For sale

Price cut: $20K (8/20)

$879,000

43 Taft Ave, Newton, MA 02465

3beds

956sqft

$5,516/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1915

7,365 Square Feet Lot

$870,100 Zestimate^®

$919/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Enclosed backyardNewly updated kitchenBrand-new sidingNew windowsNew hardwood floorsStainless steel appliancesPrivate outdoor retreat

A charming and tastefully renovated 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath home located in the coveted West Newton neighborhood. This move-in-ready residence offers a comfortable and sun-kissed south facing living space easily entertaining both family and friend with a newly updated kitchen set with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern bathrooms fixtures. The enclosed backyard reveals a private outdoor retreat, featuring a yard and patio inlaid with stone pavers, fit for celebrations and barbecues. Built in 1915, this abode features brand-new siding, new windows, new hardwood floors, new paint, updated electrical system. Ideally located near Newton's prestigious schools and public parks, and serviced by public transportion with straightforward access to interstate. A wonderful opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated home in one of Newtion's sought-after neighborhood

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan
Level: First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full,Interior Entry
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 956
Total interior livable area: 956 sqft
Finished area above ground: 956

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 7,365 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: M:0034 B:011A L:0019,689531
Zoning: SR3

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1915

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $919/sqft
Tax assessed value: $611,900
Annual tax amount: $5,929
Date on market: 7/16/2026

Estimated market value

$870,100

$827,000 - $914,000

$3,343/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/20/2026	Price change	$879,000-2.2%$919/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550748 Report a problem
7/28/2026	Listed for sale	$899,000$940/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550748 Report a problem
7/23/2026	Contingent	$899,000$940/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550748 Report a problem
7/16/2026	Listed for sale	$899,000$940/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550748 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,711 +3.4%	$582,800 +3%
2024	$5,522 +6.8%	$565,800 +11.4%
2023	$5,168 +4.5%	$507,700 +8%
2022	$4,945 +3.6%	$470,100 +6%
2021	$4,772 +3.1%	$443,500
2020	$4,630 +2.9%	$443,500 +3%
2019	$4,500 +7.5%	$430,600 +11.3%
2018	$4,187 +3.1%	$387,000 +6%
2017	$4,060 +4.6%	$365,100 +7%
2016	$3,883 +4.9%	$341,200 +7%
2015	$3,702 +1.2%	$318,900 +5.7%
2014	$3,658 +5.5%	$301,800
2013	$3,468 +2.9%	$301,800
2012	$3,371 +3.6%	$301,800 +1.1%
2011	$3,253 +2.6%	$298,400 -2%
2010	$3,170 +2.4%	$304,500 -2%
2009	$3,095 +2.7%	$310,700
2008	$3,014 -1%	$310,700 -4.7%
2007	$3,043 +2.7%	$326,100 +3%
2006	$2,963 +3.7%	$316,600 +5%
2005	$2,858 +2.4%	$301,500 +10.2%
2004	$2,791 +4.6%	$273,600 +12%
2003	$2,668 +9.9%	$244,300
2002	$2,428 +15.2%	$244,300 +39.8%
2000	$2,107 +4.8%	$174,700 +9.9%
1999	$2,011	$159,000