Well cared for Garrison Colonial Surrounded by Trees & Overlooks Fessenden School Field, Many New Systems: High Efficiency Gas Heating / Hot Water, Solar Electric. 4 Large Bedrooms, Lots of Living Space Large Living Room with Fireplace & View, Dining Room with Picture Window Overlooks Yard, Large Modern Kitchen with Stainless Appliances, Ample Counter Space, Vented Hood, Side by Side Fridge Filtered Ice/Water Dispenser, New Dishwasher, Wood Cabinets, Walk out to Large Private Deck. Family Room / Den perfect for movie Nights. Exercise Room / Playroom / Office Space or Arts & Crafts Room, Laundry Downstairs, Ample Storage in Basement, Attached Garage, Shed. Energy Efficient Windows and Doors, Window AC's for most Rooms, Available Furnished or Unfurnished. Public Transportation Trains to Both South & North Station, Porter Square & Back Bay, Green D-Line Service, Charles River Bike Path, W. Newton Square Bike Lane, Buses 556, 553, 554, Near Conservation Areas, Parks, Pool, Ice Rink, Shops
Sold for $1,285,000
$1,285,000
251 Waltham St, Newton, MA 02465
4beds
2,821sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
7,872 Square Feet Lot
$1,296,600 Zestimate®
$456/sqft
$5,350 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,296,600
$1.21M - $1.40M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Benjamin Spunt 617-734-5050,
Benjamin Realty 617-734-5050,
Benjamin Spunt 617-734-5050
Bought with:
Benjamin Spunt
Benjamin Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73381264
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 20
- Dimensions: 5 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Low Flow Toilet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Range
- Laundry: Lighting - Overhead, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Exercise Room
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,821
- Total interior livable area: 2,821 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,374
- Finished area below ground: 447
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard, Drought Tolerant/Water Conserving Landscaping, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
- Frontage length: 76.00
Lot
- Size: 7,872 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Foundation area: 1728
- Parcel number: 689599
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Garrison
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Net Meter
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
- Energy generation: Solar
- Water conservation: Water-Smart Landscaping
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $1,285,000-3.4%$456/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Price change | $1,329,995-3.6%$471/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $1,379,995-1.4%$489/sqft |
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| 6/28/2025 | Price change | $1,399,995-3.4%$496/sqft |
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| 5/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,449,995+25%$514/sqft |
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| 8/31/2021 | Sold | $1,160,000-1.3%$411/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72835952 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2021 | Pending sale | $1,175,000$417/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72835952 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2021 | Contingent | $1,175,000$417/sqft |
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| 6/18/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000$417/sqft |
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| 6/4/2021 | Pending sale | $1,175,000$417/sqft |
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| 5/21/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+340.3%$417/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72835952 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2019 | Listing removed | $4,200$1/sqft |
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| 3/23/2019 | Listed for rent | $4,200+0.1%$1/sqft |
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| 12/13/2018 | Listing removed | $4,197$1/sqft |
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| 12/11/2018 | Price change | $4,197-0.1%$1/sqft |
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| 10/3/2018 | Price change | $4,200-4.5%$1/sqft |
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| 8/1/2018 | Listed for rent | $4,400$2/sqft |
Source: HMW Real Estate, LLC #72372146 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/1996 | Sold | $266,888$95/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,342 +3.4% | $1,157,300 +3% |
| 2024 | $10,966 +5.9% | $1,123,600 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $10,357 +10.9% | $1,017,400 +14.6% |
| 2022 | $9,340 +3.6% | $887,800 +6% |
| 2021 | $9,012 +3.1% | $837,500 |
| 2020 | $8,744 +2.9% | $837,500 +3% |
| 2019 | $8,497 +4.9% | $813,100 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $8,099 +3.1% | $748,500 +6% |
| 2017 | $7,852 +4.6% | $706,100 +7% |
| 2016 | $7,510 +4.9% | $659,900 +7% |
| 2015 | $7,160 +0.1% | $616,700 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $7,152 +5.5% | $590,100 |
| 2013 | $6,780 +2.9% | $590,100 |
| 2012 | $6,591 +2.1% | $590,100 -0.3% |
| 2011 | $6,453 +2.6% | $592,000 -2% |
| 2010 | $6,289 +2.4% | $604,100 -2% |
| 2009 | $6,139 +2.7% | $616,400 |
| 2008 | $5,979 -0.9% | $616,400 -4.7% |
| 2007 | $6,033 +2.7% | $646,600 +3% |
| 2006 | $5,876 +3.7% | $627,800 +5% |
| 2005 | $5,668 +1% | $597,900 +8.7% |
| 2004 | $5,611 +4.6% | $550,100 +12% |
| 2003 | $5,364 +9.9% | $491,200 |
| 2002 | $4,883 +6.4% | $491,200 +29.1% |
| 2000 | $4,590 +4.8% | $380,600 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $4,381 | $346,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Newton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin
- Middle: Day
- 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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