OFFER ACCEPTED. OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED. A rare offering of a stunning 2016 new construction Newton townhome. Still like-new! From the lovely walkway, step into the 1st floor with a glass-wrapped sunfilled room perfect as an office or bedroom. The 2nd floor has a chef's kitchen with gas cooking, white cabinets, granite top island & JENN-AIR S.S. appliances, a dining area, half bathroom, laundry area, & spacious living room. The top floor features 2 bedrooms and 2 marble bathrooms, one en-suite with a custom shower & double closets. Choice materials, high ceilings, hardwood floors, ample storage & abundant natural light throughout. Enjoy the comforts of gas heat, central AC & a large heated 2-car garage. More storage space is in the basement. This 4 unit owner-managed association is well-maintained & boasts low HOA fees. Situated in a prime Nonantum location near the picturesque Charles River Greenway trails, biking trails, nearby parks, tennis & picklball courts, and more.
Sold for $1,220,000
$1,220,000
198 California St #1, Newton, MA 02458
3beds
1,700sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 2016
8,294 Square Feet Lot
$1,213,200 Zestimate®
$718/sqft
$3,874 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,213,200
$1.12M - $1.32M
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Custom showerCentral acGas heatHardwood floorsMarble bathroomsGranite top islandWhite cabinets
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Listed by:
Andrew Stuckey 617-841-8308,
Keep It Realty, LLC 617-977-4070,
Andrew Stuckey 617-841-8308
Bought with:
Jack Yang
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73349085
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 187.49
- Dimensions: 16.92 x 11.08
Bedroom 2
- Level: Third
- Area: 188.3
- Dimensions: 15.58 x 12.08
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 153.61
- Dimensions: 11.67 x 13.17
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 6 x 5.83
Bathroom 2
- Level: Third
- Area: 59.37
- Dimensions: 6.92 x 8.58
Bathroom 3
- Level: Third
- Area: 42.2
- Dimensions: 4.92 x 8.58
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 329.17
- Dimensions: 19.75 x 16.67
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 320.94
- Dimensions: 19.75 x 16.25
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street)
Lot
- Size: 8,294 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: S:11 B:011 L:0007,682101
- Zoning: BU1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School
HOA
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $196 monthly
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $718/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $956,300
- Annual tax amount: $9,372
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Exclusions: Furniture And Decor Are Not Included In The Sale.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/2/2025 | Sold | $1,220,000+6.2%$718/sqft |
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| 3/29/2025 | Contingent | $1,149,000$676/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,149,000+43.6%$676/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73349085 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2016 | Sold | $800,000-1.2%$471/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2016 | Sold | $810,000+48.6%$476/sqft |
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| 10/17/2013 | Sold | $545,000-6%$321/sqft |
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| 7/3/2013 | Price change | $579,900-5.7%$341/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Gelineau & Assoc. #71542067 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2013 | Listed for sale | $615,250$362/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Gelineau & Assoc. #71542067 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,372 +3.4% | $956,300 +3% |
| 2024 | $9,061 +2% | $928,400 +6.4% |
| 2023 | $8,886 +1.6% | $872,900 +5% |
| 2022 | $8,745 +3.6% | $831,300 +6% |
| 2021 | $8,438 +3.1% | $784,200 |
| 2020 | $8,187 +2.9% | $784,200 +3% |
| 2019 | $7,957 -1% | $761,400 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $8,036 -25.7% | $742,700 -23.6% |
| 2017 | $10,809 +81.5% | $972,000 +85.8% |
| 2016 | $5,954 +4.9% | $523,200 +7% |
| 2015 | $5,677 +10.7% | $489,000 +15.6% |
| 2014 | $5,126 +5.5% | $422,900 |
| 2013 | $4,859 +2.9% | $422,900 |
| 2012 | $4,724 +1% | $422,900 -1.5% |
| 2011 | $4,678 +2.6% | $429,200 -2% |
| 2010 | $4,560 -0.7% | $438,000 -5% |
| 2009 | $4,592 +2.7% | $461,000 |
| 2008 | $4,472 -9.2% | $461,000 -12.6% |
| 2007 | $4,923 +2.7% | $527,700 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,795 +1.7% | $512,300 +3% |
| 2005 | $4,715 +34.3% | $497,400 +44.5% |
| 2004 | $3,511 +6.5% | $344,200 +14% |
| 2003 | $3,297 +9.9% | $301,900 |
| 2002 | $3,001 +6.2% | $301,900 +28.8% |
| 2000 | $2,827 +4.8% | $234,400 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $2,698 | $213,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Nonantum
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lincoln-Eliot Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Bigelow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln-Eliot
- Middle: Bigelow
- High: 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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