
271 Chestnut St West Newton, MA 02465
West Newton NeighborhoodAbout This Home
As of January 2022Atop West Newton Hill sits this impeccably renovated 6,000 SF Craftsman style home on 30,000 SF of professionally landscaped grounds. Set back from the street with a porte cochere and covered front porch provides for a grand entrance yet ideal for everyday living. In 2016 the current owners undertook an extensive renovation hitting nearly every surface inside and out. Some of the highlights include the open kitchen family room and breakfast area with stainless Sub-Zero, double Wolf ovens with 6 burner cooktop, beveled edge granite counters, and large island complement this spectacular living space. The 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms with laundry. The Primary bedroom has 2 large custom walk-in closets, fire place, and large bath with soaking tub, steam shower, and 2 large vanities. The lower level has a mud room with radiant heat, gym, playroom, game room, 2nd laundry, and au-pair 5th bedroom with bath and kitchenette. Short walk to Peirce School and minutes to the pike and commuter rail.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline Listed on: 09/14/2021

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $30,218
Year Built
- 1905
Parking
- 2
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Utilities
- 8 Cooling Zones
- 8 Heating Zones
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Not Resolvable | $3,175,000 | None Available | |
Not Resolvable | $1,725,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $2,500,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $400,000 | Balloon | |
Previous Owner | $2,000,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $1,999,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $1,380,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $170,000 | Closed End Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $250,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $150,000 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
01/06/2022 01/06/22 | Sold | $3,175,000 | -6.6% | $529 / Sq Ft |
11/29/2021 11/29/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/14/2021 09/14/21 | For Sale | $3,399,000 | +97.0% | $567 / Sq Ft |
06/17/2016 06/17/16 | Sold | $1,725,000 | +1.8% | $518 / Sq Ft |
04/01/2016 04/01/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/30/2016 03/30/16 | For Sale | $1,695,000 | -- | $509 / Sq Ft |
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 | $30,218 | $3,083,500 | $1,460,300 | $1,623,200 |
2024 | $29,219 | $2,993,700 | $1,417,800 | $1,575,900 |
2023 | $27,737 | $2,724,700 | $1,135,200 | $1,589,500 |
2022 | $26,541 | $2,522,900 | $1,051,100 | $1,471,800 |
2021 | $21,729 | $2,019,400 | $991,600 | $1,027,800 |
2020 | $21,083 | $2,019,400 | $991,600 | $1,027,800 |
2019 | $20,488 | $1,960,600 | $962,700 | $997,900 |
2018 | $19,137 | $1,768,700 | $853,700 | $915,000 |
2017 | $15,637 | $1,406,200 | $805,400 | $600,800 |
2016 | $13,466 | $1,183,300 | $752,600 | $430,700 |
2015 | $12,839 | $1,105,900 | $703,400 | $402,500 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2022
Michael & Conor Chamberlain
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
(617) 240-1428
9 in this area
37 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Gina Romm
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(617) 966-1685
5 in this area
55 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2016
F. E. Mahoney
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
(781) 910-8636
9 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2016
Vineburgh DiMella Team
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
(617) 921-9060
371 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72894711

APN: NEWT-000032-000032-000004
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