139 Gibbs St Newton Center, MA 02459
Newton Centre Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,084
Sq Ft
0.41
Acres
About This Home
As of December 2020Perched on a knoll and located on one of Newton Centre's most desired tree-lined side streets, this 1880 Victorian home with Mansard roof and rocking-chair front porch has much of its original detail intact. 1st floor has 11 foot ceilings, chestnut and mahogany millwork and tall windows. The kitchen and bathrooms are 41 years old but quite serviceable. The 2nd floor has four bedrooms and one full bathroom and one half bathroom. There is laundry area and study. This level has high ceilings as well. There is a 3rd floor which has storage and possible fifth bedroom. The basement is unfinished. Lovely yard with bluestone patio and moss-covered stone walls. Large lot offers expansion possibilities. Cottage in rear yard has a fireplace and was habitable at one time. The rear yard is large and level. This property is located only a few blocks from Newton Centre shops/MBTA green line. This property is a rare opportunity matching perfect location on a lovely lot with a finely built home.
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$25,256
Year Built
1880
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Paved Drive, Shared Drive
- Other Agent: 1.00
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1880
Interior Features
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Fireplaces: 1
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 1
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
- Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps
- Energy: Storm Windows
- Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
- Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available
- Basement: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 14X13
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 13X10
- Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 15X11
- Bedroom 5: Third Floor, 16X15
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Bathroom #3: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor, 21X14
- Laundry Room: Second Floor
- Living Room: First Floor, 26X14
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 18X15
- Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room: First Floor, 15X12
- Family Room: First Floor, 21X15
Exterior Features
- Roof: Slate
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior: Shingles, Wood
- Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Gutters, Sprinkler System
- Foundation: Fieldstone
Garage/Parking
- Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
- Parking Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Hot Water Radiators, Oil
- Heat Zones: 1
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Condo/Co-op/Association
- HOA: No
Schools
- Elementary School: Mason-Rice
- Middle School: Brown/Ward
- High School: South
Lot Info
- Assessor Parcel Number: S:61 B:029 L:0022
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 14, 2020
Closed on
Nov 24, 2020
Sold by
Waterman Elizabeth and Keegan Brendan
Bought by
Whitney M Mcknight Ret
Seller's Agent
Krongel & Paul
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Krongel & Paul
Hammond Residential Real Estate
List Price
$2,350,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$555,689
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.75%
Original Mortgage
$1,880,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,699,434
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,216,994
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 28, 2015
Closed on
Aug 5, 2015
Sold by
Traversgibbs Street Rt
Bought by
Waterman Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Ezra Stillman
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Krongel & Paul
Hammond Residential Real Estate
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100,000
6.06%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.68%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2008
Sold by
Travers Cynthia N and Travers John F
Bought by
Travers Cynthia N and Travers John F
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $2,350,000 | None Available | |
| Not Resolvable | $1,750,000 | -- | |
| Land Court Massachusetts | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,880,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2020 12/04/20 | Sold | $2,350,000 | 0.0% | $616 / Sq Ft |
| 10/20/2020 10/20/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/14/2020 10/14/20 | For Sale | $2,350,000 | +34.3% | $616 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2015 08/05/15 | Sold | $1,750,000 | +6.1% | $567 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2015 05/05/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/28/2015 04/28/15 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | -- | $535 / 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 | $25,256 | $2,577,100 | $1,528,100 | $1,049,000 |
| 2024 | $24,420 | $2,502,000 | $1,483,600 | $1,018,400 |
| 2023 | $23,237 | $2,282,600 | $1,155,400 | $1,127,200 |
| 2022 | $22,234 | $2,113,500 | $1,069,800 | $1,043,700 |
| 2021 | $19,505 | $1,812,700 | $917,400 | $895,300 |
| 2020 | $18,925 | $1,812,700 | $917,400 | $895,300 |
| 2019 | $18,391 | $1,759,900 | $890,700 | $869,200 |
| 2018 | $15,975 | $1,476,400 | $742,700 | $733,700 |
| 2017 | $15,469 | $1,391,100 | $700,700 | $690,400 |
| 2016 | $13,787 | $1,211,500 | $700,700 | $510,800 |
| 2015 | $13,145 | $1,132,200 | $654,900 | $477,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Krongel & Paul
Hammond Residential Real Estate
(617) 513-7604
12 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2015
Ezra Stillman
Hammond Residential Real Estate
(617) 731-4644
1 in this area
56 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71825546
APN: NEWT-000061-000029-000022
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