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$2,020,000
● House - Off Market

78 Beacon St

Newton, MA 02467
bedrooms
7 Beds
bathrooms
5 Baths, 3 Half Baths
square feet
4,923 Ft²
$11,379
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Nestled in the prime historic setting of Chestnut Hill Reservoir, just a stone's throw from Boston College, this timeless 1930s brick colonial residence is a masterpiece spanning 4923 square feet. Boasting 15 rooms, 6 bedrooms, and 4.5 baths, the home exudes classic charm and architectural allure. Step through the inviting entry foyer into a first floor adorned with generously sized formal rooms. A warm, fireplaced living room, a refined dining room, a cozy study. The second floor hosts a large primary suite with ensuite bath, plus two bedrooms, a study & a family bath. Ascend to the third floor to discover two additional bedrooms and a bath. The basement is finished with a dedicated laundry area, multiple rooms for storage and a full bath. The property comes with a detached 2 car garage & an accessory apartment with 1 bed, 2 offices & 1 full bath/2 half baths.  The house has fabulous views of the Chestnut Hill reservoir & location provides easy access to Newton & Brighton center.
Unit Size
4,923 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.38 acres
Price per sqft
$406
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,563
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1920

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #73197711)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 12, 2024 Sold
Sold
Feb 10, 2024 In contract -
In contract
Jan 30, 2024 Listed by Hammond Residential Real Estate $1,999,000
Listed by Hammond Residential Real Estate
Nestled in the prime historic setting of Chestnut Hill Reservoir, just a stone's throw from Boston College, this timeless 1930s brick colonial residence is a masterpiece spanning 4923 square feet. Boasting 15 rooms, 6 bedrooms, and 4.5 baths, the home exudes classic charm and architectural allure. Step through the inviting entry foyer into a first floor adorned with generously sized formal rooms. A warm, fireplaced living room, a refined dining room, a cozy study. The second floor hosts a large primary suite with ensuite bath, plus two bedrooms, a study & a family bath. Ascend to the third floor to discover two additional bedrooms and a bath. The basement is finished with a dedicated laundry area, multiple rooms for storage and a full bath. The property comes with a detached 2 car garage & an accessory apartment with 1 bed, 2 offices & 1 full bath/2 half baths. The house has fabulous views of the Chestnut Hill reservoir & location provides easy access to Newton & Brighton center.
Aug 17, 2007 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Effective Year Built: 1920
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 15
  • Bedroom Count: 5
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 2
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 3
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 2
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 6
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 7
  • Basement Area: 1,080
  • Garage Type: 4
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16,619
  • Total Building Area: 4,369
  • Gross Building Area: 6,057
  • Building Area: 4,369
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 16
  • Heated Square Feet: 4,369
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000382
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Newton School District
  • School Tax School District: NEWTON SD
  • Census Tract: 373600

Zoning

  • Zoning: SR1

Geography

  • Account Number: 63029 0005
  • District: 207
  • Parcel: NEWT S:63 B:029 L:0005
  • Block: 29
  • Lot: 5
  • Municipality: NEWTON
  • Latitude: 42.3333
  • Longitude: -71.161

    Address

  • Full Address: 78 Beacon St
  • Address - House Number: 78
  • Address - Street Name: Beacon
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Chestnut Hill
  • Carrier Code: C004
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1303
  • Zip Code: 02467

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $1,938,400
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2024

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.0773
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 94
  • Final Value: 2,066,167
  • High Value: 2,226,070
  • Low Value: 1,906,264

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,986,100
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,648,100
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $338,000

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 17, 2007
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 48
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 01452094
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 78 Beacon Street built and last sold?
The property at 78 Beacon Street was built in 1920 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $1,000,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 78 Beacon Street is $2,018,990.
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