255 Adams Ave West Newton, MA 02465
West Newton NeighborhoodEstimated payment $9,517/month
Highlights
- Cabana
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Franklin Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near public transit
- Bonus Room
About This Home
A rare great value offering the best of both worlds—a beautifully maintained, move-in ready home paired with exceptional expansion potential on a hard-to-find rectangular, level 12,000+ sq ft lot. This property features a 3,375 sq ft, 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with soaring ceilings, a 2-car garage, an in-ground swimming pool with cabana, a wide driveway, and the possibility for a significant private yard. The kitchen features excellent cabinet space, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a large dining area. The home's flexible layout includes a first floor bedroom with adjacent full bath and a finished walk-out lower level with full bath. Whether you enjoy it as it is or explore the many possibilities this expansive lot offers, the value-add opportunity is undeniable. Perfectly situated in a prime West Newton neighborhood close to West Newton Square, the commuter rail with service to Fenway and Downtown Boston. A unique chance to enjoy now and grow into over time.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,858
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned SR3
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Recessed Lighting
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Home Gym
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Pool
- Cabana
- In Ground Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Franklin Elementary School
- Day Middle School
- North High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hydro-Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 689884
Community Details
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $12,858 | $1,312,000 | $869,800 | $442,200 |
| 2024 | $12,432 | $1,273,800 | $844,500 | $429,300 |
| 2023 | $11,871 | $1,166,100 | $649,500 | $516,600 |
| 2022 | $11,358 | $1,079,700 | $601,400 | $478,300 |
| 2021 | $10,960 | $1,018,600 | $567,400 | $451,200 |
| 2020 | $10,634 | $1,018,600 | $567,400 | $451,200 |
| 2019 | $10,334 | $988,900 | $550,900 | $438,000 |
| 2018 | $9,922 | $917,000 | $498,100 | $418,900 |
| 2017 | $9,620 | $865,100 | $469,900 | $395,200 |
| 2016 | $9,201 | $808,500 | $439,200 | $369,300 |
| 2015 | $8,773 | $755,600 | $410,500 | $345,100 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Price Changed | $1,599,000 | -5.9% | $474 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Price Changed | $1,699,999 | -5.6% | $504 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | For Sale | $1,800,000 | -- | $533 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $765,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $525,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $389,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $392,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $463,500 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $136,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $523,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $55,400 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $311,000 | No Value Available |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73366560
APN: NEWT-000034-000031-000007
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