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  • $978,900

    38 Kensington Ave, Newton, MA 02465

    4beds
    1,400sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1930
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $978,900 Zestimate®
    $699/sqft
    $4,397 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $978,900

    $910,000 - $1.06M

    $4,397/mo

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    What's special

    Old World charm galore in this brick colonial 4BR/1BA West Newton classic! Enclosed porch makes perfect entryway! Period details include natural woodwork, moldings, chair rails, fireplace and gleaming hardwood floors throughout! Large living room and ample dining room are ideal for entertaining. Efficiently designed kitchen features built-in table with chairs for quick breakfast, snack or casual dinner. Also great for homework and crayon drawing! 4BR's provide flexibility for in-home office or cozy den. Tons of storage in full attic. Basement is ideal for future finishing. Level yard provides a nice retreat for grilling and relaxation.Enjoy a movie at the West Newton Cinema and everything West Newton Square offers or take an easy stroll to the award winning restaurants on Waltham's Moody Street. Easy access to major routes including Mass Pike and Rt.128, Commuter Rail and Express Bus to Boston. Minutes to Franklin Elementary, Day Middle or Newton North HS. Best value in Newton!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Other, Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Off-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: NEWTS34B011L0004

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • concrete
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1930

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Newton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $699/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $749,600
    • Annual tax amount: $7,346

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/24/2019Sold$665,000-5%$475/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    4/17/2019Pending sale$700,000$500/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72465006 Report a problem
    4/3/2019Price change$700,000-6.5%$500/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72465006 Report a problem
    3/15/2019Listed for sale$749,000$535/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72465006 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,346 +3.4%$749,600 +3%
    2024$7,103 +6%$727,800 +10.5%
    2023$6,704 +4.5%$658,500 +8%
    2022$6,414 +3.6%$609,700 +6%
    2021$6,189 +3.1%$575,200
    2020$6,005 +2.9%$575,200 +3%
    2019$5,835 +5.2%$558,400 +8.9%
    2018$5,546 +3.1%$512,600 +6%
    2017$5,378 +4.5%$483,600 +7%
    2016$5,144 +4.9%$452,000 +7%
    2015$4,904 +0.8%$422,400 +5.2%
    2014$4,867 +5.5%$401,600
    2013$4,614 +2.9%$401,600
    2012$4,486 +3.4%$401,600 +0.9%
    2011$4,338 +2.6%$398,000 -2%
    2010$4,228 +2.4%$406,100 -2%
    2009$4,127 +2.7%$414,400
    2008$4,020 -0.3%$414,400 -4.1%
    2007$4,031 +2.6%$432,100 +3%
    2006$3,927 +3.7%$419,500 +5%
    2005$3,787 +1.5%$399,500 +9.2%
    2004$3,732 +4.6%$365,900 +12%
    2003$3,568 +9.9%$326,700
    2002$3,247 +7.7%$326,700 +30.7%
    2000$3,014 +4.8%$249,900 +9.9%
    1999$2,877 $227,400
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    Neighborhood: West Newton

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Franklin
    • Middle: Day
    • High: Newton North

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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