$439,000
SOLD JUN 17, 2013

159 Washington St Unit 2 Newton, MA 02458

Newton Corner Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,046 Sq Ft
$345/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$420 Per Sq Ft

83 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • Underwood Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of June 2023

Beautifully renovated and totally restored 2 level unit in Grand Victorian mansion. Charming open floor plan with direct access to wrap-around Farmers porch. Ornate fireplaces, leaded glass, granite and stainless kitchen. Tile bath with Jacuzzi and washer/dryer included! High ceilings, all hardwood floors, ample basement storage. Easy walk to Express bus, minutes from Charles River recreation and trails!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Richard Gatto

The Gatto Agency Listed on: 02/06/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Gatto

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Page Realty

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Page Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,453

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

HOA Fees

  • $345 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,046 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Insulated Windows
  • French Doors
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4634277

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 4 Units

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,453

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$345 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 2
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Dining Area, Living/Dining Rm Combo
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street,Upper)
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Countertop Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Gas Water Heater,Tank Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 182
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 182
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 96
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
  • Room Kitchen Area: 240
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
  • Living Area: 1046
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: BB9075
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 419.69
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 419.69
  • MAIN SO: BB9075

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: Corner
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control, Fireplace
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 345
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4634277
  • Zoning: MR1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.38
  • Lot Size Area: 0.38
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16552.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • LOT SIZE: 16630
  • PAGE: 231
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4453
  • Tax Book Number: 53024

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 4
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2011
Sold by
Volden Jane M
Bought by
Jane Marie Volden Ret and Volden
Current Estimated Value
$723,331

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2009
Sold by
Daly Steven E and Daly Sharon M
Bought by
Volden Jane Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
4.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2007
Sold by
Daly Sharon M and Daly Steven E
Bought by
Townes Deirdre

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $390,000 --
Deed $430,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $432,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $65,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $206,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/23/2023 06/23/23 Sold $692,000 +9.0% $662 / Sq Ft
05/02/2023 05/02/23 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2023 04/26/23 For Sale $635,000 +44.6% $607 / Sq Ft
06/17/2013 06/17/13 Sold $439,000 0.0% $420 / Sq Ft
04/30/2013 04/30/13 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2013 04/09/13 For Sale $439,000 0.0% $420 / Sq Ft
03/28/2013 03/28/13 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2013 02/06/13 For Sale $439,000 -- $420 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,037 $616,000 $0 $616,000
2024 $5,837 $598,100 $0 $598,100
2023 $5,755 $565,300 $0 $565,300
2022 $5,664 $538,400 $0 $538,400
2021 $5,465 $507,900 $0 $507,900
2020 $5,302 $507,900 $0 $507,900
2019 $5,153 $493,100 $0 $493,100
2018 $5,168 $477,600 $0 $477,600
2017 $5,011 $450,600 $0 $450,600
2016 $4,792 $421,100 $0 $421,100
2015 $4,656 $401,000 $0 $401,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71480270

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000071-000032-000003A