Nestled on a spectacular .43 acre corner lot in one of Newton's most sought-after neighborhoods, this stately brick English Manor Colonial offers timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Surrounded by mature trees, the property commands a presence rarely found in today’s market. A gracious entry foyer welcomes you with a stunning bridal staircase and soaring ceilings. Rich period details abound, including exquisite quarter-sawn oak paneling in the formal dining room and intricate moldings and millwork that showcase the home's enduring quality. The expansive family room features a handsome fireplace and an abundance of floor-to-ceiling windows, filling the home with natural light. The second floor offers five generous bedrooms and a third-floor bonus room provides flexible space for guests, a home office, or additional living area. A unique feature is the home's two driveways, including a separate curb cut on quiet Ruthven Road, providing convenient access and additional parking
For sale
$2,795,000
231 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458
5beds
4,816sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
0.43 Acres Lot
$2,713,500 Zestimate®
$580/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Handsome fireplaceIntricate moldings and millworkFive generous bedroomsExpansive family roomSurrounded by mature treesAbundance of floor-to-ceiling windowsSoaring ceilings
- 67 days
- 1,254
- 94
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Listed by:
Taylor Blacker 617-699-7648,
Luxury Residential Group, LLC 617-233-5800
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73542510
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,816
- Total interior livable area: 4,816 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,816
- Finished area below ground: 2,048
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 702848
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $580/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,374,500
- Annual tax amount: $23,009
- Date on market: 6/26/2026
Estimated market value
$2,713,500
$2.58M - $2.85M
$7,673/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,795,000+277.7%$580/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73542510 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/1996 | Sold | $740,000$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,162 +3.4% | $2,261,400 +3% |
| 2024 | $21,428 +3.9% | $2,195,500 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $20,625 +4.5% | $2,026,000 +8% |
| 2022 | $19,734 +3.6% | $1,875,900 +6% |
| 2021 | $19,042 +3.1% | $1,769,700 |
| 2020 | $18,476 +2.9% | $1,769,700 +3% |
| 2019 | $17,955 +1.7% | $1,718,200 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $17,654 +3.1% | $1,631,600 +6% |
| 2017 | $17,116 +4.6% | $1,539,200 +7% |
| 2016 | $16,370 +4.9% | $1,438,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $15,608 +0.7% | $1,344,400 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $15,505 +5.5% | $1,279,300 |
| 2013 | $14,699 -2.4% | $1,279,300 -5.2% |
| 2012 | $15,067 +3.5% | $1,348,900 +1% |
| 2011 | $14,559 +2.6% | $1,335,700 -2% |
| 2010 | $14,189 +2.4% | $1,363,000 -2% |
| 2009 | $13,852 +2.7% | $1,390,800 |
| 2008 | $13,491 +0.2% | $1,390,800 -3.6% |
| 2007 | $13,466 +2.7% | $1,443,300 +3% |
| 2006 | $13,116 +3.7% | $1,401,300 +5% |
| 2005 | $12,652 +2.9% | $1,334,600 +10.8% |
| 2004 | $12,291 +4.6% | $1,205,000 +12% |
| 2003 | $11,749 +9.9% | $1,075,900 |
| 2002 | $10,694 +11.2% | $1,075,900 +35% |
| 2000 | $9,613 +4.8% | $797,100 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $9,174 | $725,200 |
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Neighborhood: Newton Corner
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Underwood
- Middle: 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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