Set on a beautiful corner lot in Newton Corner, this stunning Victorian-era residence, circa 1875, offers splendid living spaces – both inside and out. With over 5,685 square feet of interior space, there are six bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms. As soon as you enter, the architectural detail is evident with its exceptional wood work, seven fireplace, and exquisite period detail throughout. The main level features grand public rooms and is well-suited for entertaining. The landscaped grounds are lovely. This home is truly a masterpiece and an incredible opportunity for the next owner. The Newton Corner location affords easy access to shops, restaurants, public transportation, highways, and everything Newton has to offer.
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
259 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458
7beds
5,686sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
0.71 Acres Lot
$3,375,700 Zestimate®
$440/sqft
$7,892 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,375,700
$2.97M - $3.88M
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Beautiful corner lotNewton corner locationPublic transportationNewton cornerGrand public roomsSplendid living spacesExceptional wood work
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Listed by:
Christman Johnsson Group 617-991-8337,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644
Bought with:
Donahue Maley and Burns Team
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73092606
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 330
- Dimensions: 15 x 22
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 345
- Dimensions: 23 x 15
Office
- Level: Third
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 x 6
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Bedroom, Home Office, Entry Hall, Sitting Room, Living/Dining Rm Combo
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,686
- Total interior livable area: 5,686 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Carriage Shed, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: S:72 B:027 L:0009,702827
- Zoning: SR1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Rubber,Asphalt/Composition Shingles,Clay
Condition
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $440/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,997,200
- Annual tax amount: $30,511
- Date on market: 11/3/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2023 | Sold | $2,500,000-10.7%$440/sqft |
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| 5/15/2023 | Price change | $2,799,999-6.7%$492/sqft |
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| 3/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,999,999$528/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73092606 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,862 +7.7% | $2,639,000 +7.3% |
| 2024 | $24,005 -21.3% | $2,459,500 -17.9% |
| 2023 | $30,511 +4.5% | $2,997,200 +8% |
| 2022 | $29,195 +3.6% | $2,775,200 +6% |
| 2021 | $28,171 +3.1% | $2,618,100 |
| 2020 | $27,333 +2.9% | $2,618,100 +3% |
| 2019 | $26,562 +2.8% | $2,541,800 +6.4% |
| 2018 | $25,845 +3.1% | $2,388,600 +6% |
| 2017 | $25,058 +4.6% | $2,253,400 +7% |
| 2016 | $23,966 +4.9% | $2,106,000 +7% |
| 2015 | $22,851 +0.8% | $1,968,200 +5.2% |
| 2014 | $22,670 +5.5% | $1,870,500 |
| 2013 | $21,492 +2.9% | $1,870,500 |
| 2012 | $20,893 +2.3% | $1,870,500 -0.2% |
| 2011 | $20,421 +2.8% | $1,873,500 -1.9% |
| 2010 | $19,874 +2.4% | $1,909,100 -2% |
| 2009 | $19,403 +2.7% | $1,948,100 |
| 2008 | $18,897 +0.3% | $1,948,100 -3.5% |
| 2007 | $18,844 +2.7% | $2,019,700 +3% |
| 2006 | $18,354 +3.7% | $1,960,900 +5% |
| 2005 | $17,704 +2.7% | $1,867,500 +10.5% |
| 2004 | $17,237 +4.6% | $1,689,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $16,476 +9.9% | $1,508,800 |
| 2002 | $14,997 +16.1% | $1,508,800 +40.9% |
| 2000 | $12,916 +4.8% | $1,071,000 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $12,327 | $974,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Corner
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Underwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Bigelow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ward
- 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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- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02458
- Newton Corner
- 259 Waverley Ave
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