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Seller's Agent in 2025
Karen Chinitz
Engel & Völkers Wellesley
(617) 529-2777
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
1224 Boylston St Newton Upper Falls, MA 02464
Newton Upper Falls Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,628
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit
- Zervas Elementary School Rated A
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 4-minute walk to Emerson Playground
About This Home
As of July 2025Own a piece of Newton history in the heart of vibrant Upper Falls. This welcoming Cape-style home, once a Revolutionary-era stagecoach stop, is set on a level 12,000+ SqFt lot & filled with timeless character.The main level offers a stunning living room with original wood-beamed ceilings, & wood-burning fireplace. A spacious, sun-filled family room with vaulted ceilings opens directly to the patio, creating a natural flow for easy entertaining. The main level also features a primary bedroom with a fireplace, a full bath, laundry, & an updated kitchen with an inviting sitting area. Upstairs are 2 additional bedrooms & a half bath. Lovingly maintained and full of potential, this home offers a great opportunity to enhance or expand. **A bonus to this property is the detached accessory apartment, renovated in 2017 from a former garage. Offering over 550 SqFt of permitted living space with a full kitchen, bathroom & vaulted ceiling. It's perfect as a rental, guest suite, or home office.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,438
Year Built
- Built in 1825 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned SR3
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Picture Window
- Sliding Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Unfinished Basement
- Block Basement Construction
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Laundry in Bathroom
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 3 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Countryside Elementary School
- Brown Middle School
- NSHS High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- Water Heater
Additional Features
- Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
- Property is near public transit
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 693449
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Jul 2, 2025
Sold by
Mcmahon Amy N
Bought by
Isik Ibrahim
Seller's Agent
Karen Chinitz
Engel & Völkers Wellesley
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Pi
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$1,080,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$170,000
15.74%
Views
15
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-44.40%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 1994
Sold by
Garvan Gregory L and Quirk Priscilla J
Bought by
Mcmahon Amy N and Mcmahon Hargreaves W
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,250,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,250,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $208,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $208,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Sold | $1,250,000 | +15.7% | $768 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | For Sale | $1,080,000 | -- | $663 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,438 | $861,000 | $689,600 | $171,400 |
| 2024 | $8,158 | $835,900 | $669,500 | $166,400 |
| 2023 | $7,713 | $757,700 | $515,500 | $242,200 |
| 2022 | $7,381 | $701,600 | $477,300 | $224,300 |
| 2021 | $7,122 | $661,900 | $450,300 | $211,600 |
| 2020 | $6,910 | $661,900 | $450,300 | $211,600 |
| 2019 | $6,715 | $642,600 | $437,200 | $205,400 |
| 2018 | $6,334 | $585,400 | $393,400 | $192,000 |
| 2017 | $6,142 | $552,300 | $371,100 | $181,200 |
| 2016 | $5,878 | $516,500 | $346,800 | $169,700 |
| 2015 | $5,604 | $482,700 | $324,100 | $158,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Karen Chinitz
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Timothy Pi
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Timothy Pi
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73375786
APN: NEWT-000051-000009-000021
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