This elegant Colonial offers timeless character and exceptional space, featuring 6 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, high ceilings, and beautiful period details. From the wrap porch enter a gracious foyer with a turned staircase to set the tone, leading to a large, beam-accented living room and a formal dining room with a bay window that flows seamlessly into the eat-in kitchen. A half bath and screened porch complete the main level. The second floor includes four bedrooms and two full baths, highlighted by a spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet, fireplace, and en suite bath. The third floor provides two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a private office—ideal for guests or flexible living. A walkout lower level offers a media room with glass doors opening to a mostly level, private yard, creating the perfect setting for indoor-outdoor living. Set in a coveted location, the home offers close proximity to the commuter rail, major highways, shops and restaurants. A Gem!
For sale
$2,300,000
189 Mount Vernon St, Newton, MA 02465
6beds
4,545sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
0.27 Acres Lot
$2,254,600 Zestimate®
$506/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wrap porchScreened porchEat-in kitchenMostly level private yardBeautiful period detailsWalkout lower levelPrivate office
- 58 days |
- 821 |
- 29 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Noreen Boyce 617-749-5308,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-332-1400
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73513147
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Closet, Bathroom - Full, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Bedroom, Bathroom, Office, Mud Room
- Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,545
- Total interior livable area: 4,545 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,017
- Finished area below ground: 528
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Sprinkler System
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 686881
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping
- Subdivision: West Newton Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $506/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,087,900
- Annual tax amount: $20,231
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Estimated market value
$2,254,600
$2.14M - $2.37M
$7,738/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000+35.7%$506/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73513147 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2018 | Sold | $1,695,000$373/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2018 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$373/sqft |
Source: Hammond Residential Real Estate #72278823 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+37.4%$373/sqft |
Source: Hammond Residential Real Estate #72278823 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2014 | Sold | $1,234,000-5%$272/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2014 | Price change | $1,299,000-1.5%$286/sqft |
Source: Hammond Residential R. E. #71657943 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2014 | Price change | $1,319,000-5.4%$290/sqft |
Source: Hammond Residential R. E. #71657943 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+278%$307/sqft |
Source: Hammond Residential R. E. #71657943 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/1989 | Sold | $369,000$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,487 +3.4% | $1,988,500 +3% |
| 2024 | $18,843 +4.3% | $1,930,600 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $18,062 +4.5% | $1,774,300 +8% |
| 2022 | $17,283 +3.6% | $1,642,900 +6% |
| 2021 | $16,677 +3.1% | $1,549,900 |
| 2020 | $16,181 +2.9% | $1,549,900 +3% |
| 2019 | $15,725 +13% | $1,504,800 +17% |
| 2018 | $13,919 +3.1% | $1,286,400 +6% |
| 2017 | $13,495 +4.6% | $1,213,600 +7% |
| 2016 | $12,907 +26.4% | $1,134,200 +28.9% |
| 2015 | $10,212 +16.7% | $879,600 +21.9% |
| 2014 | $8,747 +6.1% | $721,700 +0.6% |
| 2013 | $8,246 +2.9% | $717,700 |
| 2012 | $8,017 +1.2% | $717,700 -1.3% |
| 2011 | $7,922 +2.6% | $726,800 -2% |
| 2010 | $7,720 +2.4% | $741,600 -2% |
| 2009 | $7,537 +2.7% | $756,700 |
| 2008 | $7,340 -6% | $756,700 -9.6% |
| 2007 | $7,807 +8.6% | $836,800 +9% |
| 2006 | $7,188 +3.7% | $768,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $6,934 +3.2% | $731,400 +11% |
| 2004 | $6,720 +4.6% | $658,800 +12% |
| 2003 | $6,423 +9.9% | $588,200 |
| 2002 | $5,847 +6% | $588,200 +28.6% |
| 2000 | $5,516 +4.8% | $457,400 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $5,265 | $416,200 |
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Neighborhood: West Newton
Nearby schools
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- 9/10CabotGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02465
- West Newton
- 189 Mount Vernon St
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