Soaring ceilings, elegant details, gracious large rooms, 7 bedrooms, and abundant light fill this historic home set in much sought-after Newton Center. This great beauty is ready for a new chapter with multigenerational possibilities. The expansive front lawn and grounds have mature plantings. 13 rooms, 3 floors, 4 tiled baths, 4 fireplaces, two stairways. A generously sized family room is off the cook’s kitchen in the back of the house. The library, created by a renowned architect, is connected to a light filled dining room and porch. The living room is spacious. The curving stairway in the center hall leads to 5 large bedrooms and two full baths. The attic contains 2 bedrooms plus bonus room, a full bath. Detailed front door, foyer. Warmed by hot water radiators and cooled with mini-splits. 2 car garage. Steps away from BC law and a sweet stroll to Newton Center, quick access to the Mass Turnpike and Rt 9. Seller is open to buyer compensation.
Sold for $1,850,000
$1,850,000
983 Centre St, Newton, MA 02459
7beds
4,627sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
0.57 Acres Lot
$1,934,900 Zestimate®
$400/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$1,934,900
$1.78M - $2.09M
Not available
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Generously sized family roomLight filled dining roomBonus roomMature plantingsHot water radiatorsExpansive front lawnElegant details
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Betsy Millane 781-429-7790,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 781-237-8181,
Betsy Millane 781-429-7790
Bought with:
Sarina Steinmetz
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73363608
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet - Linen, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Storage, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
Heating
- Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless, Fireplace
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Features
- Closet, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Bedroom, Library, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Skylight, Screens
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,627
- Total interior livable area: 4,627 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,627
- Finished area below ground: 1,664
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Foundation area: 1664
- Parcel number: 683396
- Zoning: SR2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Greek Revival,Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other (See Remarks)
- 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, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $400/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,198,200
- Annual tax amount: $21,542
- Date on market: 11/3/2025
- Listing terms: Estate Sale
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2025 | Sold | $1,850,000-11.9%$400/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Price change | $2,100,000-8.5%$454/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Price change | $2,295,000-8%$496/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000$539/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,542 +3.4% | $2,198,200 +3% |
| 2024 | $20,830 +5.7% | $2,134,200 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $19,711 +4.5% | $1,936,200 +8% |
| 2022 | $18,860 +3.6% | $1,792,800 +6% |
| 2021 | $18,198 +3.1% | $1,691,300 |
| 2020 | $17,657 +2.9% | $1,691,300 +3% |
| 2019 | $17,159 +3.2% | $1,642,000 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $16,631 +3.1% | $1,537,100 +6% |
| 2017 | $16,125 +4.6% | $1,450,100 +7% |
| 2016 | $15,422 +4.9% | $1,355,200 +7% |
| 2015 | $14,704 +0.6% | $1,266,500 +5% |
| 2014 | $14,622 +5.5% | $1,206,400 |
| 2013 | $13,862 +2.9% | $1,206,400 |
| 2012 | $13,475 +4.5% | $1,206,400 +1.9% |
| 2011 | $12,899 +7.1% | $1,183,400 +2.3% |
| 2010 | $12,043 -2.7% | $1,156,900 -6.9% |
| 2009 | $12,377 +2.7% | $1,242,700 |
| 2008 | $12,054 +1.7% | $1,242,700 -2.1% |
| 2007 | $11,848 -13.1% | $1,269,900 -12.8% |
| 2006 | $13,634 +3.7% | $1,456,600 +5% |
| 2005 | $13,151 +2.3% | $1,387,200 +10.1% |
| 2004 | $12,851 +4.6% | $1,259,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $12,284 +9.9% | $1,124,900 |
| 2002 | $11,182 +12.5% | $1,124,900 +36.5% |
| 2000 | $9,941 +2.7% | $824,300 +7.8% |
| 1999 | $9,677 | $765,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Newton Centre
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