A rare great value offering the best of both worlds—a beautifully maintained, move-in ready home paired with exceptional expansion potential on a hard-to-find rectangular, level 12,000+ sq ft lot. This property features a 3,375 sq ft, 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with soaring ceilings, a 2-car garage, an in-ground swimming pool with cabana, a wide driveway, and the possibility for a significant private yard. The kitchen features excellent cabinet space, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a large dining area. The home's flexible layout includes a first floor bedroom with adjacent full bath and a finished walk-out lower level with full bath. Whether you enjoy it as it is or explore the many possibilities this expansive lot offers, the value-add opportunity is undeniable. Perfectly situated in a prime West Newton neighborhood close to West Newton Square, the commuter rail with service to Fenway and Downtown Boston. A unique chance to enjoy now and grow into over time.
Sold for $1,525,000
$1,525,000
255 Adams Ave, Newton, MA 02465
5beds
3,375sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.28 Acres Lot
$1,557,800 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$7,914 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,557,800
$1.43M - $1.68M
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Wide drivewayStainless steel appliancesExcellent cabinet spaceSoaring ceilingsMove-in readyGranite countersFlexible layout
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Listed by:
The Margie and Jon Team 617-939-7800,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-332-1400,
Beverly Berman 617-515-5744
Bought with:
Meg Steere
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73366560
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 179.55
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.3
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 162.27
- Dimensions: 14.11 x 11.5
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 120.75
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.5
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 194.31
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 12.7
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 222.3
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: Third
- Area: 52.44
- Dimensions: 5.7 x 9.2
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Second
- Area: 70.15
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 6.1
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
- Level: Third
- Area: 48.45
- Dimensions: 5.7 x 8.5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 234.23
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 14.11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 179.36
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 15.2
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 261
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 22.5
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 125.25
- Dimensions: 16.7 x 7.5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Walk-in Storage, In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Office, Exercise Room, Bonus Room, Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,375
- Total interior livable area: 3,375 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,551
- Finished area below ground: 824
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground, Cabana, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana
- Parcel number: 689884
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $452/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,312,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,858
- Date on market: 11/24/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2025 | Sold | $1,525,000-4.6%$452/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Contingent | $1,599,000$474/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Price change | $1,599,000-5.9%$474/sqft |
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| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $1,699,999-5.6%$504/sqft |
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| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+135.3%$533/sqft |
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| 3/25/2011 | Sold | $765,000-4.4%$227/sqft |
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| 3/13/2011 | Price change | $799,900-4.8%$237/sqft |
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| 2/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $839,900+5%$249/sqft |
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| 1/20/2011 | Listing removed | $799,900$237/sqft |
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| 12/5/2010 | Price change | $799,900-2.4%$237/sqft |
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| 11/20/2010 | Price change | $819,900-1.2%$243/sqft |
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| 10/22/2010 | Price change | $829,900-1.2%$246/sqft |
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| 10/14/2010 | Price change | $839,900-2.3%$249/sqft |
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| 9/30/2010 | Price change | $859,900-8.5%$255/sqft |
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| 8/17/2010 | Listed for sale | $939,900+79%$278/sqft |
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| 12/20/2005 | Sold | $525,000$156/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,858 +3.4% | $1,312,000 +3% |
| 2024 | $12,432 +4.7% | $1,273,800 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $11,871 +4.5% | $1,166,100 +8% |
| 2022 | $11,358 +3.6% | $1,079,700 +6% |
| 2021 | $10,960 +3.1% | $1,018,600 |
| 2020 | $10,634 +2.9% | $1,018,600 +3% |
| 2019 | $10,334 +4.2% | $988,900 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $9,922 +3.1% | $917,000 +6% |
| 2017 | $9,620 +4.6% | $865,100 +7% |
| 2016 | $9,201 +4.9% | $808,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $8,773 +0.7% | $755,600 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $8,712 +5.5% | $718,800 |
| 2013 | $8,259 +2.9% | $718,800 |
| 2012 | $8,029 +19.7% | $718,800 +16.8% |
| 2011 | $6,710 +2.6% | $615,600 -2% |
| 2010 | $6,540 +6% | $628,200 +1.5% |
| 2009 | $6,167 +2.7% | $619,200 |
| 2008 | $6,006 +31.6% | $619,200 +26.5% |
| 2007 | $4,565 +2.7% | $489,300 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,446 +3.7% | $475,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,289 +7.3% | $452,400 +15.5% |
| 2004 | $3,996 +4.6% | $391,800 +12% |
| 2003 | $3,820 +9.9% | $349,800 |
| 2002 | $3,477 +7.5% | $349,800 +30.4% |
| 2000 | $3,234 +4.8% | $268,200 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $3,087 | $244,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Newton
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin
- Middle: Day
- High: 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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