Astounding Twentieth Century Waban Center Colonial. This magnificent beauty boasts high ceilings with large windows that allow a ton of natural sunlight. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Elegant Family room with fireplace leads to an enormous rear deck with access to the private backyard. Beautiful Kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances and Granite Countertops. The Second level features a huge primary suite with a well designed walk-in Closet. Third level features an Inviting Guest Suite and Office. This property is located Moments to Waban Shops, Restaurants and MBTA.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (5/14)
$1,899,000
829 Chestnut St, Newton, MA 02468
5beds
4,822sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.34 Acres Lot
$1,902,600 Zestimate®
$394/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Enormous rear deckInviting guest suiteGranite countertopsHuge primary suiteGleaming hardwood floors throughoutWell designed walk-in closetTon of natural sunlight
- 97 days |
- 1,446 |
- 66 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jerome Bibuld 617-642-5456,
Red Tree Real Estate 617-487-8015
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73486143
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 416.57
- Dimensions: 28.08 x 14.83
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 186.88
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 9.58
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 131.29
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 11.42
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 259.67
- Dimensions: 19 x 13.67
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 200.08
- Dimensions: 16.33 x 12.25
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bidet, Dressing Room
- Level: Second
- Area: 167.38
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 8.58
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 78.47
- Dimensions: 9.42 x 8.33
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
- Area: 46.69
- Dimensions: 6.92 x 6.75
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 168.67
- Dimensions: 14.67 x 11.5
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 362.54
- Dimensions: 19.25 x 18.83
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller
- Level: First
- Area: 245.83
- Dimensions: 19.67 x 12.5
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 416.57
- Dimensions: 28.08 x 14.83
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Bamboo, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,822
- Total interior livable area: 4,822 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,674
- Finished area below ground: 1,148
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: S:55 B:050 L:0008,697735
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: Waban
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $394/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,651,800
- Annual tax amount: $16,188
- Date on market: 3/21/2026
Estimated market value
$1,902,600
$1.81M - $2.00M
$7,152/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $1,899,000-1.6%$394/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Price change | $1,929,000-2.5%$400/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $1,979,000-1%$410/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Price change | $1,999,000-4.8%$415/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,099,000-8.7%$435/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listing removed | $2,299,000$477/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Price change | $2,299,000-4.2%$477/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $2,399,000-2.8%$498/sqft |
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| 8/12/2025 | Listing removed | $8,500$2/sqft |
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| 8/7/2025 | Price change | $2,468,000-1.2%$512/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,499,000+1461.9%$518/sqft |
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| 6/17/2025 | Price change | $8,500-5.6%$2/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Price change | $9,000-5.3%$2/sqft |
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| 3/5/2025 | Price change | $9,500-13.6%$2/sqft |
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| 1/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $11,000+10%$2/sqft |
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| 5/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/8/2024 | Price change | $10,000-9.1%$2/sqft |
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| 3/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $11,000$2/sqft |
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| 8/29/1996 | Sold | $160,000$33/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,188 +3.4% | $1,651,800 +3% |
| 2024 | $15,652 +4.6% | $1,603,700 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $14,961 +4.5% | $1,469,600 +8% |
| 2022 | $14,315 +3.6% | $1,360,700 +6% |
| 2021 | $13,813 +3.1% | $1,283,700 |
| 2020 | $13,402 +2.9% | $1,283,700 +3% |
| 2019 | $13,024 +3.1% | $1,246,300 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $12,627 +3.1% | $1,167,000 +6% |
| 2017 | $12,242 +4.6% | $1,100,900 +7% |
| 2016 | $11,709 +4.9% | $1,028,900 +7% |
| 2015 | $11,164 0% | $961,600 +4.4% |
| 2014 | $11,169 +5.5% | $921,500 |
| 2013 | $10,588 +2.9% | $921,500 |
| 2012 | $10,293 +2.8% | $921,500 +0.3% |
| 2011 | $10,013 +2.6% | $918,600 -2% |
| 2010 | $9,757 +8.9% | $937,300 +4.2% |
| 2009 | $8,956 +2.7% | $899,200 |
| 2008 | $8,722 -4% | $899,200 -7.6% |
| 2007 | $9,082 +2.7% | $973,400 +3% |
| 2006 | $8,845 +3.7% | $945,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $8,532 +0.8% | $900,000 +8.4% |
| 2004 | $8,465 +4.6% | $829,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $8,092 +14.9% | $741,000 +4.6% |
| 2002 | $7,041 +14.8% | $708,400 +39.3% |
| 2000 | $6,135 +4.8% | $508,700 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $5,856 | $462,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Waban
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Angier Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Charles E Brown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Newton South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Angier
- Middle: Brown
- High: Newton South
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Newton
- 02468
- Waban
- 829 Chestnut St
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