Bright updated kitchenBeamed ceilingInviting open-concept layoutHardwood floorsTiled backsplashGe appliance suiteGenerous cabinetry and shelving
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Listed by:
The Collective 617-807-0853,
Compass 617-206-3333
Bought with:
Benjamin Ginsburg
Redfin Corp.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73514208
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 213.13
- Dimensions: 13.75 x 15.5
Bedroom 2
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 189.83
- Dimensions: 11.33 x 16.75
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 150.33
- Dimensions: 13.67 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 95.83
- Dimensions: 10 x 9.58
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Wainscoting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 53.08
- Dimensions: 8.17 x 6.5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Second
- Area: 66
- Dimensions: 8 x 8.25
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Basement
- Area: 40.9
- Dimensions: 5.17 x 7.92
Dining room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant, Beadboard
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 87.89
- Dimensions: 9.33 x 9.42
Family room
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Basement
- Area: 342.21
- Dimensions: 15.92 x 21.5
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 146.21
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 10.08
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 181.08
- Dimensions: 13.67 x 13.25
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, Wainscoting, First Floor
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,603
- Total interior livable area: 1,603 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,301
- Finished area below ground: 302
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,592 Square Feet
- Features: Easements, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0083 B:0032 L:0011,707710
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Solar Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $717/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $898,100
- Annual tax amount: $8,703
- Date on market: 6/14/2026
- Exclusions: Teapot Pendant Light Above The Kitchen Sink And Dragon Decoration In Half Bath.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Sold | $1,150,000+21.1%$717/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73514208 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2026 | Pending sale | $950,000$593/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73514208 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Contingent | $950,000$593/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73514208 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000+115.9%$593/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73514208 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2009 | Sold | $440,000-2%$274/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2009 | Listed for sale | $449,000-10%$280/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #70902667 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2009 | Listing removed | $499,000$311/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #70902667 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2009 | Listed for sale | $499,000$311/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #70902667 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,099 +5.9% | $826,400 +5.5% |
| 2024 | $7,648 +5.3% | $783,600 +9.8% |
| 2023 | $7,265 +4.5% | $713,700 +8% |
| 2022 | $6,952 +6% | $660,800 +8.4% |
| 2021 | $6,559 +3.1% | $609,600 |
| 2020 | $6,364 +2.9% | $609,600 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,184 +5% | $591,800 +8.7% |
| 2018 | $5,888 +0.1% | $544,200 +2.8% |
| 2017 | $5,885 +4.5% | $529,200 +7% |
| 2016 | $5,629 +4.9% | $494,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $5,366 +6% | $462,200 +10.7% |
| 2014 | $5,061 +3.6% | $417,600 -1.7% |
| 2013 | $4,883 +2.9% | $425,000 |
| 2012 | $4,747 | $425,000 -2.4% |
| 2011 | $4,747 +2.6% | $435,500 -2% |
| 2010 | $4,626 +2.4% | $444,400 -2% |
| 2009 | $4,517 +2.7% | $453,500 |
| 2008 | $4,399 -5.5% | $453,500 -9.1% |
| 2007 | $4,654 +2.7% | $498,800 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,533 +3.7% | $484,300 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,372 +11.2% | $461,200 +19.7% |
| 2004 | $3,930 +4.6% | $385,300 +12% |
| 2003 | $3,756 +9.9% | $344,000 |
| 2002 | $3,419 +5.4% | $344,000 +27.9% |
| 2000 | $3,244 +4.7% | $269,000 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,097 | $244,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Upper Falls
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Countryside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Countryside
- Middle: Brown
- High: Newton South
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
- 02461
- Newton Upper Falls
- 185 Christina St
