
876 Beacon St Unit 5 Newton Center, MA 02459
Newton Centre NeighborhoodHighlights
- Marble Flooring
- Intercom
- 3-minute walk to Crystal Lake Park
- Mason Rice Elementary School Rated A+
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of June 2020Privacy, location, style & price - unbeatable! You'd never know this stunning 2BR 2BA penthouse condo was situated immediately in the heart of Newton Centre - not with its lush 1-acre lot, garage parking, circular drive & unbelievable tranquility inside and out! Among just 5 units in a large Victorian home, the penthouse has maximized its southern orientation w design features eg dramatic 30ft vaulted ceilings, skylights, custom cabinetry, open floorplan & 300sf exclusive-use deck. The living-dining area has a FP & floor-to-ceiling windows / French doors leading to the deck and overlooking the rear grounds. Come for coffee! Sunsets! Beautiful granite & cherry kitchen opened nicely to living space. Awesome for entertaining! Baths are updated, bedrooms sizable, in-unit storage is plentiful, basement storage too! Enjoy 1-car garage & 1 outside spot + guest parking. Common use of the grounds. Starbucks, T, Mason Rice, Crystal lake short walks away. A rare offering!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis R. E. & Home Services Listed on: 02/27/2020

Last Buyer's Agent
Michael Stein
Redfin Corp.

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,322
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- Year Round Access
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
- Tile
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Individual Controls for Heating
- Water Holding Tank
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Basement
Community Details
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number S:62 B:009 L:0011D
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.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Condominium Deed | $933,000 | None Available | |
Not Resolvable | $830,000 | -- | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
Deed | $700,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $473,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
Closed | $559,800 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $285,000 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/13/2025 06/13/25 | Price Changed | $1,125,000 | -5.9% | $629 / Sq Ft |
05/14/2025 05/14/25 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | +28.1% | $668 / Sq Ft |
06/04/2020 06/04/20 | Sold | $933,000 | -1.8% | $470 / Sq Ft |
03/09/2020 03/09/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/27/2020 02/27/20 | For Sale | $950,000 | 0.0% | $478 / Sq Ft |
08/08/2019 08/08/19 | Rented | $3,600 | 0.0% | -- |
07/20/2019 07/20/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
07/19/2019 07/19/19 | For Rent | $3,600 | +5.9% | -- |
01/01/2018 01/01/18 | Rented | $3,400 | 0.0% | -- |
12/24/2017 12/24/17 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
12/05/2017 12/05/17 | For Rent | $3,400 | 0.0% | -- |
12/20/2016 12/20/16 | Sold | $830,000 | +4.4% | $418 / Sq Ft |
09/09/2016 09/09/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/30/2016 08/30/16 | For Sale | $795,000 | -4.2% | $400 / Sq Ft |
04/01/2016 04/01/16 | Off Market | $830,000 | -- | -- |
03/29/2016 03/29/16 | For Sale | $765,000 | -- | $385 / 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 | $10,322 | $1,053,300 | $0 | $1,053,300 |
2024 | $9,981 | $1,022,600 | $0 | $1,022,600 |
2023 | $9,836 | $966,200 | $0 | $966,200 |
2022 | $9,681 | $920,200 | $0 | $920,200 |
2021 | $9,341 | $868,100 | $0 | $868,100 |
2020 | $9,063 | $868,100 | $0 | $868,100 |
2019 | $8,807 | $842,800 | $0 | $842,800 |
2018 | $8,824 | $815,500 | $0 | $815,500 |
2017 | $8,555 | $769,300 | $0 | $769,300 |
2016 | $8,182 | $719,000 | $0 | $719,000 |
2015 | $7,951 | $684,800 | $0 | $684,800 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
MB Associates
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Mitch Bernstein
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Maxine Burtman
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Nancy Knochin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
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Seller's Agent in 2020
The Gillach Group
William Raveis R. E. & Home Services
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Buyer's Agent in 2020
Michael Stein
Redfin Corp.
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72624923

APN: NEWT-000062-000009-000011D
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