This gracious Center Entrance Colonial is located in an established neighborhood with an ideal commuter location. Upon entering a foyer offers a respite from the cold. The traditional front hall highlights the lustrous hardwood floors, classic center staircase and easy flow to every room. First floor features include a Living Room with an adjoining sunroom charming window seats and book shelves. The Dining Room allows entry to a screened porch and the adjoining updated kitchen with center island, Wolfe stove and ample storage. Off the kitchen is a powder room and access to the connecting walkway to the porch and landscaped lawn. High ceilings and plentiful windows deliver enormous light throughout this home. A graceful center stair leads to the second floor hall off of which are two corner bedrooms, a family bath, and a primary suite with updated bath and laundry. The third floor offers two bonus bedrooms and a full bathroom. A two car garage and basement finish this home.
Sold for $2,000,000
$2,000,000
23 Converse Ave, Newton, MA 02458
5beds
3,012sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
9,842 Square Feet Lot
$2,453,100 Zestimate®
$664/sqft
$6,241 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,453,100
$2.23M - $2.72M
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Traditional front hallCenter islandLustrous hardwood floorsUpdated bathHigh ceilingsEnormous light throughoutPlentiful windows
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Listed by:
Wendy Pannebaker Matthews 617-275-3233,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644,
Concierge Home Sales By the Kerzner Group 617-413-3598
Bought with:
The Jeff Groper Group
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73196749
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- 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: Third
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cabinets - Upgraded, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Exterior Access
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Window Seat
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: Cabinets - Upgraded, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window Seat, Bathroom, Sun Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bulkhead,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,012
- Total interior livable area: 3,012 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Driveway, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden
Lot
- Size: 9,842 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: S:13 B:013 L:0003,683180
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, Other, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/23/2024 | Sold | $2,000,000+5.3%$664/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73196749 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2024 | Contingent | $1,899,000$630/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73196749 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,899,000$630/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73196749 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,383 +3.4% | $1,569,700 +3% |
| 2024 | $14,874 +4.7% | $1,524,000 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $14,209 +4.5% | $1,395,800 +8% |
| 2022 | $13,596 +3.6% | $1,292,400 +6% |
| 2021 | $13,119 +3.1% | $1,219,200 |
| 2020 | $12,728 +2.9% | $1,219,200 +3% |
| 2019 | $12,370 +5.1% | $1,183,700 +8.9% |
| 2018 | $11,765 +3.1% | $1,087,300 +6% |
| 2017 | $11,407 +4.6% | $1,025,800 +7% |
| 2016 | $10,910 +4.9% | $958,700 +7% |
| 2015 | $10,403 -0.1% | $896,000 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $10,418 +5.5% | $859,600 |
| 2013 | $9,877 +2.9% | $859,600 |
| 2012 | $9,602 +1.6% | $859,600 -0.8% |
| 2011 | $9,447 +2.6% | $866,700 -2% |
| 2010 | $9,207 +2.9% | $884,400 -1.5% |
| 2009 | $8,946 +2.7% | $898,200 |
| 2008 | $8,713 +2.4% | $898,200 -1.5% |
| 2007 | $8,509 +2.7% | $912,000 +3% |
| 2006 | $8,287 +3.7% | $885,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $7,994 +1.1% | $843,200 +8.8% |
| 2004 | $7,904 +4.6% | $774,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $7,556 +9.9% | $691,900 |
| 2002 | $6,877 +6.6% | $691,900 +29.4% |
| 2000 | $6,451 -3.7% | $534,900 +1% |
| 1999 | $6,701 | $529,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newtonville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10CabotGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Bigelow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cabot
- Middle: Day * Bigelow
- High: Newton 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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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02458
- Newtonville
- 23 Converse Ave
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