Extraordinary 2-level penthouse loft in the historic Emerson School conversion in Newton Upper Falls. Dramatic architectural spaces, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, hardwood floors, and a skylight create a home that feels both distinctive and comfortable. Updated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and timeless finishes. Beautifully renovated baths including powder room with hand-painted Schumacher wallpaper, Calacatta marble imported from Italy, and custom vanity by a local artist. Upper-level loft-style primary suite features sitting area, renovated bath, skylight, and California Closets walk-in dressing room. Additional California Closets-designed storage on main level. Central air, in-unit laundry, elevator access, deeded off-street parking, visitor parking, private storage, and professional management. Landscaped grounds near Hemlock Gorge Reservation, Echo Bridge, trails, restaurants, cafes, parks, Route 9, I-95, and Eliot Green Line station.
Sold for $535,000
$535,000
51 Pettee St APT 49, Newton, MA 02464
1beds
1,013sqft
Condominium
Built in 1984
-- sqft lot
$534,500 Zestimate®
$528/sqft
$2,639 Estimated rent
Home value
$534,500
$502,000 - $572,000
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Central airTimeless finishesIn-unit laundryHardwood floorsStainless steel appliancesAdditional california closets-designed storageLandscaped grounds
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Listed by:
Edward O'Neill 617-467-8833,
Keller Williams Realty 617-969-9000
Bought with:
Michael Gilbert
Stuart St James, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73524443
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 126.42
- Dimensions: 13.67 x 9.25
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 35.94
- Dimensions: 6.25 x 5.75
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Second
- Area: 43.54
- Dimensions: 4.75 x 9.17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 139.69
- Dimensions: 15.67 x 8.92
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 95.74
- Dimensions: 10.17 x 9.42
Living room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 149.57
- Dimensions: 14.83 x 10.08
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Balcony - Interior, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Sitting Room, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,013
- Total interior livable area: 1,013 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,013
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Deeded, Guest
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 1.73 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:0051 B:0008 L:0001AH,693391
- Zoning: MR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
- Security: Intercom
HOA
- Amenities included: Elevator(s), Storage
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $665 monthly
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $528/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $567,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,502
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Sold | $535,000-2.7%$528/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Pending sale | $549,900$543/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524443 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900+107.5%$543/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524443 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2002 | Sold | $265,000+54.1%$262/sqft |
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| 7/15/1998 | Sold | $172,000+11%$170/sqft |
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| 5/1/1997 | Sold | $155,000$153/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,300 +3.4% | $540,800 +3% |
| 2024 | $5,124 +2.1% | $525,000 +6.4% |
| 2023 | $5,021 +1.6% | $493,200 +5% |
| 2022 | $4,941 +3.6% | $469,700 +6% |
| 2021 | $4,768 +3.1% | $443,100 |
| 2020 | $4,626 +2.9% | $443,100 +3% |
| 2019 | $4,496 -0.2% | $430,200 +3.4% |
| 2018 | $4,503 +9.1% | $416,200 +12.1% |
| 2017 | $4,128 +4.6% | $371,200 +7% |
| 2016 | $3,948 +2.9% | $346,900 +5% |
| 2015 | $3,836 -7.8% | $330,400 -3.8% |
| 2014 | $4,162 +5.5% | $343,400 |
| 2013 | $3,946 +2.9% | $343,400 |
| 2012 | $3,836 +11.9% | $343,400 +9.2% |
| 2011 | $3,427 +2.6% | $314,400 -2% |
| 2010 | $3,340 +2.5% | $320,800 -2% |
| 2009 | $3,260 +2.7% | $327,300 |
| 2008 | $3,175 +8.3% | $327,300 +4.2% |
| 2007 | $2,931 | $314,100 |
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Neighborhood: Newton Upper Falls
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Angier Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Angier/Zervas
- Middle: Brown/Oak
- 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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- Middlesex County
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- Newton Upper Falls
- 51 Pettee St Apartment 49
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