251 Waltham St West Newton, MA 02465
West Newton Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,374
Sq Ft
7,841
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Franklin Elementary School Rated A
- Bay Window
About This Home
As of August 2021Pretty Garrison Colonial across from Fessenden School features 4 oversized BRs {18x13, 15x13, 15x14 & 13x10} with great closet space. You will not find any of those tiny New England bedrooms so typical of the Boston area {an 11 foot square room with no place for a bed along 4 walls obstructed either by a radiator, a closet, a window, or an entry door}. 1st floor features a large LR w 3 oversized windows and a FP, a formal DR with picture window overlooking the private rear yard, a large granite & SS kitchen with breakfast area, a few steps lead to a comfy family room, a half bath and direct access to the garage. A rear kitchen door leads to a large open deck. Another door leads to a large finished bsmt playroom/home office/exercise studio. Upstairs the 4 BRs are nicely spread out. Main BR w walk in closet & huge bath, and down the hall the other 3 BRs, all w oversized windows. Plenty of storage in bsmt or pull down attic. Garage pkg + 3 in drive.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,342
Year Built
- 1979
Parking
- 1
Home Design
- Updated or Remodeled
Interior Spaces
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Bay Window
- Picture Window
- Wood Flooring
Utilities
- 1 Heating Zone
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2021
Closed on
Aug 27, 2021
Sold by
Yu Kam H and Yu Suk Y
Bought by
Grullon-Okumus Ariolis
Seller's Agent
Edward Lyon
Preservation Properties
Buyer's Agent
Benjamin Spunt
Benjamin Realty
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-1.28%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Outstanding Balance
$501,549
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$885,541
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 3, 1996
Sold by
Chow Chok Wing and Chow Wai Kim Fong
Bought by
Hu Kam H and Yu Suk Y
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
7.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $1,160,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $266,888 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $550,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $270,000 | Closed End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $270,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $31,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $195,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2025 09/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/26/2025 08/26/25 | Price Changed | $1,329,995 | -3.6% | $471 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Price Changed | $1,379,995 | -1.4% | $489 / Sq Ft |
| 06/28/2025 06/28/25 | Price Changed | $1,399,995 | -3.4% | $496 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $1,449,995 | +25.0% | $514 / Sq Ft |
| 08/31/2021 08/31/21 | Sold | $1,160,000 | -1.3% | $489 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2021 07/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2021 06/18/21 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | 0.0% | $495 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2021 06/03/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2021 05/20/21 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | -- | $495 / 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 | $11,342 | $1,157,300 | $816,100 | $341,200 |
| 2024 | $10,966 | $1,123,600 | $792,300 | $331,300 |
| 2023 | $10,357 | $1,017,400 | $603,100 | $414,300 |
| 2022 | $9,340 | $887,800 | $558,400 | $329,400 |
| 2021 | $9,012 | $837,500 | $526,800 | $310,700 |
| 2020 | $8,744 | $837,500 | $526,800 | $310,700 |
| 2019 | $8,497 | $813,100 | $511,500 | $301,600 |
| 2018 | $8,099 | $748,500 | $462,300 | $286,200 |
| 2017 | $7,852 | $706,100 | $436,100 | $270,000 |
| 2016 | $7,510 | $659,900 | $407,600 | $252,300 |
| 2015 | $7,160 | $616,700 | $380,900 | $235,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Benjamin Spunt
Seller's Agent in 2025
Benjamin Spunt
Benjamin Realty
(617) 312-0733
1 in this area
8 Total Sales
-
Edward Lyon
Seller's Agent in 2021
Edward Lyon
Preservation Properties
(617) 527-3700
8 in this area
71 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72835952
APN: NEWT-000034-000015-000013
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