Gorgeous historic Queen Anne single family home in the heart of Newtonville, featuring 6 beds/2 baths on a 8,562 sqft lot. A charming porch with swing invites into a grand foyer with sitting room leading to the generous living and dining rooms both with fireplaces, high ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors and period details throughout. Bring your ideas for the retro kitchen offering two original walk-in pantries, a full bath, adjacent laundry area with access to a porch overlooking the spacious backyard. The second floor boasts four good-sized bedrooms with ample storage and another full bath, while the third floor features two additional bedrooms and a large hall walk-in closet. Some upgrades in recent years include a newer roof, porch, and heating system. Easy access to I-90, the Newtonville commuter rail stop, buses, shops and restaurants on Washington and Walnut St.; close to HM/Cabot (buffer), Day Middle and NNHS. Follow your vision and make this old-world charmer your dream home!
Sold for $1,580,000
$1,580,000
34 Foster St, Newton, MA 02460
6beds
3,435sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1896
8,562 Square Feet Lot
$1,700,100 Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$2,477 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,700,100
$1.55M - $1.87M
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Sitting roomSpacious backyardRetro kitchenGood-sized bedroomsHall walk-in closetCharming porch with swingGrand foyer
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alexandra Haueisen 617-320-7892,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-266-4430
Bought with:
Alexandra Haueisen
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73357421
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 276.93
- Dimensions: 21.17 x 13.08
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 255.83
- Dimensions: 15.58 x 16.42
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 188.3
- Dimensions: 15.58 x 12.08
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 173.83
- Dimensions: 14 x 12.42
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 228.47
- Dimensions: 13.92 x 16.42
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
- Level: First
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 6.75 x 8
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 6.75 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 271.48
- Dimensions: 20.75 x 13.08
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Deck - Exterior
- Level: First
- Area: 173
- Dimensions: 14.42 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 178.26
- Dimensions: 14.17 x 12.58
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Closet, Bedroom, Foyer, Sitting Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Stained Glass, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,435
- Total interior livable area: 3,435 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,435
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
Lot
- Size: 8,562 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: S:21 B:029 L:0003,684776
- Zoning: MR1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Queen Anne
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
- Subdivision: Newtonville
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,375,200
- Annual tax amount: $13,611
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
- Exclusions: Pencil Sharpener In Kitchen, Dining Room Chandelier And Sconces, Workbench In Basement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listing removed | $2,350$1/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Price change | $2,350-6%$1/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Sold | $1,580,000+5.3%$460/sqft |
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| 4/15/2025 | Contingent | $1,499,900$437/sqft |
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| 4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,499,900-15.5%$437/sqft |
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| 9/27/2024 | Listing removed | $1,775,000$517/sqft |
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| 6/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,775,000+144.8%$517/sqft |
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| 6/12/2009 | Sold | $725,000+21.8%$211/sqft |
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| 1/31/2006 | Sold | $595,000+29.3%$173/sqft |
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| 7/31/2001 | Sold | $460,000$134/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,477 +3.4% | $1,375,200 +3% |
| 2024 | $13,031 +5.7% | $1,335,100 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $12,330 +4.5% | $1,211,200 +8% |
| 2022 | $11,798 +3.6% | $1,121,500 +6% |
| 2021 | $11,384 +3.1% | $1,058,000 |
| 2020 | $11,046 +2.9% | $1,058,000 +3% |
| 2019 | $10,734 +3.6% | $1,027,200 +7.3% |
| 2018 | $10,358 +3.1% | $957,300 +6% |
| 2017 | $10,042 +4.5% | $903,100 +7% |
| 2016 | $9,605 +4.9% | $844,000 +7% |
| 2015 | $9,158 +0.8% | $788,800 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $9,083 +5.5% | $749,400 |
| 2013 | $8,611 +2.9% | $749,400 |
| 2012 | $8,371 +3.1% | $749,400 +0.6% |
| 2011 | $8,117 +4.8% | $744,700 +0.1% |
| 2010 | $7,742 +2.4% | $743,700 -2% |
| 2009 | $7,559 +2.7% | $758,900 |
| 2008 | $7,361 +15.5% | $758,900 +11.1% |
| 2007 | $6,371 +2.7% | $682,900 +3% |
| 2006 | $6,206 +3.7% | $663,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $5,986 +5.8% | $631,400 +13.8% |
| 2004 | $5,658 +4.6% | $554,700 +12% |
| 2003 | $5,409 +9.9% | $495,300 |
| 2002 | $4,923 +5.6% | $495,300 +28.2% |
| 2000 | $4,660 +4.8% | $386,400 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $4,448 | $351,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newtonville
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hm/Cabot
- Middle: F.A. Day
- High: Nnhs
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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