This is a rare opportunity atop one of Newton’s most coveted hilltop locations. Winner of the Newton Beautification Award and featured in a local design magazine, this original farmhouse—held by fewer than five owners—blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates and exceptional future potential. Surrounded by $5–$6.5M homes, the setting is truly premier. This is an opportunity to build your dream home.
Lot/land
Price cut: $112 (6/15)
$2,099,888
243 Upland Ave, Newton, MA 02461
--beds
0baths
0.6Acres
Residential
Built in ----
0.6 Acres Lot
$2,047,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 34 days |
- 261 |
- 2 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Adam Kotkin 617-694-7356,
Red Tree Real Estate 617-487-8015
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73532809
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Features
- Has basement: No
Property
Lot
- Size: 0.6 Acres
- Features: Level, Rolling Slope, Elevated, Wooded, Steep Slope
Details
- Parcel number: S:83 B:027 L:0027,707518
- Zoning: SR2
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: On-Site
- Gas: On-Site
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,579,300
- Annual tax amount: $15,477
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$2,047,300
Estimated sales range
$1.94M - $2.15M
Rent Zestimate®
$6,635/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $2,099,8880% |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listed for rent | $13,000 |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $2,100,000-2.3% |
Source: MLS PIN #73516643 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000-2.3% |
Source: MLS PIN #73516643 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listing removed | $2,200,000 |
Source: MLS PIN #73488294 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2026 | Price change | $2,200,000-2.2% |
Source: MLS PIN #73488294 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Price change | $2,250,000-4.3% |
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| 3/31/2026 | Price change | $2,350,000-6% |
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| 3/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000+723.2% |
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| 9/26/1990 | Sold | $303,700 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,477 +3.4% | $1,579,300 +3% |
| 2024 | $14,965 +4.5% | $1,533,300 +9% |
| 2023 | $14,319 +4.5% | $1,406,600 +8% |
| 2022 | $13,701 +3.6% | $1,302,400 +6% |
| 2021 | $13,221 +3.1% | $1,228,700 |
| 2020 | $12,828 +2.9% | $1,228,700 +3% |
| 2019 | $12,466 +0.8% | $1,192,900 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $12,361 +3.1% | $1,142,400 +6% |
| 2017 | $11,984 +4.6% | $1,077,700 +7% |
| 2016 | $11,462 +4.9% | $1,007,200 +7% |
| 2015 | $10,928 -1.2% | $941,300 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $11,066 +2.2% | $913,000 -3.1% |
| 2013 | $10,828 +6.2% | $942,400 +3.2% |
| 2012 | $10,198 +3.9% | $913,000 +1.4% |
| 2011 | $9,812 +2.7% | $900,200 -1.9% |
| 2010 | $9,557 +2.4% | $918,100 -2% |
| 2009 | $9,331 +2.7% | $936,800 |
| 2008 | $9,087 -4.2% | $936,800 -7.9% |
| 2007 | $9,486 +2.7% | $1,016,700 +3% |
| 2006 | $9,239 +3.7% | $987,100 +5% |
| 2005 | $8,912 -0.2% | $940,100 +7.4% |
| 2004 | $8,926 +4.6% | $875,100 +12% |
| 2003 | $8,532 +9.9% | $781,300 |
| 2002 | $7,766 +1.5% | $781,300 +23.1% |
| 2000 | $7,652 +7.7% | $634,500 +13% |
| 1999 | $7,103 | $561,500 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
Principal & interest
$1,547Mortgage insurance
$0Property taxes
$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
$0Utilities
Not includedAll calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Newton Upper Falls
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Countryside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Countryside
- Middle: Brown
- High: Newton South
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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