$1,685,000 - $1,796,000
RENTED APR 24, 2025

896 Chestnut St Unit 1 Newton, MA 02468

Waban Neighborhood
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,590 Sq Ft
$486 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Angier Elementary School Rated A+
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of April 2025

Elegant, sun-filled townhouse in the heart of Waban with high ceilings, detailed woodwork, and hardwood floors throughout. The modern kitchen features Quartz countertops, a waterfall island, custom backsplash, and Thermador appliances, opening to a dining/living area with gas fireplace and beautiful frenchdoor access to a private deck.Upstairs offers a spacious primary suite with walk-in closets and a marble bath, plus two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and laundry room. The finished lower level includes a large family room, guest bedroom, and full bath—great for guests, a home office, or playroom.Set back from the street on a level lot, this home is close to Angier School, Waban and Eliot T stops, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, and local shops and restaurants. Easy access to Routes 9, 128, and the Mass Pike.Available now.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Suzz Zhang

Zhensight Realty LLC Listed on: 04/05/2025

Last Renter's Agent

AD Advisors Team

Block Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,429

Year Built

  • Built in 2018

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Property Attached

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • French Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage Room
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Attic Access Panel

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Marble
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Linen Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Angier Elementary School
  • Brown Middle School
  • Newton South High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $7,600
  • Rent includes trash collection, parking
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5081013

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,429

Year Built

Built in 2018

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Lease Term: Lease Terms(Lease),Term of Rental(12+)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 7600

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • CoOp Comp: 50/50
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Access
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 142.4375
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 150.791666
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 188.222222
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Basement
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 261.298611
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 26.833333
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 90.083333
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 3 Area: 49.875
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 144.375
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Storage
  • Room Family Room Area: 312.326388
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Room Kitchen Area: 212.048611
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Second Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 261.333333
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2823
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 767
  • Living Area: 3590
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN3824
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 2.12
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 2.12
  • MAIN SO: AN7557

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Sprinkler System
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
  • Rent Includes: Trash Collection, Parking
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 5081013
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 0.24
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Newton South
  • Elementary School: Angier
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2025
Closed on
Mar 18, 2025
Sold by
Saravanan Shankar and Vaithilingam Archana
Bought by
Liu Guangda and Zhang Ying
Seller's Agent
Suzz Zhang
Zhensight Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
AD Advisors Team
Block Realty
Sold Price
$7,600
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$1,725,675

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,718,075

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2018
Sold by
Chestnut Flag Llc
Bought by
Saravanan Shankar and Vaithilingam Archana

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$899,500
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 2017
Sold by
896 Chestnut Llc
Bought by
Chestnut Flag Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,401,250
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2016
Sold by
Obrien Francis
Bought by
896 Chestnut Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2000
Sold by
Dardano Joanne
Bought by
Obrien Francis
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
Liu Guangda $1,750,000 None Available
Saravanan Shankar $1,285,000 --
Chestnut Flag Llc $735,000 --
896 Chestnut Llc $535,000 --
Obrien Francis $60,000 --
Obrien Francis $60,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Saravanan Shankar $690,000
Previous Owner Saravanan Shankar $899,500
Previous Owner Chestnut Flag Llc $1,401,250
Previous Owner 896 Chestnut Llc $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Rented $7,600 0.0% --
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Under Contract -- -- --
04/05/2025 04/05/25 For Rent $7,600 -- --
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 $14,429 $1,472,300 $0 $1,472,300
2024 $13,951 $1,429,400 $0 $1,429,400
2023 $14,360 $1,410,600 $0 $1,410,600
2022 $14,133 $1,343,400 $0 $1,343,400
2021 $13,637 $1,267,400 $0 $1,267,400
2020 $13,232 $1,267,400 $0 $1,267,400
2019 $4,121 $1,888,900 $563,200 $1,325,700
2018 $7,425 $686,200 $686,200 $0
2017 $7,199 $647,400 $647,400 $0
2016 $685 $60,200 $60,200 $0
2015 $685 $59,000 $59,000 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Suzz Zhang

    Zhensight Realty LLC

    1 in this area

    3 Total Sales

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  • A

    Tenant's Agent in 2025

    AD Advisors Team

    Block Realty

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73355332

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-54001 0031

Massachusetts Middlesex County Newton 02464 Waban

896 Chestnut St Unit 1, Newton, MA

This home is located at 896 Chestnut St Unit 1, Newton, MA 02468 since 05 April 2025 and is currently priced at $1,746,340. This property was built in 2018. 896 Chestnut St Unit 1 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Angier Elementary School, Charles E Brown Middle School, and Newton South High School.

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