NOT LISTED FOR SALE

40 Chester St Newton Highlands, MA 02461

Newton Highlands Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,136,810 - $2,340,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
3,987 Sq Ft
$566/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 24, 2017

Last sale price $1,410,000 $354 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,440/month

7 Days on Market

About This Home

As of August 2017

A rare opportunity awaits the lucky new owner of this Newton Highlands beauty. First time on market in 47 years! This home has been lovingly maintained and passionately landscaped with outstanding gardens surrounding the property. Enclosed porch entry welcomes you to this Arts and Crafts inspired Stucco Colonial with 3987 sq.ft. of living space. A giant living room with wood burning fireplace combines nicely with a large, cheery sunroom for light-seeking greenery. Kitchen comes with large pantry PLUS a real butler's pantry with working copper sink. Lots of nooks and built-ins with high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Finished 3rd floor could be used as a playroom or au pair suite. Large barn w/heating system occupies one corner of the lot and offers eternal possibilities (buyers due diligence required). Endless and exciting possibilities for a new owner to explore. 1/3 mile to Green Line T station. Around the corner from shops and restaurants! Open House Sat/Sun 7/22,23 1-3p

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Martha Rollins

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 07/18/2017

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Melanie Fleet

Keller Williams Realty

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,351

Year Built

1900

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Number of Rooms: 11
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station
  • Electric: Fuses
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 15X11
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 14X10
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 14X14
  • Bedroom 5: Third Floor, 9X12
  • Bathroom #1: Second Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Third Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 14X11
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor, 34X21
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 14X15
  • Master Bedroom Description: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 20X13
  • No Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Oth1 Room Name: Sun Room
  • Oth1 Dimen: 8X18
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Oth2 Room Name: Sun Room
  • Oth2 Dimen: 8X18
  • Oth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Oth3 Room Name: Bonus Room
  • Oth3 Dimen: 15X12
  • Oth3 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Main Lo: AN1593
  • Main So: BB5522
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3987.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Barn/Stable, Garden Area
  • Foundation: Fieldstone

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: S:52 B:006 L:0002
  • Zoning: SR2
  • Acre: 0.34
  • Lot Size: 14970.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2017
Closed on
Aug 24, 2017
Sold by
Berwind Suzanne B
Bought by
Maher Matthew and Maher Augusta
Seller's Agent
Martha Rollins
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Melanie Fleet
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,410,000
Premium/Discount to List
$111,000
8.55%
Current Estimated Value
$2,255,453

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$845,453
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.85%
Original Mortgage
$830,000
Outstanding Balance
$693,875
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$1,561,578
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
Maher Matthew $1,410,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Maher Matthew $830,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/24/2017 08/24/17 Sold $1,410,000 +8.5% $354 / Sq Ft
07/25/2017 07/25/17 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2017 07/18/17 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $326 / 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 $18,351 $1,872,500 $1,062,700 $809,800
2024 $17,744 $1,818,000 $1,031,700 $786,300
2023 $16,956 $1,665,600 $798,200 $867,400
2022 $16,202 $1,540,100 $739,100 $801,000
2021 $7,754 $1,452,900 $697,300 $755,600
2020 $7,665 $1,439,900 $697,300 $742,600
2019 $14,083 $1,347,700 $677,000 $670,700
2018 $3,583 $1,142,000 $608,000 $534,000
2017 $11,981 $1,077,400 $573,600 $503,800
2016 $11,459 $1,006,900 $536,100 $470,800
2015 $11,958 $1,030,000 $501,000 $529,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Martha Rollins

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Martha Rollins

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    (617) 653-4994

    34 Total Sales

    Martha Rollins
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  • Melanie Fleet

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Melanie Fleet

    Keller Williams Realty

    (508) 439-3099

    4 in this area

    127 Total Sales

    Melanie Fleet
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72200070

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000052-000006-000002

Massachusetts Middlesex County Newton 02461 Newton Highlands

40 Chester St, Newton, MA

Not Listed for Sale

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