Wonderfully renovated Victorian home in coveted Newton Centre location. Welcoming front porch leads into a stunning entry hall and elegant dining and living areas with FP, built-ins, and bay window. Beyond, a custom chef's kitchen w/ SS appliances, incl. Wolf cooktop and double ovens, flows to a spacious eating area and family room, flooded with light, with french doors to backyard. A study w/ window seat, mudroom, and half bath complete this floor. 2nd fl boasts a primary suite with ensuite bath and walk-in closet, plus 3 more BRs, 2nd full bath, and laundry. 3rd fl features a fantastic skyline bedroom with ensuite bath, a cedar closet, and additional BR/study with skylights and built-ins--perfect as guest suite or au pair floor. Bright lower level w/ play/rec room, storage, and systems. Detached garage w/ storage and rooftop deck. Beautiful landscaping including native perennial borders. Minutes to shops, restaurants, schools, MBTA, Crystal Lake. Easy access to Routes 9/95/Mass Pike
Sold for $2,300,000
$2,300,000
34 Stearns St, Newton, MA 02459
6beds
3,028sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
8,187 Square Feet Lot
$2,305,700 Zestimate®
$760/sqft
$7,243 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,305,700
$2.12M - $2.51M
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Front porchDetached garageStunning entry hallRooftop deckSpacious eating areaDouble ovensSs appliances
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Listed by:
Gore Lietzke Group 617-645-3120,
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services 617-964-1850
Bought with:
Marika and Adam Real Estate Group
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73338819
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Third
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Double Vanity, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity, Wainscoting, Beadboard
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Family room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Office
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Third
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Second Floor, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Lighting - Pendant, Dining Area, Bedroom, Bathroom, Study, Foyer, Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow/Box, Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,028
- Total interior livable area: 3,028 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,028
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 8,187 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: S:62 B:023 L:0018,699032
- Zoning: SR3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: Newton Center
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $760/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,667,800
- Annual tax amount: $16,344
- Date on market: 1/19/2026
- Exclusions: Butcher Block Island Countertop (Will Be Replaced), One Rose Bush And A Few Small Shrubs
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2025 | Sold | $2,300,000+4.5%$760/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73338819 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2025 | Pending sale | $2,200,000$727/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #73338819 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,200,000+214.3%$727/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73338819 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/1999 | Sold | $700,000+108.6%$231/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/1995 | Sold | $335,500$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,344 +3.4% | $1,667,800 +3% |
| 2024 | $15,803 +4.6% | $1,619,200 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $15,114 +4.5% | $1,484,700 +8% |
| 2022 | $14,462 +3.6% | $1,374,700 +6% |
| 2021 | $13,955 +3.1% | $1,296,900 |
| 2020 | $13,540 +2.9% | $1,296,900 +3% |
| 2019 | $13,158 +3.5% | $1,259,100 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $12,718 +3.1% | $1,175,400 +6% |
| 2017 | $12,331 +4.6% | $1,108,900 +7% |
| 2016 | $11,794 +4.9% | $1,036,400 +7% |
| 2015 | $11,245 +1.1% | $968,600 +5.5% |
| 2014 | $11,126 +5.5% | $918,000 |
| 2013 | $10,548 +2.9% | $918,000 |
| 2012 | $10,254 +3.5% | $918,000 +1% |
| 2011 | $9,906 +2.6% | $908,800 -2% |
| 2010 | $9,653 +1.3% | $927,300 -3.1% |
| 2009 | $9,527 +2.7% | $956,500 |
| 2008 | $9,278 -5% | $956,500 -8.6% |
| 2007 | $9,767 +2.7% | $1,046,800 +3% |
| 2006 | $9,513 +3.7% | $1,016,300 +5% |
| 2005 | $9,176 -0.2% | $967,900 +7.4% |
| 2004 | $9,195 +8.6% | $901,500 +16.3% |
| 2003 | $8,463 +9.9% | $775,000 |
| 2002 | $7,704 +17.3% | $775,000 +42.3% |
| 2000 | $6,570 +32.7% | $544,800 +39.2% |
| 1999 | $4,950 | $391,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10BowenGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Oak Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bowen
- 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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