NOT LISTED FOR SALE

239 Chestnut St West Newton, MA 02465

West Newton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,270,724 - $4,629,000

7 Beds
4 Baths
6,916 Sq Ft
$650/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 27, 2016

Last sale price $2,300,000 $333 Per Sq Ft

Est. 95% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $27,203/month

42 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2016

Available for the first time in 50 years, this iconic sun-filled brick & slate roof Landmark Estate is majestically set on three quarter park-like acres in coveted West Newton Hill location. Built in 1919 with later additions in the 1930's, this home features a large entry hall, magnificent oak paneled library with limestone fireplace, ornamental ceiling & custom tile floor plus spacious living room with fireplace, wood paneled formal dining room, updated kitchen & separate breakfast room. Sprawling second floor with large master bedroom suite and unique billiard room/family room with hand hewn beamed ceiling. Separate four room, two bedroom one bath apartment over three-car garage with separate access. Spectacular grounds offering mature specimen trees from Arnold Arboretum, formal gardens, stone walls and bluestone patios. Updated heating/AC system. Convenient access to major routes, commuter rail and West Newton Hill neighborhood club.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Oriel

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton Listed on: 04/20/2016

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Aaron

Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$42,769

Year Built

1919

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Corner, Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed, Level
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1919

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 15
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Energy: Storm Doors, Prog. Thermostat
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Wood Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, Walk-up Attic, French Doors
  • Basement: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 17X11
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 16X14
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 14X9
  • Bedroom 5: Second Floor, 12X11
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor
  • Bathroom #3: Second Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 10X23
  • Laundry Room: First Floor
  • Living Room: First Floor, 16X30
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 16X23
  • Master Bedroom Description: Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 16X13
  • Family Room: Second Floor, 17X20
  • Oth1 Room Name: Bedroom
  • Oth1 Dimen: 11X10
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Oth2 Room Name: Bedroom
  • Oth2 Dimen: 18X13
  • Oth2 Dscrp: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Oth3 Room Name: Library
  • Oth3 Dimen: 26X16
  • Oth3 Dscrp: Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Exterior Access
  • Oth4 Dimen: 10X15
  • Oth4 Dscrp: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Oth5 Room Name: Sun Room
  • Oth5 Dimen: 16X11
  • Oth5 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access
  • Oth6 Room Name: Inlaw Apt.
  • Oth6 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet - Linen, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Laminate, Exterior Access, Gas Stove

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Slate
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Stone Wall
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Work Area
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Gas, Hydro Air
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heat Zones: 5
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Lot Info

  • Zoning: SR2
  • Lot: 0001

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2016
Closed on
Jun 27, 2016
Sold by
Obermayer Judith H
Bought by
Emans Matthew B and Emans Weatherly R
Seller's Agent
Judy Oriel
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Buyer's Agent
Tom Aaron
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$195,000
-7.82%
Current Estimated Value
$4,493,931

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,193,931
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$469,823
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$4,024,108
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Emans Matthew B $2,300,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Emans Matthew B $600,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/27/2016 06/27/16 Sold $2,300,000 -7.8% $333 / Sq Ft
06/01/2016 06/01/16 Pending -- -- --
04/20/2016 04/20/16 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $361 / 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 $42,769 $4,364,200 $1,371,300 $2,992,900
2024 $41,354 $4,237,100 $1,331,400 $2,905,700
2023 $36,837 $3,618,600 $1,071,100 $2,547,500
2022 $30,179 $2,868,700 $991,800 $1,876,900
2021 $27,844 $2,587,700 $935,700 $1,652,000
2020 $26,251 $2,514,500 $935,700 $1,578,800
2019 $25,512 $2,441,300 $908,400 $1,532,900
2018 $25,229 $2,331,700 $1,484,100 $847,600
2017 $24,948 $2,243,500 $799,600 $1,443,900
2016 $30,426 $2,673,600 $786,600 $1,887,000
2015 $29,010 $2,498,700 $735,100 $1,763,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Judy Oriel

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

    (617) 962-3662

    45 Total Sales

    Judy Oriel
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  • Tom Aaron

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Tom Aaron

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

    (781) 248-8785

    96 Total Sales

    Tom Aaron
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71991323

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000032-000031-000001

Massachusetts Middlesex County Newton 02465 West Newton

239 Chestnut St, Newton, MA

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