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    • $2,795,000

    231 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458

    5beds
    4,816sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1906
    0.43 Acres Lot
    $2,702,500 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
    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
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    Listed by:

    Taylor Blacker 617-699-7648,

    Luxury Residential Group, LLC 617-233-5800

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73542510

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      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

        $2,702,500

        $2.57M - $2.84M

        $7,752/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/26/2026Listed for sale$2,795,000+277.7%$580/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73542510 Report a problem
        5/31/1996Sold$740,000$154/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Newton Corner

        Getting around

        37 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        43 / 100
        Some Transit
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Underwood
        • Middle: Bigelow
        • High: Newton North

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