Built in 1830 and last updated in the 1970s, there is no question that this house needs renovation.  HOWEVER, it sits on a lot that is just under 30,000sf.  One of only 600 pieces of private land in all of Newton that are this size or larger - that is only 3% of the properties in Newton. This is a rare opportunity to own a sizable piece of land in a super convenient location - close to major highways, the Eliot T stop, shops, restaurants, houses of worship, Hemlock Gorge and Echo Bridge.  Because it is in an historic district, there are restrictions on changing the facade. And this piece of land is zoned SR3 (single-family).  With special permits, it would be within the realm of possibility to build a larger house on this lot or divide the lot and build an additional rear lot house.  Buyers must do their own due diligence on their plans by speaking with Historical Preservation and Inspectional Services. House has 2 furnaces - one gas and one oil.